Highland City public meetings in 2021

Library Board

This agenda is a notice of quorum for the Highland City Library Board's Christmas party, not a regular business meeting. No decisions or discussions are listed; the board is simply gathering socially at the library.

• Christmas party at Highland City Library, 5400 W Civic Center Drive, on December 17, 2021 at 6:00 pm

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for December 14, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular December 9, 2021 meeting of the Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The regularly scheduled Lone Peak Public Safety District Board meeting for December 8, 2021 has been cancelled. No business items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first. They will consider awarding contracts for the Murdock Irrigation Pump Station and Pheasant Hollow Sewer Lift Station ($2,877,000.90) and Culinary Well #4 ($1,439,292.00), plus several ordinances and resolutions including a parks tax, a right-of-way vacation, and a general plan amendment. Public hearings will be held on the right-of-way vacation and the general plan transportation amendment.

• Award contract to Nelson Brothers for $2,877,000.90 for Murdock Irrigation Pump Station and Pheasant Hollow Sewer Lift Station
• Award contract to Lang Equipment for $1,439,292.00 for Culinary Well #4 drilling
• Public hearing on vacating 1,385 sq ft of right-of-way in Millers Acre Subdivision Plat B
• Public hearing on General Plan amendment to discourage external road connections
• Consider ordinance to institute a Parks Tax

The Council adopted an ordinance to implement a 0.1% sales tax for recreational facilities and approved multiple construction contracts for water and sewer infrastructure. They also amended the General Plan to discourage external road connections and updated the Highland Marketplace site plan.

• Approved 0.1% Local Sales and Use Tax for recreational facilities (5-0)
• Approved $2,877,000.90 contract to Nelson Brothers for Murdock Irrigation Pump Station and Pheasant Hollow Sewer Lift Station (5-0)
• Approved contract up to $1,583,221.20 to Lang Equipment for redrilling Well #4 (5-0)
• Approved General Plan amendment to discourage external road connections not listed in the plan (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Highland Marketplace Phase 2 master commercial site plan (5-0)
• Approved right-of-way vacation in Millers Acre Subdivision Plat B (5-0)
• Denied purchase applications for 5 properties in Highland Hills subdivision and Horseshoe Trail (4-1)
• Tabled Twin Bridges open space purchase pending encroachment policy development (5-0)

City Council

This agenda is only a notice of quorum for the Highland City Council to attend the Council Christmas Party at 5400 W. Civic Center Dr, Ste 1. No official business, decisions, or discussions are scheduled for this meeting.

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 1, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items or business are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will meet to receive training from Utah State Library's Rachel Cook, hear the director's report, and discuss the Christmas party. The agenda includes public comment, consent approval of October minutes, and no action/policy items. No meeting is scheduled for December.

• Training by Rachel Cook from Utah State Library
• Director's report
• Discussion of Christmas party
• No meeting in December

The Highland City Public Library Board approved the corrected minutes of its October 28, 2021 meeting on a 5-0 vote and adjourned at 8:26 p.m. on a 5-0 vote. No action or policy items were on the agenda. In discussion, the Board set a Christmas party for December 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. with a potluck Mexican theme, and listed a 3D printer, a January trustee self-evaluation, and the budget as future agenda items. The Director reported staffing shortages, a security-gate grant, and that raising the starting wage from $12.50 to $15.00 an hour would cost roughly $40,000 extra a year, which she said is currently out of the Library's reach.

• Approved October 28, 2021 minutes with a typo correction (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:26 p.m. (5-0)
• Set Christmas party for December 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., potluck Mexican theme (discussion item, no vote recorded)
• No action or policy items were on the agenda
• No meeting scheduled in December; next regular meeting January 27, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on two items: a staff-requested amendment to the Transportation element of the General Plan regarding external connections, and a request by Travis Maddox for approval of a Final Plat for a 2-lot subdivision at approximately 4764 W 11200 N. The meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2021, at 7:00 pm in the Highland City Council Chambers.

• Amendment to Transportation element of General Plan regarding external connections
• Final Plat approval for 2-lot subdivision by Travis Maddox at approximately 4764 W 11200 N

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a final plat for the 2-lot Maddox Subdivision and a General Plan text amendment to discourage external road connections not already in the plan. They will also consider the 2022 meeting schedule and receive training on General Plan updates. The agenda includes routine consent items and informational communication items.

• Final plat approval for Maddox Subdivision, a 2-lot single-family minor subdivision with remnant parcel at approximately 4764 W 11200 N
• General Plan text amendment to discourage external road connections not existing or listed in the General Plan
• 2022 Planning Commission regular meeting schedule approval
• Training on comprehensive General Plan updates (discussion only)
• Approval of October 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Highland Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend denial of the Maddox Subdivision final plat, a proposed 2-lot single-family minor subdivision at approximately 4764 W 11200 N, after staff found it inconsistent with the General Plan, Development Code, and pressurized irrigation master plan. The Commission also voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a General Plan text amendment to discourage external road connections not existing or listed as major roads. The Commission approved the October 26, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2022 meeting schedule, and postponed a General Plan training to a later meeting.

• Recommended denial of Maddox Subdivision final plat (4-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan transportation text amendment (4-0)
• Approved October 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Postponed General Plan training to after the holidays

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a special session with a single action item: reviewing and formally certifying the Election Canvass Returns from the 2021 General Municipal Election. No other business is on the agenda. The meeting is procedural in nature, focused solely on election certification.

• Certify Election Canvass Returns from the 2021 General Municipal Election

In a special session on November 16, 2021, the Highland City Council acting as the Board of Canvassers voted 4:0 to certify the 2021 General Municipal Election returns. The council declared Kurt Ostler as Mayor and Sarah D. Petersen and Scott L. Smith as City Council members. It also declared Proposition 1 (Wimbleton Subdivision Open Space Disposal) as voted against and Proposition 11 (Parks Tax) as voted for. The meeting adjourned at 6:12 pm.

• Certified 2021 General Municipal Election canvass returns (4:0)
• Declared Kurt Ostler as Mayor
• Declared Sarah D. Petersen and Scott L. Smith as City Council members
• Declared Proposition 1 Wimbleton Subdivision Open Space Disposal voted against
• Declared Proposition 11 Parks Tax voted for
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for November 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will consider approving a $52,454.84 purchase of firefighter turnout gear and equipment, a change to the fire department's holiday pay policy, the 2022 meeting schedule, and revised post-disciplinary appeals procedures. The board will also hear public comments and department reports.

• Purchase of 20 sets of turnouts, 20 pairs of boots, 10 helmets, 20 hoods, and 10 structural gloves for $52,454.84
• Holiday policy change allowing full-time firefighters to receive a late November payout of 144 hours of holiday time
• Approval of 2022 regular meeting schedule (second Wednesday monthly at 7:30 am)
• Approval of revised Post-Disciplinary Appeals Board Policies and Procedures
• Approval of October 20, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board approved the 2022 regular meeting schedule, revised post-disciplinary appeals policies, a purchase of firefighter protective gear capped at $52,454.84, and a holiday leave policy change. All four votes were unanimous among the four members present. The board also approved the October 20, 2021 minutes and heard a fire department report; no police report was given because the chief was absent at training.

• Approved October 20, 2021 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2022 LPPSD regular meeting schedule as proposed, with changes deferred to January when new board members are seated (4-0)
• Approved revised post-disciplinary appeals board policies and procedures, shifting appeals from the Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director to an outside Appeal Authority (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 20 sets of turnouts, 20 pairs of boots, 10 helmets, 20 hoods and 10 pairs of structural gloves at a cost not to exceed $52,454.84 (4-0)
• Approved changes to policy section 15 subsection H of the Lone Peak Fire Department personnel policy manual, letting employees save holiday leave and cash it out in November (4-0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 8:14 am (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will discuss and take action on thirteen deferred requests to purchase city-owned open space parcels. The session includes a review of property requests in Beacon Hills, Highland Hills, and other subdivisions, alongside discussions on irrigation capacity and an open space financial plan.

• Review of 13 deferred open space purchase requests
• Final plat approval for Ridgeview Retail (4-lot commercial subdivision)
• Preliminary plat approval for Ridgeview Pod B (424-lot subdivision)
• Public hearing for shipping container text amendments
• Resolution regarding opioid litigation settlement participation

The Highland City Council approved the preliminary plat for the 424-lot Ridgeview Pod B subdivision near North County Boulevard and Canal Boulevard, subject to nine stipulations. The council also approved a text amendment regulating shipping containers and agreed to join the state opioid litigation settlement. In a work session, the council directed staff to negotiate the sale of several orphan open space parcels, including properties in Beacon Hills and Highland Hills, while declining to sell others.

• Approved Ridgeview Pod B preliminary plat, 424 lots, with 9 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved text amendment adding Section 3-625 regulating shipping containers, with municipal exemption (4-1)
• Approved participation in opioid litigation settlement (4-1, Smith no)
• Approved consent items 3a, 3b, 3c: meeting minutes, 2022 meeting schedule, library strategic plan (5-0)
• Approved Ridgeview Retail final plat, 4-lot commercial subdivision, with 2 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved sale of 12458 N Angel Gate triangle parcel and 11885 N Athena Drive up to 10 feet from storm drain line (5-0)
• Approved 2021 updates to Standard Drawings and Design Criteria for Public Improvements (5-0)

Appeal Authority

The Highland City Appeal Authority is meeting to consider a single variance request. Jenn Christensen, representing Vess Pearson, is asking to increase the maximum retaining wall height from six feet to ten feet on a property, as allowed under Section 3-612 of the Development Code. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2021, at 5:30 PM in the Highland City Council Chambers.

• Variance request to increase retaining wall height from 6 to 10 feet
• Request by Jenn Christensen on behalf of Vess Pearson
• Variance from Section 3-612 of the Development Code

Appeal Officer Vaughn Pickell held a hearing to consider a variance request from Jenn Christensen, representing Vess Pearson, to increase the maximum retaining wall height from six feet to ten feet at 6407 W. 9600 N. The applicant discussed site conditions, drainage, grading, and the five legal criteria for a variance. No final decision or vote was recorded during the meeting, as the Appeal Officer stated he would review the application package and State Code before issuing a written decision.

• Tabled variance request for a 10-foot retaining wall to issue a written decision later

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to introduce and elect Phoebe Hall as the new Art Board Chairman, and to hear reports from each director on upcoming events including the Christmas Event, Children's Choir, Art Classes, Youth Theatre, and Art Club. They will also approve the minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes discussion of fall events and planning for next year's art show.

