Ivins public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2025. They will decide on a new Parks and Trails Impact Fee to fund parks from new growth, and consider renaming 100 North between Main and 100 West to Chris Hart Drive. Other action items include a sports facility lighting ordinance, a cemetery fence installation, and a conditional use permit for Mojave Village Development.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Ordinance 2025-25 establishing a Parks and Trails Impact Fee
• Public hearing and possible approval of renaming 100 North to Chris Hart Drive
• Ordinance 2025-26 amending lighting regulations for sports facilities
• Expenditure approval for 400 East Storm Drain Replacement project 2026
• Conditional Use Permit and Development Agreement for Mojave Village Development

The City Council unanimously approved renaming a portion of 100 North between Main Street and 100 West to Chris Hart Drive after a public hearing. They also adopted a new Parks and Trails Impact Fee ordinance and amended sports facility lighting regulations. A $2 million donation pledge for fire station remodeling was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Resolution 2025-25R honoring Tiffany Wynn with Mayor's Award (unanimous)
• Approved renaming 100 North between Main and 100 West to Chris Hart Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-25 establishing Parks and Trails Impact Fee (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-26 amending lighting code for sports facilities with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved installation of Section 5 fence at Ivins City Cemetery (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed Class V conditional use permit for an Enbridge Energy gas regulator station at 1650 E Snow Canyon Drive and on an amendment to the noxious weed ordinance. The commission will also discuss and consider a recommendation on the permit, as well as the Mojave Village preliminary plan and a conditional use permit for that development at Fitness Way and Guy Lane.

• Public hearing and action on Enbridge Energy gas regulator station Class V CUP at 1650 E Snow Canyon Dr
• Public hearing and action on amendment to noxious weed ordinance
• Discuss and consider approval of Mojave Village preliminary plan at Fitness Way and Guy Lane
• Discuss and consider recommendation on Class V CUP for Mojave Village
• Approval of December 2, 2025 meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Ivins City Arts Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on the Art-on-Loan program, including its schedule, application process, and judges. Commissioners will also receive reports on a recent City Council presentation, the website blog, arts districts, the "It's a Wrap!" event, and RAP applications. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 12, 2025.

• Discussion and potential action on Art-on-Loan program (schedule, JotForm application, judges)
• Report and discussion on RAP (Recreation Arts and Parks) applications
• Update on Arts Districts initiative
• Recap of City Council presentation from November 20, 2025
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2025

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will discuss a Fire/EMS study and plan during a work meeting. The discussion includes a map showing distances from Center Street. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda item.

• Discussion of Fire/EMS study and plan
• Review of Fire EMS map re distance from Center Street

The council agreed to let the City Manager issue a Request for Proposals for an architect to conduct exploratory work on a possible new fire/EMS site or a remodel of the existing station. The motion to adjourn the meeting was carried unanimously.

• Authorized City Manager to issue RFP for architect exploratory work on fire/EMS facilities (unanimous agreement)
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 2025-24, which would require bike racks in all new commercial developments. The council will also discuss renaming 100 North between Main Street and 100 West, consider an amendment to the Parks and Trails Master Plan Impact Fee Facilities Plan, and continue a discussion on a Fire/EMS study and plan.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 2025-24 requiring bike racks in new commercial developments
• Discussion on renaming 100 North between Main Street and 100 West
• First amendment to May 2023 Parks and Trails Master Plan Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Analysis
• Continued discussion on Fire/EMS study and plan
• Annual presentation from Intermountain Health

The council moved to authorize City Manager Chuck Gillette to obtain pricing information from an architectural firm for a fire/EMS facilities study. It also continued the bike‑rack ordinance item, and scheduled public hearings for a street‑name change and for amendments to the Parks and Trails Impact Fee plan. All motions carried unanimously.

• Authorized City Manager to obtain fire/EMS facility pricing info (unanimous)
• Continued agenda item on bike‑rack ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on renaming 100 North to "Chris Hart Drive" (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on Parks and Trails Impact Fee amendment (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a proposed amendment to the Lighting Ordinance regarding sports facilities and a Class V Conditional Use Permit for Mojave Village near Fitness Way and Guy Lane. They will also discuss and potentially approve the Mojave Village preliminary plan and consider an amendment to the noxious weed ordinance.

• Public hearing on lighting ordinance amendment for sports facilities
• Public hearing and recommendation on Class V Conditional Use Permit for Mojave Village (Fitness Way/Guy Lane, owner AnA Enterprises, applicant Lance Anderson)
• Discuss and consider approval of Mojave Village Preliminary Plan
• Discuss amendment to the noxious weed ordinance
• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council Work Meeting

The City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss reviewing, adding, or changing items within the Ivins Land Use and Development Ordinances. The discussion focuses on city code items related to zoning and development.

• Review of potential changes to Ivins Land Use and Development Ordinances

The council voted to adjourn the work meeting. The motion was moved by Council Member Lance Anderson, seconded by Council Member Sharon Gillespie, and carried unanimously. No other agenda items were voted on or decided.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Ivins City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items, including a resolution to establish procedures for filling a midterm vacancy created by Kevin Smith's resignation to become mayor. Other discussions include approval of the 2025-2026 Arts Master Plan Action Plan, allocation of RAP Tax funds, a safety crosswalk project, and continued consideration of a Verkada security system purchase. The council will also consider authorizing expenditures for the Animal Shelter expansion and potential changes to land use ordinances.

• Discuss and consider approval of 2025-2026 Action Plan as appendix to Arts Master Plan
• Resolution No. 2025-23 on allocation of RAP Tax Funds
• Continued discussion to approve expenditure for Verkada security system
• Resolution No. 2025-24 establishing procedures to fill 2026 City Council midterm vacancy
• Discuss and consider authorization of expenditures for Animal Shelter expansion

The council unanimously approved a proclamation designating Dec 13 2025 as National Wreaths Across America Day. They adopted the 2025‑2026 Arts Commission Action Plan and a resolution allocating RAP tax funds to the Arts Commission for public‑art projects. The council also approved safety crosswalks at Red Mountain and Center Street and adopted procedures for filling the 2026 council vacancy. A motion to continue discussion of a citywide Verkada security system was passed unanimously.

• Approved proclamation designating Dec 13 2025 as National Wreaths Across America Day (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Arts Commission Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑23 allocating RAP tax funds to Arts Commission for public art (unanimous)
• Approved safety crosswalk project at Red Mountain and Center Street (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on Verkada security system, moving it to a future agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑24 establishing procedures to fill 2026 council vacancy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to amend commercial site plan requirements to include bike racks. They will also discuss and potentially approve the Arava Phase 2 preliminary plan, a new subdivision near 150 North and 500 East. Other items include a discussion of a lighting ordinance for sports facilities and approval of meeting dates and minutes.

