Highland City public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on preliminary plat approval for the two-lot Vista Ridge subdivision. They will also consider text amendments to allow a drive-thru lane on Town Center Blvd and update lot combination zoning standards.

• Public hearing on Vista Ridge Subdivision Preliminary Plat approval
• Text amendment to allow pickup/drive-thru lane on Town Center Blvd for Town Center development
• Text amendment to update lot combination zoning standards

The Highland Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the two-lot Vista Ridge subdivision with five stipulations, including fire access and road dedication. It also recommended approval of two text amendments: one to allow a 25-foot maximum setback in the Town Center Commercial Retail District for a pick-up lane, and another to let the city treat combined lots as a single property for zoning purposes. All votes were unanimous, with one commissioner abstaining on the Vista Ridge item.

• Approved Vista Ridge Subdivision preliminary plat (5-0, Thayn abstained)
• Recommended approval of Town Center Commercial Retail District setback amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of lot combination zoning standards amendment (6-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider a sewer rate increase in response to Timpanogos Special Service District rate changes, an ordinance requiring fire sprinklers in large single-family homes, and several interlocal agreements, including one to donate $2,100 for homeless services. They will also discuss a new commercial building in Town Center and receive the 2024 resident survey and Q1 financial report.

• Resolution to increase sewer rates due to TSSD rate changes
• Ordinance to require fire sprinklers in single-family homes over 10,000 sq ft
• Interlocal agreement to donate $2,100 to Utah County for homeless services
• Amendment to school district interlocal agreement with five other cities
• Discussion of new commercial building south of Wendy's in Town Center

The Highland City Council approved a sewer rate increase using Scenario 3 rates, adopted an amendment to the school district interlocal agreement, and approved several other resolutions including a $2,100 donation for homeless services and a $66,331.50 irrigation assessment. The council also approved the library's long-range strategic plan and an ordinance requiring fire sprinklers in certain single-family homes. A request for secondary vehicle access to a city parking lot was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved sewer rate increase with Scenario 3 rates (5-0)
• Adopted first amendment to school district interlocal agreement (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Major Crimes Task Force interlocal agreement, extending to 2029 (5-0)
• Approved $2,100 donation to Utah County for homeless support services (5-0)
• Approved Highland City Library Long-Range Strategic Plan 2024-2029 (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance requiring fire sprinklers in certain single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved $66,331.50 payment for 2025 American Fork Irrigation Company assessment (5-0)
• Continued secondary vehicle access request for Corey Freeze to next meeting (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will meet to approve minutes, hear the director’s report, and act on policy and purchasing items including furniture, a library application policy, the 2025 meeting schedule, a fund study, and an additional storage unit. The board will also discuss a holiday party, a consortium report, and city council updates.

• Approve September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Furniture purchase
• Library application policy review
• 2025 meeting schedule adoption
• Fund study consideration

The Board approved several expenditures, including new furniture and a storage unit. It also updated the Physical Item Circulation Policy and established the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approved $23,516 furniture purchase from Modern Office (4-0)
• Approved amended Physical Item Circulation Policy (4-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved conducting Library fund study for $6,120 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Conex storage unit to be reimbursed by Friends of the Library (4-0)
• Approved 09.26.2024 minutes with minor corrections (4-0)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider amending the Planned Development (PD) zone to remove the requirement for commercial uses. They will also consider ordinances on cross-connection control and the Smith annexation, an interlocal agreement with Cedar Hills for building inspections, and discuss sewer rate increases, fire sprinkler requirements, and Fire Station driveway improvements.

• Public hearing on ordinance to remove commercial use requirement in PD zone
• Ordinance to implement Cross Connection Control Authority for backflow prevention
• Resolution for interlocal agreement with Cedar Hills for building inspection services
• Ordinance to update Smith annexation and consent to Lehi-Highland boundary
• Discussion on sewer rate increase due to TSSD rate changes

The Highland City Council approved amendments to the Development Code that remove the requirement for a commercial component in Planned Development (PD) zones, voting 3-2. The change is tied to a state moderate income housing strategy the City adopted; staff said failure to comply could risk $500-per-day fines and certain state transportation funds. The Council also continued a cross-connection/backflow ordinance for more research and approved an interlocal building-inspection agreement with Cedar Hills and a revised Smith annexation ordinance. No final vote was taken on sewer rate increases; staff will bring two options (scenarios 3 and 5) to the December 3 meeting.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 3, Article 5 of the Development Code removing the commercial requirement in PD zones (3-2; Bills, Campbell, Rodela yes; Cortney, Smith no)
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0)
• Continued the Cross Connection Control Authority Statement ordinance for more staff research (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Cedar Hills for mutual building inspection services and adopted the resolution (5-0)
• Adopted revised Smith annexation ordinance consenting to a Lehi-Highland boundary line adjustment and restarting the 60-day annexation window (5-0)
• Extended the meeting to 10:10 pm (5-0) and later to 10:20 pm (3-2; Bills and Smith no)
• Recessed into closed meeting to discuss personnel and real property matters (5-0); closed session adjourned at 11:17 pm
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 11:18 pm (unanimous)

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear director reports, and discuss updates on construction, the craft fair, and Christmas items. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion and report update on construction and craft fair
• Christmas items discussion
• Director reports: Children's Choir, Art Classes, Theater, Graphics/Website, City Requests, Quilting, Finance
• Next meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024 at 5:30 pm

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for October 24, 2024, has been cancelled. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance amendment to the Planned Development zone requirements. The amendment would remove the requirement that commercial uses be included within a Planned Development. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on ordinance to remove commercial-use requirement in Planned Development zones
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 24, 2024
• Unscheduled public appearances limited to three minutes per person

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 6-0 to recommend approval of amendments to the Highland Development Code that would remove the requirement for commercial uses in new planned developments (PDs). The recommendation includes modified language stating that commercial use is expected in all PDs and developers must justify any exclusion. The amendments are part of the city's moderate-income housing strategy and will go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PD commercial amendment with modified language (6-0)

Historical Society

The Highland Historical Society is meeting to discuss routine administrative and planning matters, including its bank account, the Highland Farmer's Market and Highland Fling events, volunteer recruitment, museum planning with Cynthia Gamble, and video interviews. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approval of minutes
• Discussion of Historical Society bank account
• Planning for Highland Farmer's Market and Highland Fling
• Museum planning meeting with Cynthia Gamble
• Discussion of video interviews

The Highland Historical Society approved the minutes of its 16 July 2024 meeting and voted unanimously to add three names — Claudia Sudweeks, Charlie Greenland and Brenda Thurgood — to the society's bank account, with two signatures required on each check. The rest of the meeting was discussion only: the Farmer's Market display, volunteer recruitment, a possible museum fundraising consultation with Cynthia Gamble, and unfinished video interviews. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the 16 July 2024 meeting as read (unanimous)
• Approved three authorized names on the HHS bank account — Claudia Sudweeks, Charlie Greenland and Brenda Thurgood — with two signatures required per check (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. (motion by Mark, seconded by Ray)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session on the 2025 sewer rate study, then a regular session with action items including three plat amendments, two construction contract awards, and a discussion on library consortium participation. The agenda also includes routine consent items and informational updates.