• Election of Phoebe Hall as Art Board Chairman
• Christmas Event planning and potential scaling back
• Youth Theatre productions: High School Musical (Dec 10-11) and Shakespeare (Jan-Mar)
• Senior show and concert scheduled for Dec 7 and Dec 18
• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will meet electronically to consider three action items: approving a circulation policy change for tablets, adopting a 2022 meeting schedule (monthly or bimonthly), and approving adjustments to the Long-Range Strategic Plan before final City Council approval. The board will also hear reports, discuss a Christmas party, and may enter closed session to discuss an individual's character or health.

• Circulation policy change to explicitly include tablets (ARPA-funded) under 'kits' with $1/day overdue fines
• 2022 meeting schedule: monthly (fourth Thursday) or bimonthly option
• Strategic Plan 2021-2026 adjustments before City Council final approval on November 9
• Closed session possible per Utah Code §52-4-205
• Public comment via Zoom or email

The Highland City Public Library Board approved changes to its circulation policy regarding tablets and Kindles, adopted its 2022 meeting calendar, and voted to submit the proposed strategic plan to the City Council for final approval. The board also approved the September 2021 meeting minutes and held a closed session to discuss an individual's character or professional competence.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved amended circulation policy for tablets and Kindles (4-0)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule meeting generally on the fourth Thursday (4-0)
• Approved strategic plan and submission to City Council for final approval (4-0)
• Convened and adjourned closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:34 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two Ridgeview subdivisions: a 424-lot preliminary plat for Pod B and a 4-lot retail final plat, both near North County Boulevard and Canal Boulevard. They will also consider a text amendment to regulate shipping containers in the Development Code. A training on the General Plan is scheduled for discussion only.

• Preliminary plat for 424-lot Ridgeview Pod B subdivision (Boyer Ridgeview Commercial, L.C.)
• Final plat for 4-lot Ridgeview Retail commercial subdivision (Spencer Moffat)
• Text amendment to add Section 3-625 Shipping Containers to Development Code
• Training on Highland City General Plan vision, goals, and policies
• Consent item: approval of September 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Highland City Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the Ridgeview Pod B preliminary plat, a 424-lot subdivision at approximately North County Boulevard and Canal Boulevard, with eight staff stipulations plus a recommendation to explore xeriscaping. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the Ridgeview Retail final plat, a 4-lot commercial subdivision, and 5-0 to recommend a Development Code amendment regulating shipping containers. The Commission received training on the General Plan; no final action was taken on communication items.

• Approved minutes of the September 28, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ridgeview Pod B preliminary plat, 424 lots, with 8 staff stipulations plus a xeriscaping recommendation (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ridgeview Retail final plat, 4 commercial lots, with 2 staff stipulations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Section 3-625 Shipping Containers text amendment with 3 stipulations (5-0)
• Received General Plan training; no action taken
• Directed Commissioner Howden to review setback/boundary line code and grading/retaining wall code with staff and suggest changes
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on three items: a preliminary plat for a 424-lot residential subdivision and a 4-lot commercial subdivision, both by The Boyer Company near North County Blvd and Canal Blvd, and a proposed addition to the Highland City Development Code regarding shipping containers. The commission will take public input before deciding on these requests.

• Preliminary Plat for 424-lot subdivision at approximately North County Blvd and Canal Blvd
• Preliminary Plat for 4-lot commercial subdivision at approximately North County Blvd and Canal Blvd
• Proposed addition of Section 3-625 Shipping Containers to Highland City Development Code

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will hold a regular meeting with discussions on implementing an ethical behavior statement (as recommended by the State Auditor), amendments to holiday pay/leave and the disciplinary action appeal process, and receive department reports from police and fire. The board may also enter closed session for pending litigation. No formal action is scheduled on the discussion items.

• Discussion: ethical behavior statement per State Auditor's Fraud Risk Assessment
• Discussion: holiday pay/leave amendment
• Discussion: disciplinary action appeal process amendment
• Department reports: Police and Fire
• Closed session for pending litigation

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board approved the September 8, 2021 meeting minutes with a 3-0 vote and held discussions regarding an ethical behavior statement, a proposed holiday pay hybrid program for firefighters, and an updated disciplinary action appeal process. The board also received department updates from the police and fire chiefs and held a closed session to discuss litigation before adjourning.

• Approved September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Convened in a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation (3-0)
• Adjourned the closed session and the regular meeting

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several actions, including selling a residential lot at 5401 West Pebble Lane for $550,000, approving additional funding for the Adonis Drive streetscape project, and disposing of surplus property in Pheasant Hollow subdivision. They will also discuss a proposed lease with Utah Surf Athletic Club for soccer fields at Mountain Ridge Park and review fund balances. The meeting includes routine consent items and informational updates.

• Real Estate Purchase Contract for 5401 West Pebble Lane to David Hodges for $550,000
• Public hearing to dispose of 31,226 sq ft of surplus property in Pheasant Hollow subdivision
• Additional funding of $129,180.21 for Adonis Drive streetscape project
• Discussion of public/private partnership with Utah Surf Athletic Club for soccer fields at Mountain Ridge Park
• Discussion of fund balances and major revenue sources

The Highland City Council approved a residential real estate purchase contract at 5401 West Pebble Lane, the disposal of public property surplus for the Pheasant Hollow subdivision, additional funding for the Adonis Drive streetscape project, and well maintenance work for culinary Well #1. The Council also held discussions regarding a potential public-private partnership with the Utah Surf Athletic Club for Mountain Ridge Park, reviewed city fund balances, and discussed short-term rentals and Christmas lighting options.

• Approved minutes from the September 7, 2021 regular City Council meeting (5-0)
• Approved real estate purchase contract for 5401 West Pebble Lane to David Hodges for $550,000 (5-0)
• Approved disposal of 31,226 square feet of property surplus in the Pheasant Hollow subdivision (5-0)
• Approved additional funding and contract with Decorative Landscaping for $129,180.21 for the Adonis Drive streetscape project (5-0)
• Approved culinary Well #1 repair and maintenance work by Rhino Pumps and ID Electric for an amount not to exceed $120,566.60 (5-0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 9:59 pm (unanimous)

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The regularly scheduled Lone Peak Public Safety District Board meeting for October 13, 2021 has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Highland City Council may attend a public meeting regarding Proposition #11 Parks Tax. The meeting is located at 5400 W. Civic Center Dr, Ste 1.

• Public meeting regarding Proposition #11 Parks Tax

City Council

This agenda is a notice of quorum, not a regular business meeting. The Highland City Council may attend the 2021 General Municipal Candidate Debate at 5400 W. Civic Center Dr, Ste 1. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• Notice of quorum for possible attendance at 2021 General Municipal Candidate Debate
• Debate location: 5400 W. Civic Center Dr, Ste 1

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to introduce three candidates for the Art Board and to discuss fall events. Directors will report on children's choir, art classes, youth theatre, art club, and graphics, and the group will consider ideas for next year's art show.

• Introduction of Art Board candidates Kathy Handing, Phoebe Hall, and Nicole Bartholomew
• Presentation of fall events
• Director reports on Children's Choir, Art Classes, Youth Theatre, Art Club, and Graphics
• Discussion of ideas for next year's Art Show

The October 6, 2021 Arts Council minutes record discussion items rather than formal decisions. Members talked about a Halloween trick-or-treat event on Monday, October 24th, the possibility of scaling back the Christmas event, and recruiting Phoebe Hall to head up Christmas Crafts. Updates were also given on the After School Arts Club, a high school musical on Dec 10 & 11, a youth Shakespeare production, and a concert on Dec. 18. No motions, votes, or approvals are recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a regular meeting with several administrative and legislative items. They will consider a plat amendment for Pheasant Hollow, a tri-party agreement with Lehi City and D.R. Horton, and a purchase contract template for open space. They will also hear presentations on Bird Scooters and the annual library report, and discuss park projects and an ethical behavior statement.

• Plat amendment for Pheasant Hollow Plat C to adjust lots 9 and 10, creating one 31,226 sq ft lot and two non-buildable parcels
• Tri-party agreement between Highland City, Lehi City, and D.R. Horton for development of property in Utah County
• Open space purchase agreement template for purchases approved June 15, 2021
• Presentation by Bird Scooters to furnish scooters for use within Highland City
• Discussion of Mitchell Hollow Park baseball field partnership with possible expansion to Heritage Park

The Highland City Council approved a final plat amendment for Pheasant Hollow Plat C and adopted a tri-party development agreement with Lehi City and D.R. Horton regarding property annexation. The Council also approved a purchase contract template for city-designated orphan open space parcels and directed staff to solicit bids for phase one of Mountain Ridge Park using an alternative design concept. Additionally, the Council reviewed presentations on a proposed Bird Scooters rental program, the annual library report, and discussed potential baseball field partnerships.

• Approved Pheasant Hollow Plat C final plat amendment (5-0)
• Approved Tri-Party Agreement between Highland City, Lehi City, and D.R. Horton (4-1)
• Approved purchase contract template for orphan open space parcels with escrow and irrigation stipulations (5-0)
• Directed staff to solicit bids for Phase 1 alternative design of Mountain Ridge Park (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider final plat approval for the Maddox Subdivision, a proposed 2-lot single-family subdivision with a remnant parcel at approximately 4764 W 11200 N. The commission will also discuss a possible Development Code amendment to regulate shipping containers, but no action will be taken on that item. The agenda includes consent items and communication updates.

• Public hearing: Final plat for Maddox Subdivision, 2-lot single-family subdivision at 4764 W 11200 N
• Discussion: Possible Development Code amendment to regulate shipping containers (discussion only)
• Consent item: Approval of July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Future meetings: City Council Oct 5 and Oct 19, Planning Commission Oct 26

The Planning Commission agreed on specific regulations for shipping containers, including placement, color, and time limits. A public hearing for the Maddox Subdivision was postponed, and the July 27 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Postponed public hearing for Maddox Subdivision Final Plat
• Agreed that shipping containers placed less than 60 days will not be regulated
• Agreed that shipping containers placed longer than 60 days will be regulated by Accessory Structures code plus additional rules
• Agreed that shipping containers are not permitted to be stacked
• Agreed that containers on properties 1/2 acre or less must have a 10-foot front setback from the house and match the house color
• Agreed that containers on properties over 1/2 acre must have a 10-foot front setback and match house color, unless placed behind the house

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Final Plat request. The request is for a 2-lot subdivision located at approximately 4764 W 11200 N.