• Public hearing on ordinance amendment to require bike racks in commercial site plans
• Consider recommendation on bike rack ordinance amendment
• Discuss and consider approval of Arava Phase 2 preliminary plan (owner: Kamas-Outback-LLC; applicant: Ricardo Del Rio; location: 150 North / 500 East)
• Discuss lighting ordinance regarding sports facilities
• Discuss and consider approval of FY2026 meeting schedule and October 14, 2025 minutes

City Council Special Meeting Agenda - Municipal General Election Canvass

The Ivins City Council will hold a special meeting to canvass the Municipal General Election held on November 4, 2025. The only action item is discussion and potential approval of Ordinance No. 2025-23, which certifies the canvass report from the Washington County Election Clerk. This meeting is procedural and does not include other business.

• Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance No. 2025-23 certifying the election canvass report

The Ivins City Council held a special meeting to canvass the Nov. 4, 2025 municipal general election. The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2025-23, certifying the canvass report from the Washington County Election Clerk. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-23 certifying the Municipal General Election canvass report (4-0, one absent)

City Council Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting an updated Storm Water Management Plan and then vote on a resolution to adopt it. The council will also discuss and potentially approve a construction contract for a roundabout at Snow Canyon Parkway and Hamblin Parkway, an ordinance allowing one city employee on the Arts Commission, and the purchase of a Verkada security system. Other discussions include operations at the Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, potential land-use ordinance changes, and procedures for midterm council vacancies.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt updated Storm Water Management Plan
• Award of construction contract for Snow Canyon Parkway & Hamblin Parkway Roundabout
• Ordinance 2025-21 amending city code to allow one city employee on the Arts Commission
• Expenditure to purchase Verkada security system (amount not specified)
• Discussion of midterm vacancies in municipal offices and potential changes to meeting schedules

The City Council unanimously approved an updated Storm Water Management Plan and awarded a $1.23 million construction contract for a roundabout at Snow Canyon and Hamblin Parkways. The Council also amended city code to allow a city employee to serve on the Arts Commission.

• Approved Resolution 2025-22R adopting updated Storm Water Management Plan (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-21 allowing one city employee to serve on Arts Commission (6-0)
• Awarded Snow Canyon Parkway & Hamblin Parkway Roundabout contract to Progressive Contracting for $1,228,733 (6-0)
• Continued discussion on SITLA 40 property proposal (removed from agenda)
• Continued discussion on Verkada security system purchase to next meeting (6-0)
• Continued discussion on City Council meeting schedule adjustments to next meeting (6-0)

City Council and Planning Commission Joint Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work meeting to discuss the SITLA 40 property subdivision proposal featuring 3,000 square foot lots. They will also discuss potential changes to the Ivins Land Use and Development Ordinances. No formal decisions are expected as this is a discussion-only work meeting.

• Discussion on SITLA 40 property subdivision proposal, including conceptual plan, grading plan, and memo
• Discussion on potential changes to Ivins Land Use and Development Ordinances, referencing city code items to review

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work meeting to discuss SITLA's proposal for a 254-unit attainable housing development called Anasazi Ridge. The group reviewed concerns regarding the steep slopes and lack of open space at the Highway 91 site. No formal decisions or votes were made on the project.

• Meeting called to order at 4:02 p.m.
• Council Member Lance Anderson disclosed a potential conflict of interest regarding a bid on the project
• Council Member Brandon Weight disclosed he works for the engineering firm Civil Science
• Discussion on potential changes to Ivins Land Use and Development Ordinances was not held due to time constraints
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously at 5:24 p.m.

City Council Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a Joint Agency Water Conservation Plan. They will also continue discussion on a map amendment and zone change for the Solterra development (13.02 acres from MDR/Neighborhood Commercial to HDR and from RA-1 to R-1-5) and its development agreement. Other items include a possible letter of support for the Northern Corridor, appointment of a Public Works Director, and updates to the water shortage contingency plan and storm water management plan.

• Public hearing and resolution to adopt a Joint Agency Water Conservation Plan
• Continued discussion on Solterra concurrent map and zone amendment (13.02 acres near 290 South 100 West)
• Continued discussion on Solterra development agreement
• Appointment of Tom Jorgensen as Public Works Director (Resolution 2025-19R)
• Discussion on sending a letter of support for the Northern Corridor

The Ivins City Council voted 2-3 against sending a letter of support for the Northern Corridor, with the majority citing the project's location outside city borders and deferring to public comment. The council unanimously approved a Water Conservation Plan (Resolution 2025-17R), a Proclamation for an Alcohol-Free School Year, and Resolution 2025-18R creating an America250 Community Committee. Discussion continued on the Solterra development's zone and map amendment, but no vote was taken; the council combined that item with related agenda item 5D.

• Motion to send letter of support for Northern Corridor failed (2-3)
• Approved Resolution 2025-17R adopting Water Conservation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Proclamation for 2025-2026 Alcohol-Free School Year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-18R approving Ivins City Utah 250 Community Committee (unanimous)
• Agenda items 5C and 5D (Solterra development) combined for discussion, no vote taken

Planning Commission-DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - NO AUDIO AND VIDEO AVAILABILITY

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2025, with no public hearings or scheduled action items. The commission will discuss revisions to the noxious weed eradication ordinance, an amendment to require bike racks in commercial site plans, and the 'Missing Middle Toolkit' for attainable housing. They will also consider approving the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Note: No audio or video is available due to technical difficulties.

• Discussion of noxious weed eradication ordinance revision
• Discussion of amendment to require bike racks in commercial site plans
• Discussion of Attainable Housing and the 'Missing Middle Toolkit'
• Consideration of approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• No audio or video available due to technical difficulties

Arts Commission

The Ivins City Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates and potential action on several arts-related items. Reports include website updates, Whitaker Fund Drive financials, and RAP application scheduling. Action items include recaps of Heritage Days and the Silent Auction, an update on the Arts Corridor and 2026 priorities, the "It's a Wrap!" event, a 2025 addendum to the Arts Master Plan, and transportation shelters. The commission will also consider changing the December meeting date to December 9, 2025.

• Heritage Days recap and Silent Auction recap
• Arts Corridor update and priorities for 2026
• 2025 Addendum to Arts Master Plan discussion
• Transportation Shelters discussion
• December meeting date change to Tuesday, December 9

Sensitive Lands Committee

The Ivins City Sensitive Lands Committee will meet to consider approval of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026, approve minutes from April 1, 2025, and discuss a Sensitive Lands Application from Red Mountain Ranch, LLC at approximately 800 West and Old Hwy 91. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discuss and consider approval of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026
• Consider approval of Sensitive Lands Committee minutes for April 1, 2025
• Discuss Sensitive Lands Application for Red Mountain Ranch, LLC at approximately 800 West and Old Hwy 91

City Council Meeting

The Ivins City Council will discuss and potentially approve a rezoning and development agreement for the Solterra project (13.02 acres from medium-density residential and neighborhood commercial to high-density residential, and from residential agriculture to single-family residential). The council will also consider resolutions encouraging voluntary ultra-water efficiency standards and adopting a water conservation plan, as well as a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Continued discussion on Ordinance 2025-18 for Solterra rezoning (13.02 acres to HDR and R-1-5)
• Development Agreement for Solterra development
• Resolution 2025-16R encouraging Ultra Water Efficiency Standards (Washington County Water Conservancy District)
• Resolution 2025-17R adopting a Water Conservation Plan
• Proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The council unanimously approved a resolution encouraging developers to voluntarily adopt Ultra Water Efficiency Standards set by the Washington County Water Conservancy District. Discussion on the Solterra development's concurrent map and zone amendment (13 acres, MDR/NC to HDR and RA-1 to R-1-5) was continued to a future meeting when all five council members are present. A public hearing was set for October 16 on a proposed Water Conservation Plan resolution. The council also approved a proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and agreed to refer a noxious weed ordinance revision (bamboo) to the Planning Commission.