• 2025 Sewer Rate Fees Study with consultant Fred Philpot
• Plat amendment for Lot 312 Dry Creek to allow 14-foot street-side setback
• Plat amendment to combine Lots 4-5 and adjust boundary with Lot 6 in Hidden Oaks Plat B
• Award contract to Baker Construction for Hogs Hollow Drainage Project
• Award contract to Noland and Son Construction for PRV Vaults installation

The City Council reviewed a sewer rate study proposing a 60% rate increase in 2025 and 20% in 2026, but deferred action to seek additional options. The Council approved two plat amendments, awarded contracts for drainage and PRV projects, and continued a third plat amendment. No final decision was made on the sewer rate increase.

• Approved plat amendment for Lot 312 Dry Creek to allow 14-foot fence setback (5-0)
• Approved plat amendment combining Lots 4-5 Hidden Oaks Plat B and adjusting boundary (5-0)
• Continued plat amendment for Sunrise Farms-Dry Creek lot line adjustment to next meeting (5-0)
• Awarded Hogs Hollow Drainage Project to Baker Construction up to $36,792.80 (5-0)
• Awarded PRV vault project to Noland and Son Construction Co Inc up to $190,850 (4-1)
• Approved consent items including minutes from Sept 3 and Sept 17 meetings (5-0)

Development Administration Board

The Development Administration Board will consider a request from Ivory Homes for final plat and subdivision improvement plan approval for Ridgeview Plat L, a 29-lot subdivision on about 7 acres at 10000 North 5000 West. Staff recommends approval with three stipulations, including conformance with the September 10, 2024 plat and plans and addressing review comments. The board will take action on this single agenda item.

• Final plat approval for 29-lot subdivision (20 estate, 9 cottage lots) in Ridgeview Planned Development
• Subdivision improvement plans for roads, utilities, and drainage
• Temporary turnaround easement for fire access on Green Ash Lane
• Trail connection through Parcel A, HOA-owned and maintained
• Staff recommends approval with 3 stipulations

The Development Administration Board approved the final plat and subdivision improvement plans for Ridgeview Plat L, subject to three stipulations. Two changes were made to stipulation 3: crosswalk comments were resolved, and the applicant will use the same sump details as Ridgeview Plat K, updating the drainage report accordingly. The motion passed 4-0.

• Approved final plat and subdivision improvement plans for Ridgeview Plat L (4-0)
• Required applicant to use Ridgeview Plat K sump details for stipulation 3
• Required applicant to revise drainage report to reflect sump change
• Subject to approval of city engineer for all stipulations

Arts Council

The Highland City Arts Council is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a possible new board member, and receive updates on construction and various programs. Directors will report on the Children's Choir, art classes, theatre, craft fair, website, quilting, finance, and an art show. The next meeting is scheduled for November 6.

• Discussion of possible new board member
• Update on construction
• Director reports: Children's Choir, Art Classes, Theatre, Craft Fair, Graphics/website, Quilting, Finance, Art Show
• Next board meeting: November 6, 5:30 pm at Community Center

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing on a development code amendment creating a land use authority table to clarify which bodies review, recommend, approve, and hear appeals for land use applications. The council will also consider several action items, including a development agreement for a sidewalk and fence on 6000 West, a donation agreement for a baseball field, an annual fertilizer purchase, a land purchase from Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, and an interlocal agreement with Utah County for road resurfacing. Discussion items include the potential purchase of Flock cameras.

• Public hearing on ordinance to create land use authority table (Development Code update)
• Development agreement with Howdens for sidewalk and theme wall along 6000 West
• Land purchase agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for property at Alpine Highway and Town Center Blvd
• Interlocal agreement with Utah County for reimbursement of 6800 West resurfacing costs
• Discussion on purchase of Flock cameras (costs and locations)

The City Council approved and adopted amendments to the Highland Development Code creating a land use authority table, with five amendments including changing 'Attached' to 'Internal' Accessory Dwelling Unit and making the City Council the land use authority for architectural review. The Council also approved a development agreement with the Howdens for a sidewalk and fence along 6000 West, a naming agreement with the Christophersons for a baseball field, a land purchase agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, and a reimbursement interlocal agreement with Utah County for 6800 West resurfacing. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Development Code text amendment creating land use authority table (5-0)
• Approved development agreement with Howdens for sidewalk and fence along 6000 West (5-0)
• Approved Special Recognition and Naming Agreement with Christophersons for baseball field, 30-year naming rights (5-0)
• Approved land purchase agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for 1.053 acres at Alpine Highway and Town Center Blvd (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving interlocal agreement with Utah County for 6800 West micro surfacing reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved annual fertilizer order from Ewing for $74,888 (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will meet to consider adopting a long-range strategic plan for 2024-2029, which includes joining the Timpanogos Library Consortium, raising nonresident fees, and eliminating overdue fines. The board will also hear reports and discuss furniture selection, city council presentations, and updates on the Alpine Library and library fund study.

• Adopt 2024-2029 Long-Range Strategic Plan
• Join Timpanogos Library Consortium (April 2025)
• Raise nonresident fee from $70 to $90
• Eliminate overdue fines
• Replace library upholstered furniture (4 love seats, 1 couch, 2 benches, 6 chairs)

The Highland City Library Board approved the consent agenda, elected officers for 2025-2026, and assigned members to prepare a draft presentation for the City Council. The board also discussed cybersecurity, staffing shortages, and a potential budget reallocation, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Amy Brinton as chair, Kevin Tams as vice-chair, Jessica Anderson as secretary for 2025-2026 (unanimous)
• Assigned Amy Brinton and Kevin Tams to draft a presentation for the City Council, scheduled for November 18 at 6:00 p.m., and directed Karen Liu to contact Alpine and Cedar Hills for presentation times (unanimous)
• Moved next regular meeting to October 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

This is a notice of quorum stating that the Highland City Council may attend the Planning Commission meeting on September 24, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion, only procedural notice of possible attendance.

• Notice of quorum for Highland City Council at Planning Commission meeting

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two legislative items: a development agreement with the Howdens for a sidewalk and theme wall along 6000 West, and a text amendment to the Development Code creating a land use authority table. The commission will also approve the August 27 meeting minutes and hear unscheduled public comments.