• Final Plat request for a 2-lot subdivision at 4764 W 11200 N

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider approving an updated long-range strategic plan and engaging a financial auditor to analyze future funding challenges. The board will also discuss its upcoming presentation to the City Council. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• Consider updated Strategic Plan with goals like replacing carpet/furniture, increasing collection to 50,000, and boosting card holders
• Discuss engaging a financial auditor (estimated $3,000) to project when expenses will exceed income
• Review draft City Council presentation for October 5, 2021
• Approve minutes from July 22 and August 26 meetings
• Director's report on summer programs and circulation

The Board approved a strategic plan for library growth and operations, later amending it to include funding research and a fine-free policy. The Board also voted to hire a financial auditor to review the Library Fund.

• Approved July 22 and August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved strategic plan (4-0)
• Approved hiring Fred Philpot to conduct a financial audit of the Library Fund (4-0)
• Amended strategic plan to include investigating alternative funding, a financial audit, and going fine-free (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session on Mountain Ridge Park followed by a regular session covering routine consent items, an ordinance on property disposal, a channel easement and reconstruction project, playground equipment for Highland Glen Park, and a discussion on open space fee funds. Most items are administrative or legislative actions, with no major policy debates expected.

• Purchase of a four-wheel drive vehicle for the Building Department
• Resolution updating personnel procedures and policies related to COVID-19
• Plat amendments for Ruby Estates and Pebble Lane Estates subdivisions
• Sale of 3,389 sq ft at 5445 W Pebble Lane to Eric Valgardson for $6,778
• Ordinance to streamline disposal of real public property process

The Highland City Council approved meeting minutes, vehicle purchases, COVID-19 personnel updates, plat amendments, real estate purchase contracts, and preliminary plat extensions. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the public property disposal process, approved a channel easement and reconstruction project for Dry Creek Highlands, and authorized staff to explore additional vendors and vandalism prevention for Highland Glen Park playground equipment. Additionally, the council discussed open space fund allocations and community center use.

• Approved consent items including August 17 minutes, vehicle purchase, COVID-19 personnel policy, plat amendments, and Canal Blvd purchase contract (5-0)
• Approved resolution updating personnel procedures and policies related to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat extension for Aberlour Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring 31,252 square feet of property surplus in Pheasant Hollow subdivision (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Municipal Code section 2.44.030 regarding the disposal of real public property (5-0)
• Approved Broadleaf Channel easement and reconstruction project for Dry Creek Highlands Phase 3 lot 308 and authorized bidding (5-0)
• Continued Highland Glen Park playground equipment purchase to explore other vendors and vandalism prevention (5-0)
• Convened a closed session to discuss litigation, real property, and individual competence (5-0)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for September 9, 2021, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted by this body on this date.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will hold a regular meeting on September 8, 2021, to consider surplus fire property, approve a bid for three 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors, and hear department reports. The board may also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation. The agenda includes routine items such as approving prior meeting minutes and introducing a new deputy fire chief.

• Consider purchase of 3 (three) 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors
• Review and act on list of surplus fire department property
• Approve minutes from May 26, June 17, and August 11, 2021 meetings
• Introduction of Deputy Fire Chief Jake Beck
• Possible closed session for pending or imminent litigation

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board approved two 4:0 motions: surplusing three Fire Department vehicles (a heavy rescue, a 2018 Ford F-150, and a 2017 Dodge 3500 ambulance) plus donating 1,200 feet of hose to Salem, and replacing three police vehicles with 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors including lighting and cameras. The board also approved prior meeting minutes from May 26, June 17, and August 11, 2021, with one correction. No closed session was held, and the meeting adjourned at 8:35 am.

• Approved surplus of 3 Fire Department vehicles and donation of 1,200 ft hose to Salem (4:0)
• Approved purchase of 3 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors with lighting and cameras (4:0)
• Approved minutes from May 26, June 17, and August 11, 2021 meetings (4:0), with correction to May 26 minutes
• Adjourned regular meeting unanimously at 8:35 am
• Did not convene in Closed Session

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a regular session with several action items, including approving a $523,160 bid for the Victor's View Gravity Sewer Project, purchasing three F-150 trucks for the city fleet, and deciding on using ARPA funds for Mountain Ridge Park. They will also hold a public hearing on vacating right-of-way in the Sienna Subdivision and discuss a minor amendment to the Ridgeview Planned Development District. The meeting includes presentations on the water situation, new staff introductions, and an update on Dry Creek Lake Park.

• Bid approval for Victor's View Gravity Sewer Project with Newman Construction for $523,160
• Purchase of three F-150 trucks for city fleet
• Public hearing on vacating 2,120 sq ft of right-of-way in Sienna Subdivision
• Consideration of ARPA funding for Mountain Ridge Park and state matching grant application
• Discussion of minor amendment to Ridgeview Planned Development District

The Highland City Council voted 5-0 to use the City's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to develop Mountain Ridge Park, and 5-0 to forgo the City's own application for a Utah State matching grant in order to support two Timpanogos Special Service District (TSSD) projects. The Council also approved a $523,160 bid from Newman Construction for the Victor's View Gravity Sewer Project (4-0, one abstention) and approved purchasing three F-150 trucks for the City fleet (5-0). A public hearing on vacating about 2,120 square feet of right-of-way in the Sienna Subdivision ended with a 5-0 approval. The Ridgeview Planned Development update was discussion only, with no action taken.

• Approved consent items 4a (meeting minutes) and 4b (Lynn Lonsdale to Library Board) (5-0)
• Approved $523,160 bid from Newman Construction for Victor's View Gravity Sewer Project (4-0, Ostler abstained)
• Approved purchase of three F-150 vehicles for the City fleet (5-0)
• Approved vacating about 2,120 sq ft of right-of-way in the Sienna Subdivision (5-0)
• Directed the Mayor to sign two letters of support for TSSD's ARPA matching grant applications (5-0)
• Approved using the City's ARPA funding to develop Mountain Ridge Park (5-0)
• Voted to forgo the City's own Utah State matching grant application and instead support TSSD projects (5-0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to introduce candidates for the Art Board and discuss fall events. Directors will report on programs including the Children's Choir, art classes, youth theatre, and art club. The meeting is open to the public.

• Introduction of Art Board candidates Kathy Handing, Phoebe Hall, and Nicole Bartholomew
• Presentation of fall events
• Director reports on Children's Choir, Art Classes, Youth Theatre, Art Club, and Graphics
• Discussion of ideas for next year's Art Show

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider amending its Physical Item Circulation Policy to specify acceptable proof of residency for library cards, responding to challenges faced by adults living with parents or friends. The board will also discuss appointing committees for the City Council annual report and strategic plan updates, and review a new board applicant. A closed session is scheduled to discuss an individual's character or competence.

• Proposed policy change to accept bank statements, utility bills, rental agreements, or postmarked mail as proof of residency
• Discussion on engaging a financial consultant
• Update on Cedar Hills proposal about paying for library cards
• Review of Lynn Lonsdale's application for a Library Board seat
• Appointment of ad hoc committees for City Council presentation and Strategic Plan review

The Highland City Public Library Board amended its Physical Item Circulation Policy so residents can obtain a library card with a government or school photo ID plus one proof of residence issued in the last 90 days (bank statement, utility bill, rental agreement, or canceled-postmark mail). The Board also created an ad hoc committee (Jessica Anderson, Edgar Tooley, Roger Dixon) to prepare its October 5, 2021 annual report to the City Council, and directed Director Donna Cardon to draft an updated strategic plan for the September board meeting. All motions passed unanimously by the six members present. Discussion items included a possible financial consultant study (estimated around $3,000) and a Cedar Hills proposal to pre-pay for library cards for its residents, on which no action was taken.

• Amended Physical Item Circulation Policy on proof of ID/residency (6-0)
• Established ad hoc committee of Jessica Anderson, Edgar Tooley, Roger Dixon for City Council presentation (6-0)
• Directed Donna Cardon to prepare draft updated strategic plan for September board meeting (6-0)
• Voted to convene in closed session on an individual's character, competence, or health (6-0)
• Voted to adjourn the meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council is meeting in a special session that consists solely of a closed session. The council may discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual, as well as pending or reasonably imminent litigation. No public action or decision is scheduled on the agenda.

• Closed session under Utah Code Annotated §52-4-205 for personnel and litigation matters

The Highland City Council met in a special session on August 25, 2021. The council voted to recess into a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real property matters before adjourning the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for August 24, 2021, has been cancelled. No items are listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Highland City Council will meet in special session to formally certify the official canvass returns from the August 10, 2021 primary municipal election. They will declare the four candidates with the highest vote counts—Scott L. Smith, Jerry Abbott, Colby Gibson, and Sarah D. Petersen—as nominees for the November 2, 2021 general election. The agenda contains only this single action item.

• Certify election canvass returns for 2021 primary municipal election
• Declare Scott L. Smith, Jerry Abbott, Colby Gibson, and Sarah D. Petersen as nominees for general election
• Vote totals: Smith 1,333, Abbott 1,191, Gibson 1,124, Petersen 750
• Voter turnout: 22.99% (2,784 ballots cast out of 12,109 registered voters)
• 56 mail ballots not accepted (40 past deadline, 9 signature mismatch, 7 unsigned)

The Highland City Council, acting as the Board of Canvassers, certified the results of the 2021 Primary Municipal Election. They officially nominated Scott L. Smith, Jerry Abbott, Colby Gibson, and Sarah D. Petersen to advance to the November 2, 2021, General Municipal Election.

• Certified 2021 Primary Municipal Election results (4-0)
• Nominated four candidates for the General Municipal Election (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a regular session with several administrative and legislative items. They will consider a purchase contract for a digital radar speed sign and trailer, funding for the Mitchell Hollow Trail, and discuss allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a text amendment to the Development Code regarding Guarantee of Performance, and consent items including a final plat for a 10-lot subdivision.

• Final Plat approval for Sunrise Farms Plat A, a 10-lot single-family subdivision at approximately 11241 N 6000 W
• Resolution to amend Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) fees
• Public hearing on text amendment to Chapter 6 Guarantee of Performance in the Development Code
• Purchase contract for a digital radar speed sign and trailer
• Funding request for Mitchell Hollow Trail in the Hollows Subdivision

The Highland City Council approved a $167,438 expenditure to construct a trail segment in the Hollows Subdivision and authorized the purchase of a digital radar speed sign and trailer for $5,899. The Council also approved a text amendment to the development code regarding performance guarantees and updated fees for stormwater pollution prevention plans. Additionally, the Council discussed potential projects for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and heard public comments regarding the local "Run Club."