• Approved Proclamation declaring October Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on Solterra map/zone amendment to next meeting (3-0)
• Continued discussion on Solterra Development Agreement to next meeting (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-16R encouraging Ultra Water Efficiency Standards (3-0)
• Set public hearing for October 16 on Resolution 2025-17R Water Conservation Plan (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes from August 21, August 26, and September 4 (3-0)
• Council agreed to refer noxious weed (bamboo) code revision to Planning Commission (consensus)

City Council Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed fiscal year 2026 salaries and salary ranges for elected officials, statutory officers, and department heads, then vote on an ordinance. The council will also discuss and consider approval of a city manager contract for Chuck Gillette, a development agreement for Red Mountain Resort, and an expenditure for a water master plan and impact fee analysis. Additionally, resolutions appointing Chuck Gillette as city manager and Tom Jorgensen as city engineer are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and ordinance on FY26 salaries and salary ranges for elected officials, statutory officers, and department heads
• Resolution No. 2025-14R appointing Chuck Gillette as City Manager
• City Manager Contract for Chuck Gillette
• Development Agreement for Red Mountain Resort
• Resolution No. 2025-15R appointing Tom Jorgensen as City Engineer

The Ivins City Council approved several key actions. Council members unanimously appointed Chuck Gillette as City Manager and approved his contract. They also adopted Ordinance No. 2025-20 setting FY26 salary ranges for elected officials and department heads, and appointed Tom Jorgensen as City Engineer. The Development Agreement for Red Mountain Resort was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-14R appointing Chuck Gillette as City Manager (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager's Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-20 for FY26 salaries and salary ranges (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-15R appointing Tom Jorgensen as City Engineer (unanimous)
• Continued Development Agreement for Red Mountain Resort to a future agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will discuss and consider approval of the Chinle Cliffs Preliminary Plan for a development at approximately 700 South Mojave Way, south of Kwavasa Drive, submitted by Quality Development, LLC. The commission will also consider approving the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discuss and consider approval of Chinle Cliffs Preliminary Plan at 700 South Mojave Way, south of Kwavasa Drive (Quality Development, LLC owner/applicant)
• Discuss and consider approval of August 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Ivins City Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 27, 2025, to approve minutes from July 9 and receive reports on website updates and finances. Discussion and potential action items include Heritage Days, a Silent Auction, the Whitaker Sculpture Fund Drive, the 'It's a Wrap!' event, and 2026 RAP (Recreation Arts and Parks) application forms.

• Discussion of Heritage Days event planning
• Discussion of Silent Auction
• Discussion of Whitaker Sculpture Fund Drive
• Discussion of 'It's a Wrap!' event
• Discussion of 2026 RAP application forms

City Council Special Meeting - Primary Election Canvass

The Ivins City Council will meet to discuss and consider approval of Ordinance No. 2025-19, which certifies the official canvass report of the municipal primary election held on August 12, 2025. The meeting includes canvass reports and precinct summaries from the Washington County Election Clerk.

• Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance No. 2025-19 certifying the primary election canvass report

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 2025-19 to certify the primary election canvass report provided by the Washington County Election Clerk. The certification pertains to the Municipal Primary Election held on August 12, 2025.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-19 certifying the Municipal Primary Election canvass report (unanimous)

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting primarily to discuss and evaluate finalists for the City Manager position. Agenda items include a possible closed session under Utah Code for discussion of character and competence of applicants. The meeting is mostly procedural, with no other substantive business listed.

• Discussion and evaluation of finalists for the City Manager position
• Possible closed meeting pursuant to Utah Code 52-4-205(1)(a) regarding applicant qualifications

The City Council unanimously voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss the character and professional experience of finalists for the City Manager position. The meeting adjourned at 12:50 p.m. to proceed into the closed session.

• Entered closed meeting to discuss City Manager candidates (5-0)
• Adjourned work meeting to enter closed session (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a concurrent map and zone amendment to change 13.02 acres from medium-density residential and neighborhood commercial to high-density residential. Another public hearing will address disposing of city-owned property with a municipal utility easement at 500 East 400 South. The council will also continue discussion on a development agreement for Hafen Farms Subdivision and ratify the selection of a City Manager.

• Public hearing on map and zone amendment for 13.02 acres at ~290 South 100 West from MDR/Neighborhood Commercial to HDR and RA-1 to R-1-5
• Public hearing on disposing city-owned property with storm water easement at 500 East 400 South
• Continued discussion and potential approval of Hafen Farms Subdivision Development Agreement
• Ratification of City Manager selection and authorization of employment offer

The Ivins City Council unanimously voted to extend an employment offer to a City Manager candidate (candidate #43) and authorized the mayor to finalize a contract. They also approved disposing of a city-owned storm drain property with a $15,000 price reduction and approved a Development Agreement for the Hafen Farms Subdivision. A proposed zoning change to allow high-density residential on 13 acres near 290 South 100 West was continued to a future meeting for further staff work.

• Extended employment offer to City Manager candidate #43 and authorized mayor to finalize contract (5-0)
• Approved disposal of city property at 500 East 400 South with $15,000 price reduction and 20-foot setback retained (5-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for Hafen Farms Subdivision (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance 2025-18 (zoning amendment for Lofts Development) to future meeting for development agreement and new plan (5-0)
• Reconvened closed meeting to discuss individual's character/competence per Utah Code (5-0)

Truth in Taxation

The Ivins City Council meeting on August 14, 2025 will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax increase of $860,000. The increase is intended to fund four new city employees, boost the general fund reserve, save for future capital projects, and offset inflation. Council members will discuss and consider approval of Resolution No. 2025-11R to adopt the 2025 tax rates and property tax revenue budget. They will also discuss and consider approval of Resolution No. 2025-12R to adopt the final budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

• Public hearing on proposed tax increase of $860,000
• Resolution No. 2025-11R adopting 2025 tax rates and property tax revenue budget
• Resolution No. 2025-12R adopting final budgets for FY ending June 30, 2026
• Funding for 2 parks employees, 1 animal control officer, and 1 public works storm drain coordinator
• Increase to general fund reserve and savings for future capital projects

The Ivins City Council held a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase of $860,000 to fund new employees, increase reserves, and restore purchasing power. Residents spoke both for and against the increase. The council discussed Resolution No. 2025-11R to adopt the 2025 tax rates, but no vote or final action is recorded in the provided minutes.