• Public hearing on development agreement with Howdens for sidewalk and theme wall along 6000 West
• Public hearing on text amendment creating land use authority table in Development Code
• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Unscheduled public appearances limited to three minutes per person

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a development agreement allowing the Howdens to install a 4-foot sidewalk and fence along 6000 West at their own expense, with exceptions to standard requirements due to topography. The commission also recommended approval of a Land Use Authority table amendment to clarify review and approval processes for land use applications, with four specified changes. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Howden development agreement for sidewalk and fence along 6000 West (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Use Authority table amendment with four changes (7-0)
• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular decision-making meeting. The Highland City Council may attend the Highland City's Future: Community Visioning Open House at City Hall. No formal agenda items, votes, or discussions are listed.

• Community Visioning Open House at 5400 W Civic Center Drive, Highland, UT

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing and decide whether to annex approximately 1.125 acres at 7015 West 9600 North, requested by Shalynn Larson for Trent Smith. They will also consider a plat amendment to reconfigure four lots into three in Foxwood Estates, modify the Alpine Highway Fence Reimbursement Program, name a new park, and authorize a contract with DLS Consulting, Inc. for grant and legislative support.

• Public hearing and decision on annexation of 1.125 acres at 7015 West 9600 North
• Plat amendment for Foxwood Estates Lots 13-16 to reconfigure four lots into three
• Modification of Alpine Highway Fence Reimbursement Program and fence material selection
• Naming of new park at 5600 West 10400 North
• Contract authorization with DLS Consulting, Inc. for one-year grant and legislative support

City Council

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular business meeting. The Highland City Council may attend the Ridgeview Welcome Open House at Ridgeview Park, 4642 Elmfield Way, Highland, UT, on September 12, 2024, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

• Ridgeview Welcome Open House at Ridgeview Park, 4642 Elmfield Way

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a site tour at Mountain Ridge Park to review current and future park amenities, discuss funding issues, and recognize donors. This is a discussion-focused meeting with no formal decisions scheduled.

Arts Council

The Highland City Arts Council is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a possible new board member, and hear reports from directors on activities like the Children's Choir, art classes, theatre, craft fair, and website updates. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion and vote on possible new board member
• Children's Choir report by KeriLynn
• Art Classes report by Shauna
• Theatre report and winter play plans by Jordana
• Craft Fair update by Linda

The Highland Arts Council voted unanimously to add Becca Casswell and Susan Moss as new board members. The council also approved the July minutes and discussed upcoming events, including the craft fair, art classes, and a possible Art Walk in February. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to add Becca Casswell and Susan Moss as new board members (all in attendance voted yes)

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings on two development code text amendments required by state law (HB 476) and clarifying public improvement requirements for undeveloped lots. They will also consider adopting a $2,250 fee for engineering and civil plan review of site plans, approving a sewer camera and bypass pump purchase, and appointing a new City Engineer. Consent items include approving minutes and amending the personnel policy definition of alcohol.

• Public hearing on HB 476 development code update (water-wise notice, subdivision process, sidewalk assurances)
• Public hearing on building permit public improvements code update for undeveloped lots
• Resolution to adopt $2,250 site plan engineering and civil plan review fee
• Action to approve sewer bypass pump and camera purchase
• Appointment of Chris Trusty as City Engineer effective October 7, 2024

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed Development Code text amendments: one to align with state law HB 476 (covering water-wise landscaping notices, subdivision review procedures, and sidewalk bonding) and another to clarify public improvement requirements for building permits on undeveloped lots. The commission will also receive an informational update on the General Plan. No final action will be taken on the General Plan update.

• Public hearing on HB 476 amendments: water-wise landscaping notice, subdivision review procedures, sidewalk bonding
• Public hearing on building permit public improvements for undeveloped lots
• General Plan update (informational only)
• Consent item: approval of June 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended approval of amendments to the Development Code to align with state law HB 476 and to clarify public improvement requirements for undeveloped lots. Both recommendations passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Development Code amendments for HB 476 regarding water-wise notices, subdivision processes, and sidewalk bonding (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Code amendments to Chapters 10 and 11 regarding public improvements for undeveloped lots (7-0)

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for August 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

General

The Highland City Council is holding a special session on August 22, 2024, with the sole agenda item being a closed meeting to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual, as permitted by Utah Code. No other business is listed, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

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

City Council

The Highland City Council will vote on several action items, including an amended reimbursement agreement with Millhaven Development for increased costs of a pressure reducing valve and trail connection, modifications to the Alpine Highway Fence Reimbursement Program, and a contract with Skip Dunn & Sons Excavation for a culinary water main connection on 6400 West. They will also consider an ordinance on fencing setbacks for double-fronted lots and discuss a potential Verizon cell tower lease at Mitchell Hollow Park and personnel policy updates. The meeting includes consent items, public comments, and informational updates.

• Amended reimbursement agreement with Millhaven Development LLC for PRV and Canterbury trail connection
• Modify Alpine Highway Fence Reimbursement Program terms, materials, and contractor
• Contract with Skip Dunn & Sons Excavation for 10' culinary water main connection on 6400 West
• Ordinance amending fencing regulations for double-fronted lots
• Discussion on leasing Mitchell Hollow Park property to Verizon for a cell tower

City Council

The Highland City Council will consider several land use and administrative items, including a resolution to approve placing the proposed split of the Alpine School District on the ballot. The council will also weigh amendments to home occupation and fence codes, a zoning request for a residential facility for the disabled, and a small annexation. Additionally, they will consider campaign finance donation limits and approve vehicle purchases.

• Resolution to submit Alpine School District split to voters
• Ordinance to allow non-resident employees for home occupations on SR-92
• Zoning approval for Supportive Stay LLC residential facility for the disabled
• Annexation of 1.13 acres at 7015 W 9600 N
• Purchase of 3 F-150 pickups and 1 Transit Van for Public Works

City Council

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular decision-making agenda. It states that the Highland City Council may attend various events associated with the 2024 Highland Fling between Monday, July 29 and Saturday, August 3, 2024. No specific business items, votes, or discussions are listed.

• Notice of quorum for Highland City Council attendance at 2024 Highland Fling events

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will meet to elect officers for the 2024-2025 term and discuss adding a new substitute librarian position. The board will also consider joining the Timpanogos Library Cooperative, which would expand access to materials for patrons.

• Election of officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary) for 2024-2025 term
• Approval of a new substitute librarian staff position
• Consideration of joining the Timpanogos Library Cooperative (TLC) with American Fork and Pleasant Grove libraries
• Potential adoption of nonresident fee increase from $70 to $90
• Loss of overdue fines revenue offset by higher nonresident fees and expanded access

The Highland City Library Board voted unanimously to work with American Fork and Pleasant Grove libraries toward forming the Timpanogos Library Cooperative, which would involve a shared catalog, courier service, and reciprocal borrowing. The board also approved creating a substitute librarian position and elected new officers for 2024-2025. The May 2024 minutes were approved as amended.