• Approved $167,438 for Mitchell Hollow Trail construction (5-0)
• Approved $5,899 purchase of digital radar speed sign and trailer (5-0)
• Approved development code amendment for performance guarantees (5-0)
• Approved revised stormwater pollution prevention plan fees (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Tyler Standifird to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved consent items including July 20, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a meeting that consists solely of an on-site tour of two city facilities: the Public Works Shop at 4066 W 11000 N and the Community Center at 5378 W 10400 N. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Public Works Shop at 4066 W 11000 N
• Tour of Community Center at 5378 W 10400 N

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for August 12, 2021, at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board is holding a regular meeting with a single agenda item: a possible closed session to discuss an individual's character, competence, or health, and pending or imminent litigation, as allowed by Utah law. No other business is listed, so the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session authorized under Utah Code Annotated §52-4-205 for personnel and litigation matters

The board convened a regular meeting and voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and litigation. No other substantive actions were recorded before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss individual character, competence, health, and imminent litigation (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn closed session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn regular meeting (unanimous)

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting scheduled for August 4, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only cancellation notice and standard participation information, with no items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings and consider several administrative items, including a potential Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) tax on the 2021 ballot, a change order for road rehabilitation on Canal Boulevard, and the sale of public property. The agenda also includes plat approvals, a site plan for an office building, and a discussion on ARPA funding allocation.

• Resolution to place RAP tax on 2021 municipal ballot
• Change order with Black Forest Paving for ~1,000 ft Canal Blvd reconstruction
• Public hearing to sell 38,736 sq ft of public property in Pebble Lane Estates
• Condominium plat for 3 office buildings at ~11235 N Highland Blvd
• Site plan and conditional use permit for Building 'C' in Highland Business Park

The Highland City Council approved placing a 0.1% Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) sales tax question on the 2021 general municipal ballot. The Council also approved a road rehabilitation contract change order, a site plan and conditional use permit for Highland Business Park Building 'C', the surplus and sale of public property, and multiple subdivision plats and amendments. Additionally, the Council held discussions regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and park maintenance items.

• Approved meeting minutes, surplus property disposal, a road rehabilitation change order with Black Forest Paving, and Sunset Mountain Plat F (5-0)
• Approved site plan and conditional use permit for Highland Business Park Building 'C' with five stipulations (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with surplusing and selling 38,736 square feet of public property in Pebble Lane Estates (5-0)
• Approved Pebble Lane Estates Plat B amendment (5-0)
• Approved placing a 0.1% Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) tax on the 2021 general municipal ballot (5-0)
• Approved the Chase Subdivision minor final plat with four stipulations after a motion to reconsider (5-0)
• Approved The Hollow Subdivision plat amendment adding 1.53 acres (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 27, 2021, to receive comments on three items: a 1-lot subdivision request by Millhaven Development, a conditional use permit and site plan request by Patterson Development, and a staff-proposed amendment to the Development Code regarding bonding and performance guarantees for site improvements.

• Millhaven Development requests approval of The Chase Subdivision, a 1-lot subdivision at approximately 6481 W 10250 N
• Patterson Development requests a conditional use permit and site plan approval for a building at approximately 11235 N Highland Blvd
• Highland City Staff requests approval to amend Development Code sections on bonding and guarantee of performance for site improvements

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a 1-lot subdivision at 6418 West 10250 North and a conditional use permit for an office building at 11235 N Highland Blvd. Additionally, staff requested a text amendment to update the Development Code's Guarantee of Performance sections to align with Utah State Code.

• Minor subdivision final plat for Chase Lot at 6418 West 10250 North
• Site plan and conditional use permit for Highland Business Park – Building ‘C’ at 11235 N Highland Blvd
• Text amendment for Chapter 6 Guarantee of Performance in the Development Code
• Relocation of a City trail easement at the Chase Lot property

The Highland Planning Commission recommended approval of the Chase 1-lot subdivision at approximately 6418 West 10250 North, subject to three staff stipulations, on a 5:0 vote. It approved the architectural plans and recommended approval of the site plan and conditional use permit for Highland Business Park Building 'C' at approximately 11235 N Highland Blvd, each 5:0. The Commission also recommended approval of a Development Code text amendment on Guarantee of Performance, 5:0. All three items now go to the City Council, which makes the final decision.

• Recommended approval of Chase 1-lot subdivision at approx. 6418 West 10250 North with 3 stipulations (5:0)
• Approved architectural plans for Highland Business Park Building 'C' with 2 stipulations (5:0)
• Recommended approval of site plan and conditional use permit for Highland Business Park Building 'C' with 5 stipulations (5:0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to Chapter 6 Guarantee of Performance in the Development Code (5:0)
• Approved minutes of the June 22, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (all present in favor)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will elect officers for 2021-2022, consider a bylaw change to eliminate standing committees in favor of ad hoc committees, and discuss a proposal to eliminate library fines. The board will also discuss extending a feasibility study and prepare a presentation for the City Council.

• Elect Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2021-2022
• Proposed bylaw change to eliminate standing committees, appoint ad hoc committees as needed
• Discussion on going fine-free
• Discussion on extending feasibility study
• Prepare presentation for City Council

The Highland City Public Library Board approved June meeting minutes, elected Edgar Tooley as chair, Briawna Hugh as vice-chair, and Jessica Anderson as secretary, and amended its bylaws to remove all standing committees and add its 2021-2022 Foundation appointees. The Board also discussed, but did not decide, whether to stop charging overdue fines; the change would require City Council approval. The Director reported June circulation over 20,000 physical items, 162 new patrons, and over 1,500 summer reading participants.

• Approved June meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Edgar Tooley chair, Briawna Hugh vice-chair, Jessica Anderson secretary (4-0)
• Amended bylaws to remove all standing committees and add 2021-2022 Foundation appointees (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:18 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing on renewing the Urban Deer Control Plan for 2021-2024, review a resolution designating orphan properties for disposal, and consider consent items including a temporary construction easement for the Victor View Gravity Sewer line, a fire code amendment, and declaring surplus property in Pebble Lane Estates. Presentations will cover the Highland Fling, pressurized irrigation, and open space maintenance.

• Public hearing on Urban Deer Control Plan renewal (Aug 2021-Jul 2024)
• Resolution 2021-16: Designation of Orphan Properties for Disposal
• Agreement with Rodger & Mara Lyman for temporary construction easement (Victor View Gravity Sewer line)
• Ordinance to amend fire code and burn permit sections
• Declare 38,736 sq ft surplus in Pebble Lane Estates (Canal Boulevard right-of-way)

The Council approved Resolution 2021-16 to surplus nearly 3.8 acres of land across various neighborhoods for sale to adjacent homeowners. The Council also renewed the Urban Deer Control Plan through July 2024 and approved a temporary construction easement for the Victor View Gravity Sewer project.

• Approved Resolution 2021-16 to surplus property for 55 homeowners (5-0)
• Renewed Urban Deer Control Plan for August 2021 through July 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $13,000 temporary construction easement for Rodger and Mara Lyman (4-0)
• Approved Municipal Code amendment for fire codes and burn permits (4-0)
• Approved June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Declared 38,736 square feet of property surplus in Pebble Lane Estates (5-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a quorum notice for a candidate debate for the Highland Municipal Election. The meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2021, at 7:00 pm at the Highland City offices. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Municipal election candidate debate
• Quorum of City Council may attend
• Location: 5400 West Civic Center Drive, Highland, UT

City Council

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular business meeting. The City Council may attend a town hall meeting hosted by Congressman John Curtis at Highland City offices, followed by a 'Meet the Mayor' event. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Town hall meeting with Congressman John Curtis at 6:00 pm
• Meet the Mayor event immediately after the town hall
• Location: Highland City offices, 5400 West Civic Center Drive

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The regularly scheduled Lone Peak Public Safety District meeting for July 14, 2021 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for July 8, 2021, at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting scheduled for July 7, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only cancellation notice and standard administrative information.

• Meeting cancelled
• ADA accommodation contact: City Recorder at (801) 772-4505
• Electronic participation allowed for council members

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinance amendments to align with state laws, including accessory dwelling units (HB 82) and conditional use and parcel boundary procedures (HB 409). They will also consider a property purchase agreement with Gregory Rowe and a reimbursement agreement with Utah County for land at SR92 and North County Boulevard, plus a utility easement for the Victor View Gravity Sewer line. The meeting includes a work session with DR Horton and a discussion on playground equipment for Mountain Ridge.

• Public hearing: amend Section 3-624 Accessory Dwelling Unit to comply with House Bill 82
• Public hearing: amend Chapter 4 Conditional Use Procedure to comply with House Bill 409
• Public hearing: amend Development Code for parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, and plat amendments to comply with House Bill 409
• Property purchase agreement with Gregory Rowe and reimbursement agreement with Utah County for ±0.158 acres at SR92 and North County Boulevard
• Agreement with Workman Farms, LLC for perpetual utility easement for Victor View Gravity Sewer line

The Council approved three text amendments to the development code to align with state laws regarding accessory dwelling units, conditional uses, and parcel adjustments. It also authorized the purchase of a 0.158-acre property for right-of-way purposes and approved a utility easement for Workman Farms, LLC.

• Approved text amendment to Section 3-624 for Accessory Dwelling Units (5-0)
• Approved text amendment to Chapter 4 Conditional Use Procedure, requiring public hearings at both Planning Commission and City Council (5-0)
• Approved text amendment for parcel boundary, lot line, and plat adjustments (5-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for ± 0.158 acres from Gregory Rowe and reimbursement agreement with Utah County (5-0)
• Approved utility easement agreement with Workman Farms, LLC (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved reduction of Library Board seats to seven (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider recommending to the City Council that the number of board seats be reduced from nine to seven or six, due to three unfilled seats and light committee workloads. The board will also discuss recruitment for new members and hear reports from the director and Friends of the Library.

• Action item: Reduce Library Board size to 7 or 6 members (recommendation to City Council)
• Discussion: Recruitment for new board members
• Report: Director's report and Friends report
• Consent: Approve May 27 meeting minutes

The Highland City Public Library Board voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council reduce the number of board seats to seven and update the Operating Procedures document to reflect the change. The Board also voted 5-0 to have its Outreach Committee meet with Mayor Mann about reimbursement for Draper Suncrest neighborhood residents who use the Highland library. The Board approved the May 27 meeting minutes on consent. The library director reported the FY2022 budget was approved by the City Council and that two ARPA grants are coming in.