• No final action taken on proposed tax increase (discussion only)

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting on August 7, 2025. The only substantive agenda item is a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or health of semi-finalist applicants for the City Manager position. The meeting otherwise consists of procedural items and adjournment.

• Closed meeting discussion pursuant to Utah Code 52-4-205(1)(a) regarding City Manager semi-finalist applicants

Council Member Sharon Gillespie moved to adjourn the work meeting and enter a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or health of semi‑finalist applicants for the City Manager position. The motion was seconded by Council Member Sharon Barton and carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:02 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn and enter closed meeting on City Manager applicants approved (unanimous)

City Council

The city council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances for a zone amendment from RA-1 to R-1-7.5 on approximately 9.87 acres at 400 East and 200 South, and for new ultra water efficiency standards. Other actions include approving a sewer rate study and rates, a development agreement for Hafen Farms Subdivision, and a memorandum of understanding with Century Link for utility box art. The council will also continue discussion on the FY2026 budget and Truth in Taxation.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 9.87 acres at approx. 400 East and 200 South from RA-1 to R-1-7.5
• Public hearing and ordinance to enact Ultra Water Efficiency Standards (Section 14.11.801)
• Resolution 2025-13R adopting sewer rate study and rates
• Development Agreement for Hafen Farms Subdivision
• MOU with Century Link for utility box painting/wrapping and artwork for Copper Canyon subdivision

The City Council unanimously approved a zone amendment to allow residential development on approximately 9.87 acres at 400 East and 200 South. The council also approved a utility box art project in Copper Canyon and a contract for a 911 cell phone bank program. Two other items were tabled for further review.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-16 to rezone 9.87 acres to R-1-7.5 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 2025-17 regarding Ultra Water Efficiency Standards (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Century Link (unanimous)
• Approved utility box artwork for Copper Canyon subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved contract for 911 cell phone bank program (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a concurrent land use and zone amendment for a property at 290 South 100 West, changing from medium-density residential/neighborhood commercial to high-density residential, and from RA-1 to R-1-5. They will also discuss proposed home occupation regulations, adding site visits to subdivision applications, and approve meeting minutes from July 15, 2025.

• Public hearing on land use amendment from MDR and Neighborhood Commercial to HDR, and zone amendment from RA-1 to R-1-5 at 290 South 100 West; applicant The Lofts Development, LLC.
• Discuss and consider recommendation on the same concurrent land use and zone amendment.
• Discuss and consider Home Occupation Regulations.
• Discuss and consider adding Planning Commission Site Visits to Subdivision Applications.
• Discuss and consider approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes for July 15, 2025.

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss a Planning Commission recommendation to amend zoning chapters 11 and 12 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The council will also discuss a Class V Conditional Use Permit for a pickleball facility at Black Desert Resort, located at approximately 1500 East Black Desert Drive. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of two draft ordinances amending Chapters 11 and 12 on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion of a Class V Conditional Use Permit for a pickleball facility at Black Desert Resort
• Site plan for the proposed pickleball facility at 1500 East Black Desert Drive
• Reference to The Retreat at Snow Canyon Plan bordering the Black Desert Resort property

The Ivins City Council held a work meeting to review draft amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit rules and discuss a pickleball facility permit at Black Desert Resort (approximately 1500 East Black Desert Drive). The council continued its ADU discussion to a regular meeting and did not discuss the pickleball item due to time constraints. No final decisions were made during this session. Changes to Accessory Dwelling Unit rules would affect property use and housing options for Ivins residents.

• Continued ADU amendment discussion to a regular City Council meeting
• Deferred pickleball facility permit review due to time constraints
• Adjourned meeting at 5:17 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold public hearings and consider new sewer impact fees and zoning changes for accessory dwelling units. The agenda notes these changes will affect construction costs and simplify permit requirements for property owners. The council will also review a development agreement for Chinle Cliffs, a pickleball facility permit at Black Desert Resort, and updates to the fiscal year 2026 budget. Additional items include Arts Commission appointments and transit service agreements with UDOT and the City of St. George.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2025-15 enacting new sewer impact fees and the Sewer Impact Fee Facilities Plan
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2025-14 amending zoning codes to simplify accessory dwelling unit permits
• Discussion and potential approval of a development agreement for the Chinle Cliffs project
• Public hearing and vote on a Class V Conditional Use Permit for a pickleball facility at Black Desert Resort (1500 East Black Desert Drive)
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, Truth in Taxation, and a Federal Aid Agreement contract with UDOT

The City Council voted 4-0-1 to approve the Development Agreement for Chinle Cliffs, a south-side project tied to a 20-year-old settlement. Council Member Anderson recused himself and abstained. The council also unanimously appointed Kathy Smith and Kaitlyn Kraus to the Arts Commission. Discussions were held on wind sculpture fundraising and a potential SITLA land exchange for affordable housing, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved Chinle Cliffs Development Agreement as amended (4-0-1, Anderson abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10R appointing Kathy Smith to Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09R appointing Kaitlyn Kraus to Arts Commission (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a zone amendment from RA-1 to R-1-7.5 for approximately 9.87 acres near 400 East and 200 South. They will also review code revisions for Ultra Water Efficiency Development Standards and a Class V Conditional Use Permit for Black Desert Resort at 1500 East Black Desert Drive. Additionally, the commission will discuss a six-month extension for the Moenkopi Trails Preliminary Plan and regulations for home occupations.

• Public hearing and recommendation on zone amendment for 9.87 acres from RA-1 to R-1-7.5 at ~400 East and 200 South (Wilford Leon Hafen Trust).
• Public hearing and recommendation on code revisions for Ultra Water Efficiency Development Standards.
• Public hearing and recommendation on Class V Conditional Use Permit for Black Desert Resort at ~1500 East Black Desert Drive (Enlaw LLC, Koko Head).
• Discuss and consider approval of six-month extension for Moenkopi Trails Preliminary Plan east of Kayenta Parkway and south of Willow Springs Way.
• Discuss and consider Home Occupation Regulations.

City Council Planning Commission Joint Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work meeting to conduct an on-site tour of the proposed location for a pickleball facility at Black Desert Resort. The applicant is Kory Jardine of Enlaw, LLC, and the property is at approximately 1500 East Black Desert Drive. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• On-site tour of proposed pickleball facility location at Black Desert Resort, 1500 East Black Desert Drive, Ivins

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work meeting that consisted of an on-site tour of the proposed pickleball facility at Black Desert Resort. No formal decisions, votes, or approvals were made during the meeting; the only official action was adjournment.

• Meeting was a work session only; no substantive decisions or votes taken
• Adjourned at 10:08 a.m. (unanimous)

Talk About Meeting at Rocky Vista University regarding Truth in Taxation

The Ivins City Council will hold a Talk About meeting to discuss Truth in Taxation. The agenda includes presentations by the Director of Finance and a council member, but no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Truth in Taxation with presentations by Finance Director Cade Visser and Council Member Mike Scott

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to continue discussions on updating the Master Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan, and sewer rate analysis, as well as the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Truth in Taxation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a working session.