• Approved May 2024 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Elected Amy Brinton as Chair, Kevin Tams as Vice-Chair, Jessica Anderson as Secretary for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Approved creation of substitute librarian position (5-0)
• Approved working with American Fork and Pleasant Grove libraries toward forming Timpanogos Library Cooperative (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Highland Planning Commission meeting on July 23, 2024, at Highland City Council Chambers has been cancelled. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings on creating a central school district from Alpine School District and on continuing the Urban Deer Program. They will also decide on several action items including speed tables on Canal Boulevard, a maintenance agreement with Ridgeview HOA, parking restrictions near Lone Peak High School, a plat amendment, right-of-way permit regulations, and an interlocal agreement with Draper City for building inspection services. Discussion items include campaign finance regulations and various informational updates.

• Public hearing on proposal to create a central school district (Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, Highland, Lehi)
• Public hearing and consideration of Urban Deer Program continuation
• Action on Canal Blvd speed tables based on study findings
• Agreement with Ridgeview Development HOA for landscape and snow maintenance
• Interlocal agreement with Draper City for building inspection services

Historical Society

The Highland Historical Society is meeting to discuss several ongoing initiatives, including the Highland Farmer's Market and Highland Fling, volunteer growth, educational opportunities, museum fundraising, digitizing records, and youth video interviews. The agenda is discussion-focused with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of Highland Farmer's Market and Highland Fling
• Volunteer recruitment for the society
• Museum fundraising efforts
• Digitizing historical records
• Youth video interview project

Arts Council

The Arts Council will review director reports regarding children's choir, art classes, and theatre plans. The meeting includes discussions on fundraising ideas, craft fair updates, and website improvements. The Chairman will also address facility maintenance and equipment needs at the Community Center.

• Plans for the art show at the Fling
• Fall children's theatre classes
• Purchase of 8 new tables, stage laminate, and a new upright piano
• Updates on the Craft Fair and website graphics
• Fundraising ideas and director reports

The council approved the minutes from the June meeting. Members provided status reports on various arts programs, including the youth summer musical theater and upcoming choir auditions.

• Approved June minutes

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding the first of two public hearings on a proposal to create a new 'central' school district from Alpine School District, covering Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, Highland, and Lehi. The council will also consider amendments to fence, swimming pool, and residential conditional use regulations, and take action on park improvements, road/trail work, a fence replacement program, and vehicle purchases. Several items are routine or informational, including library board reappointments and communication updates.

• Public hearing on creating a central school district from Alpine School District (Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, Highland, Lehi)
• Public hearing and ordinance on fence regulations for trail corridors, collector roads, and retaining walls
• Public hearing and ordinance on swimming pool regulation amendments (setbacks, fencing)
• Public hearing and ordinance on residential conditional use amendments
• Action on Mountain Ridge Park Phase 2 amenities (ninja course, stage foundation, baseball field maintenance building, security cameras)

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for June 27, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be discussed or decided at this time.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to swimming pool regulations and residential conditional use requirements. Proposed pool changes aim to consolidate codes, clarify setbacks, and align fencing requirements with current construction standards.

• Public hearing on swimming pool regulation amendments regarding setbacks and fencing
• Public hearing on residential conditional use amendments within residential zones
• Proposed repeal of individual zoning pool regulations (HDC 3-4111, 3-4211, 3-4261) to enact a single code (3-627)

The Highland Planning Commission recommended approval of amendments to swimming pool regulations, including reducing side and rear setbacks to five feet (but not within utility easements) and measuring setbacks to one foot from the inside pool wall. The commission also recommended approval of amendments to residential conditional use regulations that would exempt minor changes and accessory structures from conditional use permits, with a request to better define 'minor' and 'major'. Both items were legislative recommendations to the City Council; the commission also approved the May 28, 2024 meeting minutes and adjourned at 8:26 pm.

• Recommended approval of swimming pool regulation amendments, including 5-foot side/rear setbacks and measuring to one foot from inside pool wall (5-1)
• Recommended approval of residential conditional use amendments to exempt minor changes and accessory structures, with request to better define 'minor' and 'major' (6-0)
• Approved May 28, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fling Committee

The committee is meeting to coordinate details for upcoming Highland Fling events. Discussions include registration accuracy, t-shirt counts, and incorporating the Hometown Heroes theme.

• Review of Stride registration information
• Finalizing t-shirt counts for each event
• Review of Touriffic App accuracy
• Coordination of Highland City Youth Council assistance
• Review of Highland Fling Magazine pages

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: a presentation from Lewis Roberts Burningham on a Financial Feasibility Report regarding a possible school district creation involving Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, Highland, and Lehi. No decisions are scheduled; the item is a presentation only.

• Presentation of Financial Feasibility Report on possible school district creation involving Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, Highland, and Lehi

The Highland City Council held a special joint meeting with councils from Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, and Lehi to hear a financial feasibility study on creating a new Central School District. The study, presented by Lewis Roberts Burningham, projected general fund deficits but possible capital surpluses and potential tax savings. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational
• Heard financial feasibility study on proposed Central School District
• Discussed public comment rules for residents of other cities

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and the certified tax rate. Other key items include proposed fee schedule changes and updates to fencing regulations.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Certified Tax Rate
• New rates proposed in the FY2025 Fee Schedule
• Public hearing on fencing and retaining wall development code updates
• Purchase of MXU radios for the Culinary drinking water system

City Council

The Highland City Council will attend a site tour at several locations beginning at 6:00 pm. The agenda consists of scheduled visits to specific trails and parks.

• Site tour at Spring Creek (9900 North Mountain View Drive)
• Site tour at Freedom Elementary trail (10363 N 6680 W)
• Site tour at New Canterbury Trail (6580 W Avery Ave)
• Site tour at Mountain Ridge Park (5691 W 10400 N)

The Highland City Council held a site tour on June 11, 2024, visiting Spring Creek, Freedom Elementary trail, New Canterbury Trail, and Mountain Ridge Park. Staff and council members observed fence styles and discussed potential changes to fencing regulations. They also reviewed current and potential additional amenities for Mountain Ridge Park. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Site tour conducted at four locations
• Discussed potential changes in fencing regulations
• Discussed current and additional amenities for Mountain Ridge Park

Arts Council

The Highland Arts Council is meeting to approve minutes and hear reports from directors on children's choir, art classes, theatre, fundraising, craft fair, and website updates. They will also discuss plans for summer youth art camps, the art show at the Fling, adding laminate to the Community Center stage, the amphitheatre at the new park, and an update on the contract with TSO.

• Summer Youth Art Camps
• Art show at the Fling
• Laminate for stage at Community Center
• Amphitheatre at new park
• Contract update with TSO

The council discussed preparations for the upcoming art show, including a new essay and poetry contest. Members provided reports on art camps, youth theater, and the status of the council's 501c3. No formal votes on ordinances or contracts were recorded.