• Approved May 27 meeting minutes on consent (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council that Library Board seats be decreased to seven and Operating Procedures updated (5-0)
• Directed Outreach Committee to meet with Mayor Mann about Draper Suncrest neighborhood library card reimbursement (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold three public hearings to consider text amendments to the Development Code, aligning with state House Bills 409 and 82. These amendments address parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, plat amendments, accessory dwelling units, and conditional use procedures. The commission will take action on each item after the hearings.

• Public hearing on text amendment for parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, and plat amendments to comply with House Bill 409
• Public hearing on text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations to comply with House Bill 82
• Public hearing on text amendment to update Conditional Use Procedure in Chapter 4 to comply with House Bill 409
• Consent item: approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Highland Planning Commission recommended approval of three Development Code amendments, all by 4-0 votes, with four of eight commissioners absent. The changes would align city rules with House Bill 409 (parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, plat amendments, and conditional use procedures) and House Bill 82 (accessory dwelling units). The commission also approved the May 25, 2021 meeting minutes. No members of the public spoke at any of the three public hearings, and no correspondence was received.

• Approved May 25, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Development Code amendments on parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, and plat amendments for HB 409 consistency (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Section 3-624 Accessory Dwelling Unit amendment for HB 82 consistency (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 4 Conditional Use Procedure amendments for HB 409 consistency (4-0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss several proposed changes to the city's Development Code. These amendments aim to bring local regulations into consistency with State Code regarding land use and dwelling units.

• Amendments to parcel boundary adjustments, lot line adjustments, and plat amendments
• Amendment to Section 3-624 Accessory Dwelling Unit
• Amendments to several sections relating to Conditional Use permits

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board is meeting for a regular session, with the only listed action being a possible closed session to discuss an individual's character, professional competence, or physical or mental health, as permitted by Utah law. No other business items are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Utah Code §52-4-205 to discuss an individual's character, competence, or health

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board held a regular meeting and voted to recess into a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual. No other substantive decisions were made before the meeting adjourned.

• Recessed to closed session to discuss an individual's character or professional competence (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:55 am

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the final FY2020-2021 budget amendments, the FY2021-2022 budget, the FY2022 fee schedule, and the certified tax rate (no tax increase). They will also consider a $108,000 transfer from the Pressurized Irrigation Fund to the General Fund, approve a crack sealing contract, and adopt policies on orphan property disposal.

• Approve $56,666.70 crack sealing contract with Morgan Pavement
• Adopt FY2022 Fee Schedule
• Adopt Certified Tax Rate for FY2021-2022 (no tax increase)
• Transfer $108,000 from Pressurized Irrigation Fund to General Fund
• Adopt Orphan Property Disposal Policy and designate disposable parcels

The Highland City Council adopted the Orphan Property Disposal Policy and a resolution designating specific parcels as disposable, with conditions on surveys and trail easements. The Council also approved final amendments to the FY2020-2021 budget, a $108,000 interfund transfer from the Pressurized Irrigation Fund to the General Fund, the FY2022 fee schedule, the certified tax rate, and the final FY2021-2022 budget. All votes were 5-0. The meeting included a work session on open space and public hearings with no public comments.

• Adopted Orphan Property Disposal Policy (5-0)
• Adopted resolution designating specified parcels as disposable, with conditions: buyers pay 100% of survey costs, no asphalt trails sold, properties with Jordan Valley easements not sold (5-0)
• Approved consent item 4b: North County Boulevard right of way dedication (5-0)
• Approved consent item 4a: Crack sealing contract with Morgan Pavement (5-0)
• Adopted final amendments to FY2020-2021 budget (5-0)
• Authorized $108,000 interfund transfer from Pressurized Irrigation Fund to General Fund for FY2021-2022 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2022 Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted Certified Tax Rate for FY2021-2022: general operations 0.000975, library 0.000147, combined 0.001122 (5-0)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for June 10, 2021 at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Lone Peak Public Safety District on June 9, 2021 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to discuss restarting arts events, focusing on the Highland Fling and Art Show, and to receive training on open and public meetings. Directors will report on programs including the Children's Choir, Art Classes, Youth Theatre, and Art Club.

• Discussion of restarting Arts Council events
• Focus on Highland Fling and Art Show
• Training for open and public meetings
• Director reports on Children's Choir, Art Classes, Youth Theatre, Workshop, Art Club, and Graphics
• Next board meeting scheduled for July 7 at 6 pm at Community Center

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings on two Development Code amendments (noise in commercial zones, and sports/fitness uses), consider adopting an Orphan Property Disposal Policy and related ordinance, and discuss the State Auditor's Fraud Risk Assessment. Consent items include approving two road treatment contracts: $219,829.63 to Holbrook Asphalt Co. and $63,905.74 to Morgan Pavement. Presentations cover solid waste software, water update, legislative updates, and introduction of the new City Engineer.

• Contract with Holbrook Asphalt Co. for HA5 and Bonded Matrix road treatment, $219,829.63
• Contract with Morgan Pavement for ONYX sealant, $63,905.74
• Public hearing: Development Code amendment on noise in commercial zones
• Public hearing: Development Code amendment on sports/fitness uses in C-1, CR, and Town Center Overlay
• Adoption of Orphan Property Disposal Policy and related ordinance

The Highland City Council approved three consent items, including two road treatment contracts totaling $283,735.37, and passed a noise ordinance amendment for commercial zones. A proposed amendment clarifying sports and fitness center definitions failed 3-2, with Council Members Ball, Ostler, and Smith voting no. The council continued the Orphan Property Disposal Policy to a June 15 work session, adopted an ordinance simplifying disposal of orphan parcels, and approved a resolution setting orphan parcel values for 2021.

• Approved consent items including road contracts with Holbrook Asphalt Co. ($219,829.63) and Morgan Pavement ($63,905.74) (5-0)
• Approved text amendment on noise nuisances in commercial zones (5-0)
• Failed text amendment on sports and fitness center definitions in C-1, CR, and Town Center Overlay zones (3-2)
• Continued Orphan Property Disposal Policy to June 15 work session (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending municipal code for disposal of orphan property and repealing open space designation chapter (5-0)
• Approved resolution designating value of orphan parcels for 2021 (5-0)
• Recessed into closed session to discuss character, professional competence, or health of an individual (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will vote on the final FY2022 budget and a policy change allowing patrons with disabilities to request a longer initial loan period. The board will also hear reports from the director, a feasibility study, and the Friends of the Library, and discuss recruiting new members and staffing a booth at the Cedar Hills Family Fair.

• Approve final FY2022 budget with revenue of $388,140 and expenses of $362,748, leaving about $25,000 unallocated
• Amend Physical Item Circulation Policy to allow patrons with disabilities an extended initial loan period of up to six weeks
• Receive Director's Report on budget, grants, and programs
• Discuss new member recruitment and help at Cedar Hills Family Fair
• Approve minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting

The Board approved the final FY 2022 budget and adopted a circulation policy allowing disabled patrons to request extended checkout periods. The Board also assigned a committee to investigate the decrease in library card holders.

• Approved minutes from March 25, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved final FY 2022 Budget (5-0)
• Adopted circulation policy allowing disabled patrons extended checkouts up to six weeks (5-0)
• Assigned reports committee to investigate demographic impacts on library card holder decrease

City Council

The Highland City Council is giving notice that it may attend an open house hosted by D.R. Horton at the city offices. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda; it is a procedural notice of a possible quorum.

• Open house by D.R. Horton at 5400 West Civic Center Drive, Ste 1

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will hold public hearings and vote on final budget amendments for FY2020-2021 and adoption of the FY2021-2022 budget. They will also consider agreements for School Resource Officers with Alpine School District and participation in the Utah County Mobile Field Force. Discussions include wildland deployment plans and the annual fraud risk assessment.

• Public hearing and resolution for FY2020-2021 final budget amendments
• Public hearing and resolution for FY2021-2022 budget adoption
• Agreement with Alpine School District for School Resource Officers at Lone Peak High, Mountain Ridge Middle, and Timberline Middle schools
• Agreement with Utah County Chiefs of Police for Mobile Field Force Team participation
• Discussion of wildland deployment plan and fraud risk assessment report

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board adopted the FY2021 final budget amendments and the FY2022 budget. The FY2022 budget uses $13,555 in surplus revenue to reduce assessments to Alpine and Highland. The Board also approved agreements with Alpine School District for school resource officers and with the Utah County Chiefs of Police to participate in a Mobile Field Force Team. All votes were 4:0.

• Approved minutes for April 14 and April 28, 2021 (4:0)
• Adopted resolution for FY2021 final budget amendments (4:0)
• Adopted FY2022 budget using $13,555 surplus to reduce city assessments (4:0)
• Approved agreement with Alpine School District for school resource officers and authorized Chair to sign (4:0)
• Approved agreement to participate in Utah County Mutual Aid Mobile Field Force Team and authorized Chair to sign (4:0)
• Recessed into closed session to discuss character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual (4:0)
• Adjourned closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding two text amendments to the Development Code. One proposal addresses noise nuisances in commercial zones to align with the Municipal Code, and the other clarifies definitions for sports, fitness, and social dances in specific zones.

• Public hearing: Text amendment regarding noise nuisances in commercial zones
• Public hearing: Text amendment regarding sports, fitness, and social dances in C-1, CR, and Town Center Overlay zones
• Commissioner training on land use powers and duties

The Highland City Planning Commission recommended approval of two Development Code text amendments on May 25, 2021. One updates nuisance noise rules in commercial zones to match the municipal code, setting decibel limits by property type. The other clarifies definitions of sports and fitness centers and social dance facilities in the C-1, CR, and Town Center Overlay zones. Both recommendations passed 6-1, with Commissioner Tyler Standifird voting no; Commissioner Sherry Carruth was absent. The commission also approved the April 27, 2021 meeting minutes and adjourned at 8:29 PM.

• Recommended approval of Development Code amendment on nuisance noise in commercial zones (6-1, Standifird no)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 10 amendment clarifying sports/fitness centers and social dance facilities in C-1, CR, and Town Center Overlay zones (6-1, Standifird no)
• Approved April 27, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 25, 2021, to receive comments on two proposed amendments to the Development Code. The first amendment addresses noise nuisance in commercial zones, and the second clarifies definitions and permissible uses for sports, fitness, and social dances in the Town Center Overlay and CR Zone.