• Continued discussion on updating the Master Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan, and Impact Fee Analysis for sewer
• Continued discussion on Fiscal Year Ending 2026 Budgets and Truth in Taxation

The Ivins City Council met in a work session to continue discussions on updating the Sewer Master Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan, Impact Fee Analysis, and sewer rate structures. They also discussed the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and Truth in Taxation following a public input meeting. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting at 5:14 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 2025-12 to reauthorize the Environmental Mitigation Impact Fee for the Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan. They will also discuss and potentially approve the Amended Preliminary Plan for Canyon Crossing, a donation agreement with Ivins Inspired, a development agreement for Chinle Cliffs, and several resolutions including final budget adoption and pass-through of water rate increases. Additionally, they will discuss sewer master plan updates and a permanent speed bump design.

• Public hearing on Environmental Mitigation Impact Fee reauthorization (Ordinance No. 2025-12)
• Consider approval of Amended Preliminary Plan for Canyon Crossing at 1175 Snow Canyon Parkway
• Discuss donation agreement with Ivins Inspired
• Discuss development agreement for Chinle Cliffs (document in progress)
• Consider Resolution No. 2025-06R adopting final budgets for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025

The City Council approved the final budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and set a Truth in Taxation amount of $860,000. Other actions included authorizing an environmental mitigation fee and approving a preliminary plan for Canyon Crossing.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-12 authorizing Environmental Mitigation Impact Fee (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Preliminary Plan for Canyon Crossing at 1175 Snow Canyon Parkway and Snow Canyon Drive (unanimous)
• Approved amended donation agreement with Ivins Inspired (unanimous)
• Set Public Hearing date for July 17, 2025, regarding Master Plan and Impact Fee updates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-06R adopting Final Budgets for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Truth in Taxation amount of $860,000 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider amendments to city code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), including deed restrictions and permitting in single-family zones. The commission will also discuss and potentially approve the preliminary plan for Hafen Farms, a new subdivision located near 400 East and 400 South. Additionally, a code revision for Ultra Water Efficiency Standards will be discussed.

• Public hearing and amendment to Chapters 11 and 12 on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Public hearing and amendment to deed restriction and permitting of ADUs in single-family residential zones
• Discussion and potential approval of Hafen Farms Preliminary Plan (400 East/400 South)
• Discussion of Code Revision for Ultra Water Efficiency Standards
• Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will hear reports on a RAP funds resolution and the City Council's approval vote on utility box art applications. Discussion and potential action items include the FY2026 operations budget, updates on Heritage Days, the Whitaker sculpture fund drive, and the Arts Corridor. The commission will also address vacancies.

• Resolution No. 2025-05R regarding RAP funds
• City Council approval vote on utility box art applications
• Fiscal year 2026 Operations Budget discussion
• Heritage Days event report
• Whitaker sculpture fund drive update

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year Ending 2025 and 2026 budgets. They will also discuss approval of Arts RAP Tax fund allocation and art for utility boxes along the Arts Corridor. A continued discussion on a zoning text amendment for moving truck rentals at 47 East 800 South. Other items include updating the Master Plan for sewer, Truth in Taxation, and a residency requirement for the City Manager.

• Public hearing on FY2025 and FY2026 budgets
• Discuss and consider Resolution No. 2025-05 R for Arts RAP Tax funds
• Discuss art wrapping of five utility boxes along Arts Corridor
• Continued discussion on zoning text amendment for moving truck rentals at 47 East 800 South (applicant Benjamin Gottfredson)
• Discussion regarding updating Master Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis for Sewer

The City Council approved an arts tax allocation and utility box art, denied a zoning amendment for moving truck rentals, and continued discussions on the 2025 and 2026 budgets and sewer master plan updates. The Council also agreed to change the City Manager residency requirement.

• Approved Resolution 2025-05 R for Arts RAP Tax Funds (unanimous)
• Approved utility box art wrapping along Arts Corridor (unanimous)
• Denied Zoning Text Amendment for moving truck rentals at 47 East 800 South (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on 2025 budgets to next meeting (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on 2026 budgets until June 18 Truth-in-Taxation talk (unanimous)
• Postponed Public Hearing on sewer master plan updates (unanimous)
• Agreed to change City Manager residency requirement to 30 miles (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance change for City Manager residency requirements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This meeting includes a public hearing and discussion on a proposed Habitat Conservation Ordinance. Commissioners will also discuss and consider a Lighting Overlay Ordinance, Home Occupation Regulations, Accessory Dwelling Units (including amendments to deed restrictions), and a Moderate Income Housing Plan. Other items include review of plats and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Habitat Conservation Ordinance
• Discuss Lighting Overlay Ordinance
• Discuss Home Occupation Regulations
• Discuss Accessory Dwelling Units and deed restriction amendments
• Discuss Moderate Income Housing Plan

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a concurrent map amendment and zoning change for a 10.69-acre property near 800 West Old Highway 91, shifting from low-density and high-density residential to high-density residential and from residential agriculture and single-family to two-family residential. The council is also discussing arts commission funding recommendations, a community fund drive for Lyman Whitaker sculptures, fiscal year 2025 and 2026 budgets, a water conservation easement along Vista Estates, sewer master plan updates, and ultra water efficiency standards.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2025-11: rezone 10.69 acres at 800 West Old Highway 91 from RA-5/R-1-5 to R-2-10
• Discuss approval of Arts Commission's recommendation on automatic distributions to Tuacahn, Kayenta Arts Foundation, and the Arts Commission
• Arts Commission request for council support to begin a community fund drive to purchase Lyman Whitaker sculptures at Highway 91 and Kwavasa Drive roundabout
• Discuss and consider granting a water conservation easement along the Vista Estates development 200 West frontage
• Discussion on updating the Master Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan, and Impact Fee Analysis for Sewer, including draft sewer rates analysis

The Council continued discussion on a land use and zoning amendment for 800 West Old Highway 91 pending engineering information regarding slopes. They also approved a water conservation easement for the Vista Estates development.

• Continued Ordinance 2025-11 regarding rezoning at 800 West Old Highway 91 (4-0)
• Approved water conservation easement for Vista Estates 200 West frontage (4-0)

Arts Commission

The Ivins City Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 14, 2025, to discuss and potentially act on several arts programs and initiatives. Key items include an evaluation of the Art on Loan program, status updates on HOA applications and a garden box project, reports on the Arts Corridor and Heritage Days, a sculpture fund drive, and the Fiscal Year 2026 Operations Budget.

• Art on Loan program recap and evaluation
• It's a Wrap! status on two HOA applications and Garden Box
• Ivins City Arts Corridor report
• Heritage Days report
• Whitaker sculpture fund drive and FY2026 Operations Budget discussion

Planning Commission - DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - MINIMAL AUDIO AND VIDEO AVAILABILITY

The Ivins City Planning Commission will discuss the Habitat Conservation Impact Fee Reauthorization Ordinance, review plats, and consider approving the April 29, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting will have minimal audio and video availability due to technical difficulties.