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session on the FY 2025 final budget, proposed garbage and recycling rate increases, and a city staff pay plan, followed by a regular session with action items including contracts for a park maintenance building, a pump station, and a trail design. The council will also consider a reimbursement agreement for Millhaven Development, updates to firework restrictions, and consent items including short-term rental code changes and FMLA policy updates. Discussion items include a fraud risk assessment and potential campaign finance regulations.

• FY 2025 final budget and proposed garbage/recycling rate increases
• Reimbursement agreement with Millhaven Development LLC for PRV and Canterbury trail connection
• Award construction contract to Complete Contracting Company for Parks Maintenance Building and Mountain Ridge Park shed
• Award contract to Nelson Brothers Construction for 6000 West pump station with traffic calming
• Resolution to update firework restricted areas

City Council

This notice serves as a quorum notice for the Highland City Council. The council may attend the grand opening of Little India Restaurant located at 11073 N Alpine Hwy.

• Grand opening of Little India Restaurant

Library Board

The Board will consider final FY 2024 budget adjustments and the proposed FY 2025 budget. Members will also discuss a potential collaboration with American Fork and Pleasant Grove libraries.

• FY 2024 budget adjustments with projected revenues of $427,928
• Proposed FY 2025 budget with projected revenues of $452,500
• Proposed library collaboration involving a shared catalog and book shuttling
• Discussion of increasing nonresident fees from $70 to $85
• Potential $25,000 capital outlay for new upholstered furniture

The Board approved budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024 and the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. Members also recommended the reappointment of two board members to the mayor. The Board discussed a potential collaboration with American Fork and Pleasant Grove libraries.

• Approved minutes from 04.25.2024 (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024 budget adjustments (6-0)
• Approved proposed FY 2025 budget (5-1)
• Recommended Amy Brinton (seat 4) and Lynn Lonsdale (seat 5) continue serving on the Board (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of amendments to the city's fence and retaining wall regulations (HDC 3-612). The changes aim to clarify existing rules and address enforcement issues, including height limits, placement, and permit requirements. The commission's recommendation will go to the City Council for final adoption.

• Public hearing on amendments to fence and retaining wall regulations (HDC 3-612)
• Proposal allows fence posts and monuments to exceed normal height by 6 inches
• Clarifies that fences must be on applicant's property unless neighbor gives written permission
• Allows 6-foot privacy fencing along short trail/open space corridors (200 feet or less)
• Revises retaining wall building permit requirements to align with current building code

The Planning Commission recommended approval of amendments to Section 3-612 of the Development Code. The proposed changes clarify definitions for retaining walls and update permit requirements to align with the international building code.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Development Code Section 3-612 amendments (6-1)
• Recommended allowing public and utility entities to use vinyl-dipped chain link fencing
• Recommended revising fence definition to exclude vegetation while requiring corridor clearing
• Recommended allowing fencing on side lot property lines along major collectors

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for May 23, 2024 has been cancelled and rescheduled for May 30, 2024. The agenda for the rescheduled meeting will be posted 24 hours before it occurs. No other business items are listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled from May 23 to May 30, 2024

Appeal Authority

The Highland City Appeal Authority will hold a variance hearing for Tyler Kukahiko, owner of 4035 West Shoreline Dr., who is requesting an eight-foot fence. The meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM in the City Council Chambers.

• Variance hearing for an eight-foot fence at 4035 West Shoreline Dr.

The Highland City Appeal Authority met to consider a variance request for an eight-foot fence at 4035 West Shoreline Dr. After discussion, it was determined the fence met city code, so no variance was needed. The applicant withdrew the application, and the meeting adjourned.

• Variance request for eight-foot fence at 4035 West Shoreline Dr. withdrawn after code compliance determined

City Council

The Council will consider ordinances to update park operating hours and campaign finance regulations. They will also discuss a potential grant program for the Alpine Highway fence and appoint a representative to a school district reorganization board.

• Ordinance: Adjustments to Park Hours Municipal Code Update
• Ordinance: Campaign Finance Regulations Municipal Code Update
• Action: Appointment of City Administrator Erin Wells to School District Reorganization Board
• Discussion: Alpine Highway Fence Replacement Program grant/reimbursement options
• Discussion: Conditional Use Permit Code Requirements

Appeal Authority

The Highland City Appeal Authority will hold a variance hearing for a proposed fence within the Sunrise Farms development, located generally at 11200 North 6000 West. The applicant, Andrew Patterson, representing Narwhal Homes, is seeking a variance. The meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024, at 2:00 PM.

• Variance hearing for a fence in Sunrise Farms (11200 North 6000 West)
• Applicant: Andrew Patterson representing Narwhal Homes

Appeal Officer Craig Call denied a request for a variance to allow an eight-foot fence at the Sunrise Farms development. The city opposed the request, stating that no hardship was shown and other developers have complied with the six-foot fence code.

• Denied variance request for eight-foot fence at 11200 North 6000 West

Appeal Authority

The Appeal Authority will meet on May 15, 2024, to conduct a variance hearing. The session will be led by Appeal Officer Craig Call.

• Variance hearing for a fence at 10282 N 5880 W for Kirk Ouimet

The Appeal Authority heard a variance request from Kirk Ouimet for a fence at 10282 N 5880 W, which was installed closer to the street than the 30-foot setback. After discussion, the officer indicated he was inclined to grant the variance, with a condition that the fence be treated as sidewalk fencing until a home is built, and that the variance would be void if lots are separated. No formal vote was recorded; the decision was stated as an inclination to grant.

• Granted variance for fence at 10282 N 5880 W (inclined, no formal vote)
• Condition: fence treated as sidewalk fencing until home built
• Condition: variance void if lots separated

City Council

The Highland City Council may attend the annual Resident Budget Meeting. No other specific business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Annual Resident Budget Meeting

Fling Committee

The Highland City Fling Committee is meeting to finalize details for the upcoming Highland Fling events, including registration, t-shirt counts, the Touriffic app, and the Hometown Heroes theme. They will also collect trophy information and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2024 meeting
• Review Stride registration information for each event
• Finalize t-shirt counts for each event
• Follow-up on Touriffic App
• Collect trophy information for a single order

City Council

The Highland City Council is giving notice that it may attend an information sharing session hosted by the Alpine School District regarding a possible reorganization or split of the school district. The meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2024, at the Alpine School District Office in American Fork. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Attendance at Alpine School District information session on district reorganization/split
• Meeting location: Alpine School District Office, 575 N 100 E, American Fork, UT

City Council

This notice states that a quorum of the Highland City Council may attend the annual City Open House at Highland City Hall. The agenda contains only this procedural notification with no other items for discussion or decision.

• City Council attendance at the annual City Open House

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. They will also decide on a conditional use permit for a church pavilion, a ninja course at Mountain Ridge Park, and several infrastructure agreements. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and action items, with some items only for discussion.