• Amend Development Code sections on noise nuisance in commercial zones
• Amend Chapter 10 Definitions in Development Code
• Clarify permissible uses in Town Center Overlay and CR Zone for sports, fitness, and social dances

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding culinary water rate increases and amendments to fence and hedge development codes. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2021-2022 budget, road rehabilitation projects, and a potential sales tax for recreation, arts, and parks.

• Public hearing on increasing culinary water rates effective July 1, 2021
• Proposed $252,193.56 contract with Eckles Paving for road patching
• Public hearing on amending Section 3-612 of the Development Code regarding fences, walls, and hedges
• Resolution to authorize the RAP tax process for the November 2021 ballot
• Discussion of the 2021-2022 Highland City tentative budget

The City Council approved a 30% increase to culinary water rates and adopted a text amendment to the development code regarding fences and retaining walls. The Council also authorized proceeding with a RAP tax ballot request and approved a road rehabilitation contract.

• Approved 30% increase to culinary water rates (5-0)
• Approved text amendment to Section 3-612 Fences, Walls, and Hedges (4-1)
• Approved Pressurized Irrigation and Annexation Agreement with Ron Peck (5-0)
• Approved resolution to place RAP tax on November 2021 ballot (5-0)
• Approved $686,701.45 road rehabilitation contract with Black Forest Paving (5-0)
• Approved $247,293.56 road preservation contract with Eckles Paving (4-0)
• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for May 13, 2021, has been cancelled.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The meeting of the Lone Peak Public Safety District scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2021, has been cancelled. No business was scheduled for discussion or decision.

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting set for May 5, 2021, at the Highland City Community Center has been cancelled. No business items were scheduled for discussion.

City Council

The City Council will consider the tentative 2021-2022 budget and a proposed sewer lining project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a property sale to WPI and a discussion on adding three full-time Public Works employees.

• 2021 Sewer Lining Project bid of $115,687 to Insituform
• Adoption of the tentative FY 2021-2022 City and Lone Peak Public Safety District budgets
• Preliminary Plat for Sunrise Farms, a 10-lot subdivision at 11241 N 6000 W
• Public hearing for the sale of 2,433 square feet of surplus property to WPI
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code Section 8.16.100 regarding noise and light nuisances

The Highland City Council approved a sewer lining bid, adopted the tentative fiscal year 2021-2022 budget along with Lone Peak Public Safety District assessments, and set the final budget adoption hearing for June 15, 2021. The council also approved a preliminary plat for Sunrise Farms, a property purchase agreement with WPI for a commercial retail building, noise and light nuisance code amendments, and funding for three new public works employees pending utility rate study approval.

• Approved $115,687 bid to Insituform for 2021 Sewer Lining Project (5-2)
• Adopted Tentative Highland City Budget for FY 2021-2022 and approved LPPSD assessment increase, setting June 15, 2021 for final adoption (5-0)
• Approved Sunrise Farms preliminary plat for a 10-lot subdivision with 3 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved purchase contract to sell 2,433 sq ft of property to WPI for $48,660 for a commercial retail building (5-0)
• Approved municipal code amendment for Section 8.16.100 Nuisances (Noise and Light) with construction noise allowed 7am-10pm (4-1)
• Authorized funding for three new public works employees subject to utility rate study approval (5-0)

Inclusivity Committee

The Inclusivity Committee meeting scheduled for May 4, 2021, and all future meetings have been cancelled until further notice.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider approval of the FY2021-2022 tentative budget. Members will also discuss results from a Wildland Deployment study and consider a memorandum of understanding with Alpine School District regarding School Resource Officers.

• Public hearing for FY2021-2022 tentative budget approval
• Discussion of Wildland Deployment assessment results
• Memorandum of Understanding for School Resource Officers at LPHS and two junior high schools
• Police Department report
• Fire Department report

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board approved the tentative FY2021-2022 budget by a 4-0 vote, which includes a roughly $100,000 increase in assessments split between Alpine and Highland. The board also discussed a new assessment of wildland fire deployment costs, noting significant revenue delays and staffing impacts. A proposed agreement to provide School Resource Officers to Alpine School District was tabled for consideration at the next meeting.

• Approved FY2021-2022 tentative budget (4-0)
• Tabled Alpine School District SRO agreement to next meeting (4-0)
• Discussed wildland deployment cost-benefit analysis
• Heard public comment on burn permit fees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new 10-lot subdivision and proposed changes to the city's fence, wall, and hedge regulations. The meeting also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Sunrise Farms 10-lot single family subdivision at 11241 N 6000 W
• Public hearing for text amendment to Section 3-612 regarding Fences, Walls, and Hedges
• Approval of March 23, 2021, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a 10-lot single family subdivision called Sunrise Farms. The commission also recommended amendments to the city development code regarding fences, walls, and hedges.

• Approved March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Sunrise Farms Preliminary Plat for 10-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Section 3-612 text amendment for Fences, Walls, and Hedges with modifications (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 10-lot subdivision. The commission will also consider a staff request to amend city fence, wall, and hedge regulations.

• Preliminary plat for a 10-lot subdivision at 11241 N 6000 W
• Amendment to Section 3-612 Fences, Walls, And Hedges

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Patterson Development. The request seeks to amend Section 3-623 Temporary Uses to allow temporary use permits within the Professional Office Zone.

• Public hearing for Patterson Development request to amend Section 3-623 Temporary Uses

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for April 22, 2021, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted by the board at this time.

City Council

The City Council will consider several subdivision plats and a retail site plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the establishment of a RAP tax and the status of the Park Maintenance Building.

• Public hearing for Highland Fields subdivision plat amendment (Lots 6 and 7)
• Site plan approval for retail building at 5513 West 11000 North
• Resolution to declare 2,433 square feet of property surplus for sale to WPI
• Ten Seven Hundred 42-lot attached single family subdivision final plat
• Discussion on establishing a RAP tax

The Council approved a retail site plan and a 3-lot subdivision for Highland Town Plaza West pad. They also approved a plat amendment for Highland Fields and a final plat for the 42-lot Ten Seven Hundred subdivision. A resolution was passed to declare 2,433 square feet of public property as surplus for potential sale.

• Approved Highland Fields Plat 'B' amendment (5-0)
• Approved Highland Town Plaza West pad site plan with 13 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution declaring 2,433 sq ft of public property surplus (4-1)
• Approved Highland Town Plaza Subdivision final plat (5-0)
• Approved Ten Seven Hundred final plat for 42-lot subdivision (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 16 and March 30, 2021 (5-0)

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will hold a regular meeting at Alpine City Hall. The agenda includes a potential closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or health of an individual.

• Closed session regarding individual character, competence, or health

Arts Council

The Arts Council is meeting to discuss the restart of various arts programs and events. Directors will provide reports on children's choir, art classes, youth theatre, and an upcoming workshop in June.

• Discussion regarding restarts for Arts Council events
• Director reports on Children's Choir, Art Classes, and Youth Theatre
• Discussion of a workshop scheduled for June
• Planning for an Art Show

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Board will review the proposed 2021-2022 fiscal year budget and a proposal to purchase optics for department rifles. The meeting also includes a potential closed session to discuss individual personnel matters.

• Proposal to purchase 27 EOTECH EXPS2 rifle optics for $12,007
• Review of the proposed 2021-2022 FY Budget
• Approval of March 10, 2021, meeting minutes

The Board authorized the purchase of 27 EOTECH EXPS2 optic sites for department rifles. The Board also reviewed the proposed 2021-2022 FY Budget and approved the March 10, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved $12,007 purchase of 27 rifle optics (3-0)
• Approved March 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recess into closed session (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session to discuss the results of a utility rate study. They will also discuss the proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. No final decisions or authorizations will be made during this session.

• Discussion of utility rate study results
• Discussion of proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget

The Highland City Council held a work session on April 13, 2021, to discuss a preliminary utility rate study and the proposed FY2021-2022 budget. No final decisions were made; work sessions do not include formal actions. The rate study recommended a 30% increase to culinary water base and usage rates, with no changes to sewer, storm, or pressurized irrigation rates. The budget discussion covered fund balances, new staff positions, capital projects, public safety costs, and potential future revenue measures. The council adjourned unanimously at 9:26 pm.

• No final decisions made; work session only
• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Inclusivity Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Highland City Inclusivity Committee for April 6, 2021, was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use and development items, including a $125,000 real estate purchase for an irrigation facility. The meeting also includes discussions on the upcoming municipal election, maternity leave policy amendments, and the 2021-2022 budget presentation.

• Purchase of 0.30 acres at 10058 North 6000 West for $125,000
• Rock Canyon Excavation contract for $61,354.00 for the 2021 Sump Replacement Project
• Highland Town Plaza Subdivision 3-lot subdivision request
• Mid-town Highland Marketplace Subdivision 7-lot subdivision request
• Declaration of 2,433 square feet of surplus property for commercial retail

The Highland City Council approved an interlocal agreement authorizing Utah County to administer the 2021 municipal election on a 4-1 vote, with Council Member Scott L. Smith voting no. The council also approved a development agreement with Millhaven Development LLC for public improvements tied to the Hollows Subdivision and authorized staff to finish construction drawings and bid Phase I of Mountain Ridge Park, both 5-0. Items on a Highland Town Plaza site plan, surplus property, and a minor subdivision were continued to April 20, 2021, and no action was taken on estimated costs for the Equestrian Property or the FY2021-2022 budget draft.

• Approved authorizing Utah County to administer the 2021 municipal election (4-1, Smith no)
• Approved consent items a, c, f, g, h in one motion (5-0)
• Approved amended maternity leave policy, Section 19.5 (5-0)
• Continued Highland Town Plaza site plan, surplus property, and minor subdivision items to April 20, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Cobblewood Estates Lots 6 and 7 amended plat with two staff stipulations (5-0)
• Approved development agreement with Millhaven Development LLC for Hollows Subdivision improvements (5-0)
• Authorized construction drawings and bidding for Mountain Ridge Park Phase I (5-0)
• Recessed into closed session to discuss an individual's character or competence (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board is meeting to consider the adoption of an Electronic Meeting Policy to formalize remote meeting procedures. The board will also receive a feasibility study report and discuss board member recertification.

• Adoption of Electronic Meeting Policy
• Feasibility Study Report
• Discussion of board team-building gestures

The Library Board approved a new electronic meeting policy to be included in its Operating Procedures. The board also approved the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted amended electronic meeting policy for Operating Procedures (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a 7-lot subdivision request by MNG Management LLC. The commission will also consider a site plan and architectural review for a retail building at 5513 W 11000 N.