• Discuss and review the Habitat Conservation Impact Fee Reauthorization Ordinance (2025-__) and the existing 1995-14 Endangered Species Impact Fees ordinance
• Discuss and consider Planning Commission Review of Plats
• Discuss and consider approval of the Ivins City Planning Commission meeting minutes from April 29, 2025

Talk About Meeting at Rocky Vista University re: Fire

The Ivins City Council will hold a discussion-only meeting regarding fire, focusing on SCI Fire Prevention and Firewise Landscaping. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Talk About regarding Fire
• SCI Fire Prevention discussion
• Firewise Landscaping discussion

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss tentative budgets to complete the current fiscal year (ending 2025) and for the next fiscal year (2026). The discussion will include property tax information, transportation utility fees for road replacement, and a road replacement reserve analysis.

• Discussion of tentative budgets to complete Fiscal Year Ending 2025
• Discussion of tentative budgets for Fiscal Year Ending 2026
• Property tax information review
• Transportation utility fees for road replacement review
• Road replacement reserve analysis

The City Council held a work meeting to discuss tentative budgets for fiscal years ending 2025 and 2026. Discussions included the budget deficit, the Truth in Taxation process, property taxes, and road replacement fees.

• Adjournment approved (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 9.52 acres at 755 West Center, changing from Residential Agriculture to Single Family (RE-15). They will also discuss tentatively adopting budgets for the current fiscal year and FY2026, and consider possible regulations for short-term rentals and home occupation businesses.

• Rezone 9.52 acres at 755 West Center from RA-1 to RE-15
• Tentative adoption of budgets for FY2025 and FY2026 with a public hearing
• Discussion of possible regulations for short-term rentals
• Continued discussion on Ordinance 2025-06 granting electrical utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power
• Presentation on updating Master Plans and Impact Fee Facilities Plans for sewer and storm water

The City Council unanimously approved a zoning map amendment to rezone 9.52 acres at approximately 755 West Center from Residential Agriculture (RA-1) to Residential Single-Family (RE-15). They also approved tentative budgets for FY2025 and FY2026, set a public hearing for June 5, 2025, and approved a policy to pay city employees the difference between military and city pay for up to 15 days. Additionally, the Council approved a proclamation for Building Safety Month and granted an electrical utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power.

• Approved zoning amendment at 755 West Center from RA-1 to RE-15 (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Building Safety Month (5-0)
• Approved tentative budgets for FY2025 and FY2026, public hearing set for June 5, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved military pay allowance policy: city pays difference up to 15 days (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-06 granting electrical utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power (5-0)
• Discussed short-term rental regulations, referred to planning commission
• Discussed home occupation businesses, referred to planning commission
• Discussed feedback from April 17 Shake Out Drill, no action taken

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss moving the RAP program to a fiscal‑year calendar and set new dates. It will vote on a request to raise RAP funding by $10,000 for the next year. Members will review comments on the preliminary Arts Commission budget for FY 2026. The commission will also consider two HOA applications, one ICAC application, and partial funding for boxes, and will discuss appointing a new member to the ICAC.

• Vote to increase RAP funding to $10,000 for FY2026
• Discuss moving RAP program to a fiscal‑year calendar
• Review preliminary Arts Commission budget for FY26
• Approve two HOA applications and one ICAC application with partial funding for boxes
• Consider appointment to fill vacancy on the ICAC

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to approve a Concurrent Map Amendment that would rezone about 10.69 acres at 800 West Old Hwy 91 from low‑ and high‑density residential, residential agricultural and single‑family zones to a Residential Two‑Family District (RE‑2‑10). The commission will also discuss and consider approval of three amended preliminary plans: Circle Cliffs Partial "A" at Main Street and 300 North, Crossings at Red Desert at 800 South Main Street, and Kwavasa Phase 3 at Kwavasa Drive and Kaleva Trail. In addition, the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting will be considered for approval. Standard reports and procedural items are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and recommendation to approve Concurrent Map Amendment for 10.69 acres at 800 West Old Hwy 91, changing zoning to RE‑2‑10
• Discuss and consider approval of Circle Cliffs Partial Amended "A" Preliminary Plan at Main Street and 300 North
• Discuss and consider approval of Crossings at Red Desert Amended Preliminary Plan at 800 South Main Street
• Discuss and consider approval of Kwavasa Phase 3 Amended Preliminary Plan at Kwavasa Drive and Kaleva Trail
• Approve the Ivins City Planning Commission meeting minutes from April 15, 2025

City Council

The Ivins City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Annexation Policy Plan and Map, an amendment to the General Plan, and consider its adoption via Ordinance 2025-09. They will also continue discussion on Ordinance 2025-06 granting an electrical utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power. A presentation and discussion on tentative budgets for FY 2025 and FY 2026, along with tentative tax rates, is scheduled. Additionally, there is discussion on changing the advice and consent process for Planning Commission member appointments.

• Public hearing on Annexation Policy Plan and Map as a General Plan amendment
• Ordinance 2025-09 adopting the Annexation Policy Plan
• Continued discussion on Ordinance 2025-06 granting utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power
• Presentation and discussion on tentative budgets for FY 2025/2026 and tentative tax rate
• Discussion on changing the advice and consent process for Planning Commission appointments

The Ivins City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2025-09, adopting the Annexation Policy Plan as an amendment to the General Plan. The vote included adding language stating Areas 1 and 4 are intended as long-term open space and clarifying the plan's purpose.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-09 (unanimous)
• Added language designating Areas 1 and 4 as long-term open space
• Added clarifying language to the Statement of Purpose and map
• Continued discussion on Ordinance No. 2025-06 regarding Rocky Mountain Power franchise
• Approved April 3, 2025 City Council Work Meeting Minutes
• Approved April 3, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes
• Agreed to review tentative budgets for FY 2025 and FY 2026 at a future meeting
• Agreed to allow Mayor and two Council Members to interview Planning Commission candidates

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to rezone approximately 9.52 acres at 755 West Center Street from RA-1 (Residential Agricultural, 1 acre) to RE-15 (Residential Estates, 15,000 square feet). The commission will also discuss and consider approval of the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes. Other agenda items are procedural, including reports and adjournment.

• Public hearing on zone amendment from RA-1 to RE-15 for 9.52 acres at 755 West Center Street (Louis Carnesale, owner; American Consulting and Engineering, applicant)
• Discuss and consider recommendation of the zone amendment
• Consider approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 1, 2025

Arts Commission

The Ivins Arts Commission will discuss and potentially act on recommending Art on Loan recipients for the 2025-2026 cycle to the City Council, and recommending a candidate to fill a commission vacancy. They will also confirm commissioner terms, elect officers for the upcoming year, and discuss the Ivins Art Corridor, Middle School Featured Artist program, Heritage Days, and other administrative items.

• Recommendation to City Council to award Art on Loan recipients for 2025-2026
• Recommendation to fill a vacancy on the Arts Commission
• Confirm Arts Commissioner terms and elect officers for 2025-2026
• Discussion on Ivins Art Corridor and Middle School Featured Artist program
• Copper Canyon HOA wrap and commissioner name plaques

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss recent survey results and details of a Regional Drought Contingency Plan. No voting or decisions are scheduled; only discussion is planned.