• Public hearing and resolution on FY 2024-2025 tentative budget
• Conditional use permit for LDS church pavilion
• Mountain Ridge Park ninja course location and trail relocation
• Prepayment to American Fork Irrigation Company for diversion structure reconstruction
• Dandi annexation of 2.56 acres at 6481 West 9600 North

Arts Council

The Highland City Arts Council is meeting on May 1, 2024, to discuss various programming and facilities. Topics include Summer Youth Art Camps, planning for the art show at the Fling, a proposal to add laminate to the Community Center stage, and plans for the amphitheatre at the new park. The agenda also includes director reports and updates on fundraising, the website, and finances.

• Proposal to add laminate to the stage at Community Center
• Plans for the Amphitheatre at the new park
• Summer Youth Art Camps planning
• Plans for the art show at the Fling

The Highland City Arts Council met on May 1, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes were taken. The council discussed upcoming events including the Farmer's Market (approved, running Thursdays 4-8 pm June through August), summer youth camps, an art show, and a new watercolor class. No formal decisions were made due to the absence of a quorum.

• Farmer's Market approved (no vote due to lack of quorum)
• Summer youth camps ongoing
• Art show plans progressing
• New watercolor class started (Monday evenings)
• Back room cleanup committee tentatively scheduled for June 6

City Council

This agenda is procedural boilerplate providing notice that a quorum of the Highland City Council may attend a neighborhood meeting for Mountain Ridge Park on April 30, 2024. No formal votes, ordinances, or policy decisions are scheduled on this notice.

• Neighborhood Meeting for Mountain Ridge Park on April 30, 2024

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2025 budget and options related to the Alpine School District realignment/split. No formal action will be taken on either item; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Highland City FY2025 budget
• Discussion of Alpine School District realignment/split options

The City Council held a work session to discuss the tentative Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. No formal actions were taken during the meeting. Final budget adoption is scheduled for June 18.

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a special meeting to hear a presentation on the feasibility of reconfiguring Alpine School District and to consider a resolution authorizing the mayor and staff to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement with other cities to create one or more new school districts. The resolution, if approved, would direct staff to file necessary paperwork with Utah County to initiate the process.

• Resolution No. 2024-_______ approving an interlocal cooperation agreement with Alpine, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Draper, and Lehi to create a new school district
• Feasibility study conducted by MGT Education for the proposed new school district
• New district would include portions of Draper City and unincorporated areas in north Utah County
• Voter approval required for the new school district creation

The Highland City Council held a special meeting to discuss the potential reconfiguration of the Alpine School District. After hearing a presentation from Council Member Bills and public comments, the council unanimously approved a resolution directing the mayor and staff to negotiate an interlocal agreement with five other cities to create a new school district. The resolution also includes submitting a request to the Utah County Clerk for the creation of the new district.

• Approved resolution to negotiate interlocal agreement for new school district (5-0)

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider adopting formal policies governing guest presenters, program sponsors, and criminal background checks for employees and volunteers. The background check policy is designed to comply with Utah H.B. 284. The board will also discuss a proposed collaboration involving Alpine's Children's Library and upcoming expiring board seats.

• Adoption of a Presenter/Sponsor Policy regulating guest lectures, commercial solicitation limits, and business sponsorships
• Approval of a Background Check Policy under Utah H.B. 284 for staff and volunteers with significant minor contact, estimated at $30 per check
• Discussion regarding a proposed library collaboration with Alpine's Children's Library
• Review of Library Board seats expiring this year

The Highland City Public Library Board approved two policies: a presenter/sponsor policy as amended and a criminal background check policy required by state law. Both passed with all six present members voting yes. The Board also discussed, but did not decide, a proposed collaboration with the Pleasant Grove and American Fork libraries that would share a catalog and shuttle books, and would require raising the nonresident fee from $70 to $85 and eliminating late fees. The Board noted it needs to consider at its next meeting whether to remove fines and raise nonresident fees in preparation for the merger.

• Approved presenter/sponsor policy as amended (6-0)
• Approved criminal background check policy as stated (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 03.28.2024 (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m. (5-0, after Lynn Lonsdale left)

Planning Commission

The Highland Planning Commission will hold a regular session and public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints pavilion. The agenda also includes a discussion introducing the General Plan consultant and holding a plan workshop with the City Council, alongside approval of past meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and recommendation on CU-24-01 Church Pavilion Conditional Use Permit

Planning Commission

This is a notice of quorum, indicating that the Highland City Council may attend the Planning Commission meeting on April 23, 2024. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision; it is purely procedural.

Historical Society

The Highland Historical Society is meeting to change its president and discuss community input on location options. Members will also talk about preserving local history through interviews, digitization, a museum, and grant funding, plus volunteer needs and committee assignments.

• Change of society president
• Community input on location options
• Collection and digitization project discussion
• Grants and funds for non-profit efforts
• Highland Fling servicemen and museum discussion

The Highland Historical Society held a routine meeting with no substantive policy decisions. Members unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes, accepted Claudia Sudweeks as the new president, and recognized Charlie Greenland as the society's historian. The group also discussed public meeting protocols, preservation ideas, volunteer needs, and the Highland Fling ad.

• Approved minutes of 18 January 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Claudia Sudweeks as President (unanimous)
• Recognized Charlie Greenland as Historian (unanimous)

Fling Committee

The Highland City Fling Committee will meet to discuss safety protocols and event planning for the upcoming Highland Fling. The committee will also receive updates on the Highland Fling Magazine and discuss incorporating the Hometown Heroes theme into event activities.

• Introduction of Sergeant Brett Wagstaff as police representative
• Discussion of safety issues for the Highland Fling
• Updates on individual Fling events and Hometown Heroes theme
• Submission of Highland Fling Magazine updates

The Highland Fling Committee approved its March minutes as amended, striking 'with the Fire Station' from a parade bullet point. The rest of the meeting was discussion and planning for the 2024 Fling, covering police presence, T-shirts, safety, the car show, Glow Run, entertainment, theme, and magazine logistics. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

• Approved March minutes as amended, removing 'with the Fire Station' from the parade section (unanimous)

City Council

The Highland City Council will meet to consider several administrative plat amendments and the tentative fiscal year 2024-2025 budget for the Lone Peak Public Safety District. The Council will also discuss potential contracts for park construction, trail maintenance, and road seal coating, as well as a proposal to form an Emergency Preparedness Committee.

• Public hearing and plat amendment for Peck Hollow Plat B Lot 2
• Plat amendment for Sunrise Farms Plat A Lots 103 & 104
• Plat amendment for Foxwood Estates Plat A Lots 17-19
• Approval of Lone Peak Public Safety District FY 2024-2025 Tentative Budget
• Contract award for 2024 Street Preservation (road seal coat) to Morgan Pavement

Development Administration Board

The Highland City Development Administration Board will meet to review the final plat and subdivision improvement plans for the proposed 20-lot Foxwood Estates project. The board will also vote on the approval of meeting minutes from March 14, 2024.