• 7-lot Mid-town Highland Marketplace Subdivision at Alpine Highway and Timpanogos Highway
• Retail building site plan and architectural review at 5513 W 11000 N
• 3-lot Highland Town Plaza subdivision at 5513 W 11000 N

The Highland City Planning Commission recommended approval of the Highland Marketplace Preliminary/Final Plat, a 7-lot subdivision at the northwest corner of Alpine Highway and Timpanogos Highway, with three staff stipulations, on a 6:0 vote. The Commission also approved architectural plans for the Highland Town Plaza West pad at approximately 5513 W 11000 N (6:0) and recommended approval of its site plan with seven stipulations on a 5:1 vote, with Commissioner Mino Morgese opposed. It recommended approval of the related 3-lot Highland Town Plaza subdivision plat with four staff stipulations, 6:0. The Commission approved the February 23, 2021 meeting minutes and adjourned at 8:29 PM.

• Approved February 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Highland Marketplace Preliminary/Final Plat, 7-lot subdivision, with 3 staff stipulations (6:0)
• Approved architectural plans for Highland Town Plaza West pad with 2 staff stipulations (6:0)
• Recommended approval of Highland Town Plaza West pad site plan with 5 staff stipulations plus 2 added stipulations, including a west-side canopy and directional signage plan (5:1, Morgese opposed)
• Recommended approval of Highland Town Plaza 3-lot subdivision plat with 4 staff stipulations (6:0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 8:29 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a community center feasibility study and an overview of municipal election costs. The agenda also includes decisions on subdivision plat amendments, a no-build policy amendment, and the future alignment of Manor Drive.

• Community Center Feasibility Study Survey Report presentation
• Utah County Elections Office presentation on municipal election costs
• Public hearing for Canterbury Circle Plat C Lot 8 amendment
• Final Plat approval for 35-lot Beacon Hill the Highlands subdivision
• Amendment to Country French Subdivision no-build policy for pools and sport courts

After a long public hearing, the City Council decided the future alignment of Manor Drive. A motion to complete Manor Drive as a cul-de-sac failed for lack of a second, and a motion to continue the road north to Snowflake passed 4-1, with Council Member Scott L. Smith voting no. The council also approved a plat amendment, a 35-lot final plat, and a no-build policy change, and agreed to pursue a County-run 2021 election.

• Approved Manor Drive continue through north to Snowflake (4-1); cul-de-sac motion died for lack of a second
• Approved consent item 4a, Public Treasurer's Investment Fund access for Tyler Bahr and Candice Linford (5-0)
• Continued consent item 4b, Chamberry Fields open space agreement, to March 30, 2021
• Approved Canterbury Circle Plat C Lot 8 plat amendment with three stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Beacon Hill the Highlands Plat E Phases 1 & 2 final plat with seven stipulations (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Resolution No. R-2017-26 allowing structures up to 42 feet from rear property line (5-0)
• Council members supported a County-run 2021 municipal election; added to next meeting's consent agenda
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for March 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board will discuss a resolution to authorize Tyler Bahr and Candice Linford to access and transact with Public Treasurer’s Investment Fund (PTIF) accounts. The resolution also allows Stephannie Cottle to maintain her previous authorizations in a back-up capacity.

• Resolution: Public Trust Investment Fund (PTIF) account access
• Legislative updates from Fire Chief Reed Thompson and Police Chief Brian Gwilliam
• Approval of February 10, 2021, meeting minutes

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board voted 4:0 to authorize a resolution naming Tyler Bahr, Candice Linford, and Stephannie Cottle as authorized individuals on the district's Public Treasurer's Investment Fund (PTIF) account, following the retirement of District Treasurer Laurie Adams. The board also unanimously approved the minutes of its February 10, 2021 meeting. Most of the meeting was informational: annual open-meetings training and a legislative update on state bills affecting police, fire, and EMS. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution naming Tyler Bahr, Candice Linford, and Stephannie Cottle as authorized individuals on the district's PTIF account (4:0)
• Approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting scheduled for March 3, 2021, has been cancelled. All meetings for this council are cancelled until further notice due to Covid-19.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding storage facility leasing in the Professional Office Zone and changes to the Trails Master Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on park operating hours and a policy for disposing of orphan property.

• Public hearing: Leasing moving vehicles in storage facilities (Professional Office Zone)
• Public hearing: Reclassifying Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails
• Resolution: Amending Country French Subdivision no-build policy for pools and sport courts
• Ordinance: Changing park and cemetery hours from 5:00 am–11:00 pm to Dawn to Dusk
• Discussion: Policy for orphan property disposal and valuation

The Highland City Council approved a General Plan amendment reclassifying Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails, making future trail removals require public hearings. The Council also approved a text amendment allowing moving vehicles to be leased from storage facilities in the Professional Office Zone, and adopted an ordinance changing Highland Glen Park hours to dawn to dusk. A resolution amending the Country French Subdivision no-build policy was tabled to March 16 so staff can seek input from the Bull River HOA.

• Approved minutes of Feb 2 and Feb 16 meetings (5-0)
• Approved text amendment allowing moving-vehicle leasing in Professional Office Zone storage facilities (3-2; Ostler recused)
• Approved General Plan amendment reclassifying Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails (5-0)
• Tabled Country French no-build resolution to March 16 to seek Bull River HOA input (3-2)
• Adopted ordinance changing Highland Glen Park hours to dawn to dusk (5-0)
• Discussed orphan property disposal and valuation policy; no action taken

City Council

The Inclusivity Committee will review previous meeting minutes and follow up on several ongoing tasks. Discussion items include reports on library videos, meetings with the Mayor, and short-term service projects.

• Approval of 02/02/2021 meeting minutes
• Follow-up on library videos report
• Follow-up on meeting with the Mayor
• Discussion of long-term objectives
• Planning for short-term service projects

Inclusivity Committee

The committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review progress on several ongoing tasks. Discussion topics include reports on library videos, upcoming meetings with the Mayor, and short-term service projects.

• Approval of 02/02/2021 meeting minutes
• Follow-up on library videos report
• Report on meeting with the Mayor
• Discussion of long-term objectives
• Planning for short-term service projects

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting to discuss a migration to the Koha ILS and a preliminary FY2022 budget. Members are also reviewing a feasibility study report regarding future library spaces.

• Migration to Koha ILS
• Preliminary FY2022 budget discussion
• Feasibility Study Report
• Circulation Policy adjustment

The Board approved spending $8,800 to migrate the library's integrated library system to Koha. Members also approved a preliminary FY2022 budget and updated the circulation policy regarding collection agency processes.

• Approved $8,800 from FY 2021 budget for migration to Koha ILS (7-0)
• Approved preliminary FY2022 budget (7-0)
• Approved changes to physical items circulation policy Section III.J (7-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 19, 2020, Jan 7, 2021, and Jan 28, 2021 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a text amendment for storage facilities in the Professional Office Zone and a General Plan amendment for neighborhood trails. The commission will also discuss the use of shipping containers.

• Public hearing: Text amendment for storage facilities in the Professional Office Zone
• Public hearing: General Plan amendment to reclassify Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails
• Discussion: Use of shipping containers

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a General Plan amendment regarding trail classifications and a text amendment for storage facilities in the Professional Office Zone. The commission also discussed potential regulations for shipping containers in residential zones.

• Recommended approval of text amendment to allow storage facilities in the PO Zone to lease moving vehicles (5-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan amendment to reclassify Neighborhood Option Trails as Neighborhood Trails (5-0)
• Approved January 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the Development Code and the General Plan. The Commission will also discuss the use of shipping containers.

• Public hearing: Amendment to Section 3-4929 regarding storage facilities in the Professional Office Zone
• Public hearing: General Plan amendment to reclassify Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails
• Discussion regarding shipping containers
• Annual Open Public Meeting Training presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider three specific amendments to the Development Code and General Plan. These items involve vehicle storage rules, shipping container usage, and trail classifications.

• Development Code amendment to allow moving vehicles in Professional Office Zone storage facilities
• Development Code amendment to clarify shipping containers cannot be used as accessory buildings
• General Plan amendment to reclassify Neighborhood Option Trails to Neighborhood Trails

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session on February 23, 2021. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the sale of real property.

• Closed session regarding the sale of real property

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal for a future recreation/fitness center and consider several plat amendments for local subdivisions. The meeting also includes discussions on hiring a new Parks Department employee and approving a library management system contract.

• Presentation on a future recreation/fitness center proposal
• Public hearing for Highland Manor Estates plat amendment (11030 and 11060 N Manor Circle)
• Public hearing for Highland Meadow Estates plat amendment (5359 W Woodland Drive)
• Final plat approval for The Hollows, a 68-lot subdivision near 10250 N 6531 W
• Service bid approval for ByWater Solutions library management system

The Highland City Council approved the final plat for The Hollows, a 68-lot subdivision, with four staff stipulations plus a vegetation height restriction on lot 15, but without a required road connection to Madison Avenue. The council also approved a plat amendment for Highland Manor Estates, a plat amendment for Highland Meadow Estates, a pressurized irrigation connection request for Ron Peck with a condition to annex 6-8 lots, funding for a new parks employee and a retiring employee's replacement, and a service bid for a new library catalog system. All other items were procedural or informational.

• Approved The Hollows final plat (68 lots) with 4 staff stipulations plus vegetation height restriction on lot 15 (4-1, Ostler no)
• Approved Highland Manor Estates plat amendment to adjust lot line between lots 14 and 15 (5-0)
• Approved Highland Meadow Estates plat amendment to combine lots (5-0)
• Approved Ron Peck's request for two pressurized irrigation connections outside city limits, conditioned on bringing 6-8 lots into Highland upon development (4-1, Ostler no)
• Authorized funding for a new Public Works Operator I in parks and a replacement for retiring sprinkler repairperson (5-0)
• Approved service bid with ByWater Solutions for Koha library catalog system and authorized contract execution (5-0)
• Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for February 11, 2021, has been cancelled.

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Board will discuss the District's financial structure and prepare for the FY21/22 budget development. The discussion includes an overview of current assessment calculations and a proposed budget development calendar.

• Discussion of financial structure and FY21/22 budget process
• Review of assessment calculations for administration, police, and fire/EMS
• Proposed budget development calendar

The Lone Peak Public Safety District Board unanimously approved amended minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting. The session also included a discussion on the district's financial structure and the timeline for the FY21/22 budget, with no budget decisions made. Board members discussed the implications of the interlocal agreement, specifically regarding eminent domain powers and property tax limits.