• Discussion regarding recent survey results and details of a Regional Drought Contingency Plan

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a zoning map amendment from RA-1 to R-1-7.5 at approximately 200 West 200 South, and another on a zoning text amendment denial for moving truck and trailer rentals at approximately 47 East 800 South. The council will also consider ordinances to implement the map amendment and discuss housing affordability, short-term rental regulations, and other administrative items.

• Public hearing and potential approval of Ordinance 2025-07 for zoning amendment at 200 West 200 South (RA-1 to R-1-7.5)
• Public hearing and consideration of Planning Commission recommendation to deny zoning text amendment for moving truck rentals at 47 East 800 South
• Discussion and potential action on housing affordability and short-term rental regulations
• Approval of First Addendum to MOU for Rocky Vista University use of city facilities
• Appointment of Building Official/Interim Zoning Administrator (Resolution 2025-03R)

Sensitive Lands Committee

The Ivins Sensitive Lands Committee will open the meeting and address general business. The primary decision is whether to approve the committee minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting. The committee will also discuss any additional items and updates before adjourning.

• Consider approval of Sensitive Lands Committee minutes for October 15, 2024

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a Class IV Conditional Use Amendment for Black Desert Resort construction trailers, owned by Enlaw-LLC with Koko Head as applicant. The commission will also reappoint a member and elect a new chair and vice-chair, and approve the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and discussion/action on a Class IV Conditional Use Amendment for Black Desert Resort Construction Trailers (Enlaw-LLC-Owner, Koko Head-Applicant)
• Reappointment of a Planning Commission member and election of new Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of Ivins City Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for March 18, 2025

Ivins City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting on March 20, 2025. The main agenda item is discussion regarding implementation of the General Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion regarding implementation of the General Plan

The council voted to adjourn the work meeting. The motion was moved by Councilmember Lance Anderson, seconded by Councilmember Kevin Smith, and carried unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 20, 2025. A public hearing and potential ordinance to remove secondary water system installation requirements from new subdivisions is the main item. Council will also consider a landscape bid for the Highway 91/400 West roundabout, appoint a planning commission member, grant a utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power, and discuss expenditures for a waterline project on Old Highway 91. Budgets for police and fire will be reviewed.

• Public hearing and Ordinance No. 2025-05 to eliminate secondary water requirements for new development
• Bid for landscape installation at roundabout on Highway 91 and 400 West
• Ordinance No. 2025-06 granting electrical utility franchise to Rocky Mountain Power
• Expenditure for 10" waterline installation on Old Highway 91 Phase 2 Improvement Project
• Review of SCIPD and SCIFR budgets (police and fire)

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2025-05, amending the Subdivision Ordinance to eliminate the requirement for secondary water systems on new developments. They also approved a $26,366 contract with Creative Edge Designs to landscape the roundabout at Highway 91 and 400 West. Additionally, the council re‑appointed Pam Gardiol to the Planning Commission and approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-05 removing secondary water system requirements (unanimous)
• Approved $26,366 landscape contract with Creative Edge Designs for roundabout (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-02R appointing Planning Commission Member Pam Gardiol (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including March 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to continue discussion on Ordinance No. 2025-06 (Electrical Utility Franchise) (unanimous)
• Suspended rules to bring agenda item 5)D forward (unanimous)
• Suspended rules to bring agenda item 6)A forward (unanimous)
• Suspended rules and moved to reports (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Ivins City Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 19, 2025. The primary action item is a motion to enter closed session for a personnel meeting to select an applicant to fill a vacancy on the commission, followed by a motion to recommend the selected applicant to the Mayor and City Council. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Motion to enter closed session for personnel meeting to select applicant for vacancy on the Arts Commission
• Motion to recommend the selected applicant to Mayor and City Council for appointment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on three key items: a zone amendment for a 5-acre parcel at 200 West/200 South from RA-1 to R-1-7.5, a zoning text amendment to allow moving truck and trailer rentals as an accessory use at a self-storage facility at 47 East 800 South, and amendments to the Ivins City Annexation Policy Plan. The commission will also discuss and consider approval of the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and recommendation on zone amendment (RA-1 to R-1-7.5) for ~5 acres at 200 West/200 South (Tim and Gia Best, applicant)
• Public hearing and recommendation on zoning text amendment to Table of Uses to allow moving truck/trailer rentals as accessory use at self-storage facility at 47 East 800 South (Benjamin Gottfredson, applicant)
• Public hearing and recommendation on proposed amendments to the Ivins City Annexation Policy Plan as a General Plan amendment
• Consideration of approval of March 4, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 2025-04 to rezone approximately 9.21 acres from RA-1 (Residential Agricultural 1 acre) to R-1-7.5 (Residential Single Family 7500 square feet). Also on the agenda: continued discussion of a grandstand agreement at Black Desert Resort, a second addendum to the Rocky Vista University MOU for Talk-Abouts in 2025, and approval of engineering services for the Anasazi Sewer Lift Station.

• Public hearing and potential approval of Zone Amendment on 9.21 acres (Ordinance 2025-04)
• Continued discussion regarding a Memorandum of Understanding for a grandstand at Black Desert Resort
• Second Addendum to Memorandum of Understanding with Rocky Vista University for Talk-Abouts in 2025
• Expenditure for engineering professional services for Anasazi Sewer Lift Station
• Approval of City Council meeting minutes for February 20, 2025 (consent agenda)

The council approved a zone amendment from RA-1 to R-1-7.5 on 9.21 acres (Ordinance 2025-04) by a 4-1 vote, after a motion to continue the discussion failed. Unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Black Desert Resort for grandstand construction with 90-day PGA and 60-day LPGA limits, a second addendum with Rocky Vista University for Talk-Abouts, and an engineering expenditure for the Anasazi Sewer Lift Station.

• Approved zone amendment RA-1 to R-1-7.5 on 9.21 acres (Ordinance 2025-04) (4-1)
• Motion to continue zone amendment discussion failed (1-4)
• Approved MOU with Black Desert Resort for grandstand (90 days PGA, 60 days LPGA, construction 7am–sunset) (unanimous)
• Approved second addendum to MOU with Rocky Vista University for Talk-Abouts in 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved expenditure for engineering services for Anasazi Sewer Lift Station (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes of February 20, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and then discuss and consider a recommendation on amending the Subdivision Ordinance to remove requirements for installation of secondary water systems on new development. The commission will also discuss the Annexation Policy Plan and consider approval of meeting minutes from February 18, 2025.