• Final plat approval for Foxwood Estates subdivision
• Subdivision improvement plans for 20-lot development at 10630 North 6400 West
• Approval of March 14, 2024, meeting minutes

The Development Administration Board approved the final plat and subdivision improvement plans for Foxwood Estates, a 20-lot development in the R-140 Zone. The approval is subject to five staff-recommended stipulations. The developer, Millhaven Homes, will manage a trail connection and install a pressure-reducing station for culinary water.

• Approved March 14, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved final plat and subdivision improvement plans for Foxwood Estates subject to 5 stipulations (5-0)

Appeal Authority

The Highland City Appeal Authority will hold a variance hearing for Shane and Alicia Westra regarding a backyard fence. The meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2024, at the City Council Chambers. The agenda lists only this single appeal item before adjournment.

• Variance hearing for Shane and Alicia Westra backyard fence

The Appeal Authority granted a variance to Shane and Alicia Westra for a backyard fence, reducing the required setback from 14 feet to the property line. The city did not oppose the request, noting the code was not intended for lots backing onto a cul-de-sac. No public comments were made, and the decision was announced at the hearing.

• Granted variance for backyard fence setback reduction (unanimous)
• No public comments received

Arts Council

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Highland City Arts Council for April 2, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business or agenda items are scheduled for this date.

• Meeting cancelled

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider adopting two policies: one governing outside presenters and sponsors, and another requiring background checks for employees and volunteers with significant contact with minors, as required by state law H.B. 284. The board will also discuss whether minors can check out a camera, ADA door installation, and a space wish list. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Presenter/Sponsorship Policy adoption
• Background Check Policy adoption (H.B. 284 compliance)
• Discussion: minors checking out camera
• Discussion: ADA doors
• Future agenda: FY 2025 Budget Approval

The Highland City Library Board approved the consent agenda and discussed several reports, including winter reading statistics and upcoming programs. The board voted to table both the Presenter Policy and the Background Check Policy to allow for revised drafts at the next meeting. It also decided that minors can check out the camera with parental permission, and discussed ADA door upgrades and a space wish list.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from 01.25.2024 (unanimous)
• Tabled Presenter Policy for revised draft (unanimous)
• Tabled Background Check Policy for revised draft (unanimous)
• Decided minors can check out camera with parent permission (discussion)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for March has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Fling Committee

The Highland City Fling Committee meets on March 20, 2024 to hold open-meetings training, introduce the 2024 theme "Highland's Hometown Heroes," and discuss how to incorporate that theme into the city's Fling events. The agenda lists a long roster of possible events, from a parade and car show to fireworks and a 5K, but does not state any decisions, votes, dollar amounts, or contracts. This is a discussion and planning meeting; no formal actions are listed beyond adjournment.

• Open and Public Meetings training led by City Recorder Stephannie Cottle
• Theme introduction: Highland's Hometown Heroes
• Discussion of incorporating the theme into events such as the parade, car show, fireworks, and Glow Run 5K
• Event list includes Antique Tractor Display, Art Show, Medallion Hunt, Highland Games/Strongman Competition, and Vendor Fair
• No votes, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda

The Highland Fling Committee met on March 20, 2024, but took no formal votes because a quorum was not present. The meeting focused on training, individual reports, and planning for the upcoming Fling, including entertainment, parade, and theme discussions. No action items were approved or denied.

• No votes taken due to lack of quorum
• Horseshoe competition moved to Friday (reported by Robin)
• Roy to order trophies, city to pay
• Kelli to arrange hotel rooms, airport pickup, and RV for band
• Robin to contact Chuck Boyak about veterans float
• Robin to arrange basket from Kneaders for harpists
• Vendor applications to open April 1st
• Parade registration to open April 1st via Stride

City Council

The City Council will consider a petition to annex 2.56 acres at 6481 West 9600 North and review several infrastructure and land use items. The meeting includes a work session on the FY 2025 Budget and discussions regarding residential frontage requirements.

• Dandi Annexation: Petition for 2.56 acres at 6481 West 9600 North
• 2024 Road Reconstruction: Awarding of contracts for the Road Preservation Project
• Alpine Highway Fence: Bid from Ultimate Aeration/Forever Landscaping for repairs
• Magnolia Estates: Reimbursement agreement for sewer main installation on Manor Drive
• Impact Fees: Estimated $59,519 for the Dandi annexation property

Development Administration Board

The Highland City Development Administration Board will hold a regular session to consider a request from developer Mike Hawkins to extend the final plat expiration date for the Hawks Landing subdivision to December 17, 2024. The board will take action on this item.

• Extension of final plat expiration for Hawks Landing subdivision to December 17, 2024

The Development Administration Board approved a request from Mike Hawkins, subdivider of Hawks Landing, to extend the final plat deadline to December 17, 2024. The extension is subject to all original conditions from the city council, plus new conditions requiring the irrigation easement along lots 1-3 to also be a public utility easement and adding a signature block for Lehi Irrigation. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved extension of Hawks Landing final plat to Dec 17, 2024 (4-0)
• Added condition: irrigation easement along lots 1-3 also designated as public utility easement
• Added condition: signature block for Lehi Irrigation on the plat

City Council

The Highland City Council may attend meetings hosted by the Alpine School District. These meetings concern the potential reorganization or split of the school district.

• Attendance at Elected Officials and City Leaders Meetings regarding school district reorganization

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold public hearings on amending the FY 2023-2024 budget and re-designating a portion of 4800 West from a 3-lane collector to a 5-lane arterial. They will also consider awarding a drainage improvement contract to Baker Construction and appointing Craig Call as Appeal Authority. Discussion items include Alpine Highway fence repair bids and forming an Emergency Preparedness Committee.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 mid-year budget adjustments
• Public hearing on general plan amendment for 4800 West between SR-92 and 11200 North
• Action to award 2024 Drainage Improvements to Baker Construction
• Action to appoint Craig Call as Highland City Appeal Authority
• Discussion on Alpine Highway fence repair bids

Arts Council

The Highland City Arts Council is meeting to approve minutes and discuss upcoming events and projects, including summer youth art camps, the art show at the Fling, adding laminate to the Community Center stage, and plans for the Amphitheatre at the new park. Directors will report on children's choir, art classes, theatre, fundraising, graphics/website, quilting, Easter Egg Hunt, and finance. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Summer Youth Art Camps planning
• Art show at the Fling
• Proposal to add laminate to stage at Community Center
• Plans for Amphitheatre at new park
• Children's Choir report by KeriLynn

The council approved the minutes from the October meeting with one correction. Members discussed planning for summer youth art camps, the Highland Fling art show, and upcoming Easter Egg Hunt crafts.