• Approved amended meeting minutes for January 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several land development requests, including a 42-lot subdivision and commercial site plans. The agenda also includes discussions on a trail maintenance plan and the Mountain Ridge Park budget.

• Public hearing for CR Zone permitted use text amendment by MNG Management LLC
• Master site approval for five commercial buildings at Alpine Highway and Timpanogos Highway
• Preliminary Plat approval for Ten Seven Hundred 42-lot subdivision
• Contracts for Highland Fire Station kitchen countertop, dishwasher, and access control replacements
• Ordinance to repeal Section 4.12.050 Water Advisory Board

The City Council approved a text amendment for permitted uses in the CR Zone and authorized site plans for Highland Marketplace Phase 2 and Lone Peak Village Office 2. The council also approved a preliminary plat for the Ten Seven Hundred subdivision and funded fire station upgrades.

• Approved text amendment adding nail salons, pickup/return centers, and general retail/office to CR Zone (5-0)
• Approved Highland Marketplace Phase 2 site and architectural plans with nine stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Lone Peak Village Office 2 site plan with three stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Ten Seven Hundred preliminary plat for 42 residential and 2 commercial lots (4-1)
• Approved $8,048.50 for fire station countertops, dishwashers, and electronic door access (5-0)
• Approved ordinance repealing the Water Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes and Sunset Mountain Plat E minor subdivision (5-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council may attend a meeting with the Manor Drive neighborhood. No official action will be taken on any items during this session.

• Manor Drive Neighborhood Meeting

Inclusivity Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a new policy for electronic participation. Members will also follow up on long-term objectives and communications with Lone Peak.

• Approval of 01/05/2021 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion of long-term objectives
• Lone Peak Communication discussion
• Library video project follow-up

The Highland City Inclusivity Committee unanimously approved its 01/05/2021 meeting minutes and unanimously approved an electronic participation policy allowing members to attend meetings remotely via telecommunications media. The rest of the meeting covered discussion items, including long-term objectives, Lone Peak communication, a member's personal website, and service project follow-ups. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved 01/05/2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Electronic Participation Policy allowing remote participation by telecommunications (unanimous)

City Council

The Highland City Council may attend an Inclusivity Committee meeting held at the Lone Peak Police Department. This meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM on February 2, 2021.

• Inclusivity Committee Meeting at Lone Peak Police Department

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting electronically due to COVID-19 safety declarations. The agenda includes reports on a feasibility study survey and a discussion on how the Board can support the library.

• Feasibility Study Survey Report
• Discussion on supporting the Library
• Future discussion of FY 2022 budget

The Highland City Public Library Board met on January 28, 2021 via Zoom and took no action or policy items. Library Director Donna Cardon reported on library statistics, a winter reading program, and a possible switch of collection management companies from Sirsi to Koha to help fund about $11,000 in staff raises; she said the migration would need City Council approval. The Board also discussed early results of a community center feasibility survey and committee work, then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Adjourned the meeting (7-0, all members present voting yes)
• No action or policy items were decided; no consent agenda items
• No vote taken on the proposed switch from Sirsi to Koha or on staff raises; director said City Council approval would be required

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a text amendment to allow more flexible retail and office uses in the CR Zone. The meeting also includes reviews for several commercial site plans and subdivision approvals.

• Public hearing for CR Zone text amendment to allow nail salons, general retail, and pickup centers
• Site and architectural plan approval for six buildings at Highland Marketplace (5300 W 11000 N)
• Site plan and building height increase request for Lone Peak Village Office 2 (5457 W 11000 N)
• Minor subdivision approval for Sunset Mountain Plat E
• Preliminary Plat approval for Ten Seven Hundred 42-lot attached single family subdivision

The Planning Commission approved a text amendment for the CR zone and recommended approval for several site plans and subdivision plats. Commissioners also elected Jerry Abbott as Chairman and Mino Morgese as Vice Chairman. All items were approved with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved CR zone text amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Highland Marketplace Phase 2 site plan (6-0)
• Approved Lone Peak Village Office 2 height increase and architecture (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Lone Peak Village Office 2 site plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Sunset Mountain Plat E minor subdivision (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ten-Seven Hundred preliminary plat (6-0)
• Elected Jerry Abbott as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mino Morgese as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding two subdivision plat requests and a proposed change to the Development Code. The commission will receive public comments on these items during the meeting.

• Preliminary Plat for a 42-lot subdivision at 10786 N 5320 W
• Final Plat for a 1-lot subdivision at 11235 N Highland Blvd
• Development Code amendment to include 'general office' as a permitted use in the CR Zone

Lone Peak Public Safety District

The Board will review the FY19-20 audit report and consider mid-year budget adjustments for FY 20-21. Discussion items include new contracts for police tasers, a cardiac monitor, and an ambulance.

• Public hearing for FY 20-21 mid-year budget adjustments
• Contract with Axon Enterprises for police department taser replacement
• Purchase contract with Zoll Medical Corporation for a cardiac monitor
• Purchase contract with Professional Sales and Service, LC for a 2021 Type 1 ambulance
• Resolution regarding Tier 2 eligibility requirements

The Lone Peak Public Safety District board approved midyear budget amendments for police and fire, including an additional 1% salary increase pending approval from the City of Alpine. The board also approved a five-year contract with Axon Enterprises for police tasers, a cardiac monitor purchase from Zoll Medical, and a new 2021 Type 1 ambulance from Professional Sales and Service. A bereavement leave policy update was continued for rewording, and the board authorized a settlement agreement in the Quail Fire dispute.

• Approved FY2021 midyear budget amendments for police and fire, including additional 1% salary increase pending Alpine City approval (4-0)
• Approved five-year contract with Axon Enterprises for police taser replacement (4-0)
• Approved purchase contract with Zoll Medical for a cardiac monitor (4-0)
• Approved purchase contract with Professional Sales and Service for a 2021 Type 1 ambulance (4-0)
• Continued bereavement leave policy update to work with HR on clearer language (4-0)
• Approved Tier 2 eligibility requirements as proposed (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of November 18, 2020 (4-0)
• Authorized Nathan Crane or Shane Sorensen to sign settlement agreement for Quail Fire lawsuit (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting new impact fees and reviewing mid-year budget adjustments for fiscal year 2020-2021. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY2019-2020 audit report and several administrative construction contracts.

• Adoption of new impact fees
• Fiscal Year 2020-2021 mid-year budget adjustments
• Contract with Rhino Pumps for Culinary Well #2 and Well #3 improvements
• Contract with JLR Contractors for pressure irrigation pond improvements
• Contract with ID Electric for electrical modifications at irrigation pump stations

The Highland City Council approved new impact fees for transportation, culinary water, pressurized irrigation, parks and recreation, wastewater, and public safety following a public hearing. The Council also approved mid-year budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2020-2021, including $6,000 for traffic counters. Additionally, the Council ratified planning commission appointments and approved various construction and repair contracts.

• Approved planning commission appointments for Audrey Moore, Chris Howden, Mino Morgese, and Tyler Standifird (alternate) (5-0)
• Approved contract with Rhino Pumps for $110,864.06 for Culinary Well #2 and Well #3 repairs (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 4c, 4d, and 4e for pressure irrigation pond, electrical modification, and 11800 North split-case pump contracts (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance setting new impact fees based on the 12/22/2020 Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Analysis (5-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2020-2021 mid-year budget adjustments with a $6,000 addition for traffic counters (5-0)

Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission

The regular meeting of the Highland City Parks, Trails, and Tree Commission scheduled for January 14, 2021, has been cancelled.

Library Board

The Library Board is considering adjustments to the 2021 fiscal year budget to account for expenditure and revenue variances. The proposed changes include increasing funds for equipment, books, and programming using carryover funds from the previous year.

• FY 2021 budget adjustments totaling $29,217 in increased expenditures
• Equipment budget increase from $5,000 to $20,000 for a book drop, computers, and bookshelves
• Books/Materials budget increase from $25,000 to $30,000 for e-book purchases
• Programming budget increase from $8,500 to $10,500 for a Winter Reading Program
• Internal IT expenses increase from $2,470 to $5,000

The Board approved budget revisions to reconcile projected and actual expenditures, including the addition of over $36,000 in carryover funds. Members also discussed the enforcement of the collections policy and results of a city-wide staff wage market study.

• Approved FY 2021 budget adjustments (8-0)

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 6, 2021, has been cancelled. No business items were listed for discussion.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several land use items, including a 4.13-acre rezone and a 35-lot subdivision. The meeting also includes a review of a previous work session regarding proposed changes to municipal impact fees.

• Public hearing for 4.13-acre rezone at 4697 W 11200 N
• Preliminary plat approval for 35-lot Beacon Hill the Highlands subdivision
• Proposed annexation of 12 acres at 6100 W 12200 N
• Contract for Well #6 pump replacement with Rhino Pumps
• Contract for additional irrigation pond pump with Nickerson Company, Inc.

The City Council approved changes to the development review process, maintaining public hearings for preliminary plats at the Planning Commission level while eliminating the Development Review Committee. The Council also approved a text amendment to allow parks and public buildings as permitted uses in residential zones, provided they include public notification and open houses. Additionally, the Council continued a rezone request for further information and extended a moratorium on the disposal of open space property for four months.

• Approved 3-2 to extend American Towers ground lease
• Continued Kevin Yu rezone request (5-0)
• Approved Beacon Hill Plat M amendment (4-0)
• Approved development review process text amendment (5-0)
• Approved parks/public buildings as permitted uses (4-0)
• Approved Beacon Hill Plat E preliminary plat (5-0)
• Extended open space disposal moratorium by 4 months (5-0)

Inclusivity Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and undergo open meeting training. Members will also discuss long-term objectives, implicit bias surveys, and communication strategies for youth.

• Approval of 11/03/2020 meeting minutes
• Open Meeting Training with Stephannie Cottle
• Discussion of draft long-term objectives and key messages
• Follow-up on youth communication strategies and teacher discussions

The committee took no substantive policy actions, voting only to unanimously approve its previous meeting minutes from November 3, 2020. Members received required state open-meeting training and planned a future agenda item on online participation rules. The group also discussed potential outreach initiatives, including recording Black History Month book reflections for the library and hosting activities at the Highland Fling.

• Approved meeting minutes from November 3, 2020 (unanimous)

City Council

The Highland City Council notice indicates that a quorum of the council may attend the Inclusivity Committee Meeting. The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 pm at the Lone Peak Police Department Conference Room.

• Inclusivity Committee Meeting