• Public hearing on amending the Subdivision Ordinance to remove secondary water system installation requirements for new development
• Discussion and potential recommendation on the same subdivision ordinance amendment
• Discussion of the Annexation Policy Plan
• Consider approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes for February 18, 2025

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a zone amendment from Resort Commercial to Commercial Light Manufacturing on a portion of 1650 East Snow Canyon Parkway. The council also will discuss simplifying Class I Use Permits, an arts crosswalk safety project, and a public art sculpture purchase. Other items include approval of engineering services for Snow Canyon Parkway and Hamblin Parkway roundabout design, a water conservation easement, and a quit claim deed for boundary issues.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2025-03 for zone amendment at 1650 East Snow Canyon Parkway
• Continued discussion on Ordinance 2025-01 to simplify Class I Use Permit process and temporary structure rules
• Expenditure for engineering professional services for Snow Canyon Parkway and Hamblin Parkway roundabout design
• Consideration of granting a water conservation easement along Black Stone development frontage
• Discussion and approval of quit claim deed for boundary issues on Black Stone Subdivision

The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2025-03, changing the zoning of a portion of 1650 East Snow Canyon Parkway from Resort Commercial to Commercial Light Manufacturing. They also unanimously appointed Mayor Chris Hart as Grand Marshal for the Washington County Fair, approved a letter of support for the Safety in Art grant, and voted to table Ordinance No. 2025-01 while directing staff to place the Black Desert Resort MOU on the next agenda. A motion to purchase a $2,500 public‑art sculpture failed (2 Aye, 3 Nay).

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-03 (zone amendment RC to CLM) – unanimous vote
• Appointed Mayor Chris Hart as Grand Marshal for Washington County Fair – unanimous vote
• Approved letter of support for Safety in Art grant – unanimous vote
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2025-01 and instructed staff to place Black Desert Resort MOU on next agenda – unanimous vote
• Motion to purchase Lance Ludlow sculpture for $2,500 using RAP funds failed (2 Aye, 3 Nay)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zone amendment on 9.21 acres at 400 South and 400 East from RA-1 to R-1-7.5. Commissioners will also discuss and potentially act on amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance to remove irrigation requirements. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and routine reports.

• Public hearing on zone amendment (RA-1 to R-1-7.5) for 9.21 acres at 400 South and 400 East, owned by Hafen Farms LLC, applicant Clark College
• Consider recommendation of the same zone amendment
• Discuss amendments to Subdivision Ordinance removing irrigation requirements
• Consider approval of February 4, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Reports from Planning Commission members, Chair, Building and Zoning Administrator, and City Attorney

Combined Planning Commission and City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a work meeting on February 6, 2025, at 85 N. Main St. The session will continue discussion of Ordinance No. 2025-01, which would amend Title 16, Chapter 14 of the Ivins City Code. The proposed changes would simplify the application process for Class I Use Permits and clarify how long temporary structures may remain. These adjustments would affect residents and businesses applying for permits and placing temporary structures on city property.

• Ordinance No. 2025-01: Continued discussion on amending Title 16, Chapter 14 to simplify Class I Use Permit applications and clarify temporary structure duration limits
• Work meeting format with no scheduled final vote

This was a work meeting with discussion only; no votes were taken on Ordinance No. 2025-01 regarding temporary structures. The Council asked Black Desert Resort to bring recommendations back at the next meeting. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a development agreement for the Blake Subdivision and potential ordinance changes regarding use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on wildfire assessments, reservoir maintenance, and secondary water requirements.

• Development Agreement for the Blake Subdivision
• Ordinance No. 2025-01 regarding Class I Use Permits and temporary structures
• Reimbursement to Onyx 600, LLC for Center Street/Kwavasa roundabout
• Expenditure for dam rock facing of Ivins Reservoir
• City wide wildfire assessment and landscape mitigation

The City Council approved a $297,540 expenditure to reimburse Onyx 600, LLC for the Center Street/Kwavasa roundabout, with $20,000 contingency. They also approved a development agreement for the Blake Subdivision, renewed audit services with Larson & Company PC, and voted 4-1 not to contribute to dam rock facing on the Ivins Reservoir. Discussion on a temporary structures ordinance was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved $297,540 reimbursement to Onyx 600 for Center Street/Kwavasa roundabout (5-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for Blake Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved renewal of audit services by Larson & Company PC (5-0)
• Decided not to contribute to dam rock facing of Ivins Reservoir (4-1)
• Continued discussion of Ordinance 2025-01 (temporary structures) to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes (5-0)
• Suspended rules to move agenda item 5H (wildfire assessment discussion) up (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations for a zone change from RC to CLM on a .17 acre portion at approximately 1650 East Snow Canyon Parkway, owned by Enlaw LLC with Enbridge as applicant. Also up for discussion are proposed amendments to the Ivins City Annexation Policy Plan as an amendment to the General Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and reports.

• Public hearing and recommendation on zone change from RC to CLM on .17 acre at 1650 East Snow Canyon Parkway (Enlaw LLC, Enbridge)
• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Ivins City Annexation Policy Plan (General Plan amendment)
• Consideration of Planning Commission meeting minutes from January 14, 2024
• Reports from Planning Commission members, Chair, Building and Zoning Administrator, and City Attorney

City Council Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss the 5-Year Plan and Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Priorities. They will also review a letter from the Washington County Water Conservancy District regarding the Dry Wash Reservoir. No formal votes will be taken.

• Discussion on the 5-Year Plan and Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Priorities
• Review of Washington County Water Conservancy District letter re Dry Wash Reservoir
• Work meeting only; no formal action items

This work session covered department requests for the 2026 budget and five-year plan. Staff outlined needs for police vehicles, public works projects, cemetery improvements, and cybersecurity. Council members discussed potential hires, a water and fire infrastructure study, impact fee reviews, and a transportation use fee. No formal votes or binding actions were taken.

• No substantive decisions were made during this work session.

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing on the Planning Commission’s recommendations to amend Chapter 14 Class I Use Permits. Council members will also consider Ordinance No. 2025-01 to simplify the permit application process and clarify temporary structure time limits. Additional items include renewing the audit contract with Larson & Company PC, approving the FY 2025/2026 budget preparation calendar, and electing a Mayor Pro Tem for 2025.

• Public hearing on Planning Commission’s recommendations to amend Chapter 14 Class I Use Permits
• Ordinance No. 2025-01 to simplify Class I Use Permit applications and clarify temporary structure duration
• Renewal of audit contract with Larson & Company PC
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget preparation calendar
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem for the 2025 calendar year

The City Council tabled an ordinance to simplify Class I use permit applications and temporarily tabled a work session to discuss the issue further. The Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Budget Preparation calendar.

• Tabled Ordinance No. 2025-01 on Class I use permits pending a work meeting
• Approved Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Budget Preparation calendar
• Approved Arts Commission recommendations for 2024 RAP Tax Arts Funds with adjustments
• Continued approval of Audit Contract with Larson & Company PC to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will meet on January 14, 2025 to discuss the Ivins City Annexation Plan. Commissioners will also consider approving the meeting minutes from December 17, 2024. An open‑meeting‑law training presentation will be given. No public hearing or action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of the Ivins City Annexation Plan
• Consideration of approval of the December 17, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Open meeting law training pursuant to Utah Code §52‑4‑104
• Public hearing and action items: none
• Acknowledgement of quorum and flag salute