• Approved October meeting minutes (approved by Linda, seconded by Ellen)

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending an amendment to the city's general plan to re-designate a portion of 4800 W between SR-92 and 11200 North from a 3-lane major collector to a 5-lane arterial. The commission will also elect a 2024 chair and vice chair, swear in new alternate commissioners, and receive open meeting training. The agenda includes routine consent items such as approval of meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on General Plan Amendment to widen 4800 W between SR-92 and 11200 North to a 5-lane arterial
• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Swearing in of new Planning Commissioner Alternates Sherry Kramer and Wesley Warren
• Open and Public Meeting Training
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The Highland City Council issued a notice of quorum for the February 27, 2024, meeting. The agenda indicates that council members may attend the Planning Commission meeting.

• Notice of quorum for Planning Commission meeting attendance

Library Board

The regularly scheduled Library Board meeting for February 22, 2024 has been cancelled. Instead, the Library Board will attend State Library Board Training on February 21, 2024 at the American Fork Library. No business items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• State Library Board Training on Feb 21, 2024 at American Fork Library, 64 S 100 E, American Fork at 7:00 pm

Fling Committee

The Highland City Fling Committee is meeting to organize the 2024 Highland Fling, scheduled for July 29 through August 3. They will discuss the 'Hometown Heroes' theme, review the event schedule, and consider adding new events like cornhole, kickball, a coloring contest, and a Mario Kart tournament. Several event coordinator positions are still open, including Fireman's Spray & Water Games and Safety Coordinator.

• 2024 Highland Fling dates: July 29 - August 3
• Theme: Hometown Heroes
• Open positions: Fireman's Spray & Water Games, Safety Coordinator
• Proposed new events: Cornhole, Kickball, Coloring Page Contest, Mario Kart Tournament
• App-based audio tour presented by Brian Johnson with Tourific

City Council

The Highland City Council and Planning Commission may attend a neighborhood meeting to discuss traffic conditions near the intersection of Timpanogos Highway and North County Boulevard. The agenda contains only this notice of quorum and no other business items.

• Neighborhood meeting on traffic near Timpanogos Highway and North County Boulevard

Planning Commission

The Highland City Council and Planning Commission may attend a neighborhood meeting to discuss traffic conditions near the intersection of Timpanogos Highway and North County Boulevard. The agenda is limited to this notice of quorum and contains no other business items.

• Neighborhood meeting on traffic conditions at Timpanogos Highway and North County Boulevard

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative actions, including appointing new Planning Commissioners and approving an employment contract for the City Attorney. The Council will also discuss a proposed signage amendment for the Town Center Overlay.

• Ratification of Planning Commissioner reappointments for Jerry Abbott and Trent Thayn
• Appointment of Wesley Warren and Sherry Kramer to Alternate Commissioner seats
• Employment contract approval for Rob Patterson as City Attorney and Planning and Zoning Administrator
• Discussion of Town Center Overlay signage amendment near 5600 West and Town Center Boulevard

Arts Council

The Arts Council will discuss progress on plans for an art show at the Fling and a potential partnership with the Visual Arts Institute. Directors will also provide reports on the Children's Choir, theatre, and various community programs.

• Discussion of new art classes and Visual Arts Institute partnership
• Progress report on the art show at the Fling
• Director reports on Children's Choir and Theatre
• Discussion of fundraising ideas
• Website update regarding Linda Craft Graphics

The council reviewed budget needs and upcoming community events including theater, choir, and quilting activities. No formal votes on policy or funding were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 6, 2024, with several action items including approving a sewer lining project bid, purchasing a snowblower/lawnmower, and authorizing a water license agreement. The council will also discuss updates to the facility rental policy, Safe Routes to School funding, and a resolution on city-owned land sales prices. Discussion items include a tri-party agreement for Highland Boulevard improvements and a property de-annexation request.

• Approve bid from Insituform for 2,284 feet of 8-foot sewer liner at 5100 W. and 11100 N., plus 1,305 feet of 8-foot and 140 feet of 10-foot liner in Alpine Country Club area
• Purchase multi-use snowblower/lawnmower for Mountain Ridge Park and other areas
• Authorize license agreement with Provo River Water Users Association for 6000 West Pump Station connection
• Discuss updates to Facility Rental Policy
• Consider resolution designating value of orphan parcels and city-owned land for 2024

Debris Basin Administrative Board

The American Fork River Debris Basin Administrative Board will meet to approve meeting minutes, a change order for the debris basin outlet structure construction, invoices for payment, and the final 2024 budget. They will also discuss the progress of the outlet construction. The meeting is a regular session with action and discussion items.

• Approve minutes of January 11, 2023 meeting
• Approve change order for debris basin outlet structure construction
• Approve invoices including lunch invoice for Gretchen Homer and/or Highland City
• Review and approve final 2024 budget
• Debris basin outlet construction progress update

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: Mountain Ridge Park fundraising and next steps, road improvement options for 4800 West, and the timeline for two referendums on new alcohol laws. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of Mountain Ridge Park fundraising and completion
• Discussion of road improvement options at 4800 W
• Discussion of timeline for two alcohol law referendums
• Possible closed session per Utah Code 52-4-205

Library Board

The Highland City Library Board will consider a revision to the Physical Item Circulation Policy to allow collecting credit card information when checking out expensive items, such as a video camera. The board will also discuss establishing committees for background check and presenter policies, and review budget adjustments and training. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the director's report.

• Revision to Physical Item Circulation Policy to collect credit card info for expensive items
• Establish Background Check Policy Ad Hoc Committee
• Establish Presenter Policy Ad Hoc Committee
• Discussion of budget adjustments
• Discussion of Library Board training

The Board appointed members to two ad hoc committees to develop policies for background checks and presenters. The Board also voted to maintain the current Physical Item Circulation Policy without changes.

• Approved minutes from 10.25.2023 (6-0)
• Voted to keep Physical Item Circulation Policy as-is (6-0)
• Appointed Jessica Anderson and Kevin Tams to Background Check Policy Ad Hoc Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Amy Brinton, Lynn Lonsdale, and Wesley Warren to Presenter Policy Ad Hoc Committee (6-0)
• Decided to attend training with American Fork on February 21, 2024, in lieu of the February meeting

Planning Commission

The Highland City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider preliminary plat approval for Foxwood Estates, a 20-lot single-family subdivision in the R-1-40 zone at 10630 North 6400 West. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and may discuss city events and projects. This is the only public hearing for the subdivision, as final plats will be reviewed by the Development Administration Board.

• Public hearing for preliminary plat of Foxwood Estates, 20-lot subdivision at 10630 North 6400 West
• Staff recommends approval with stipulations including sewer slope revisions, drainage overflow paths, and dedication of Parcel A to the city
• Consent item: approval of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Commission may discuss future meetings and city projects

The Highland Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the Foxwood Estates subdivision, a 20-lot development in the R-1-40 Zone at 10630 North 6400 West, subject to 14 staff stipulations. The vote was 5:0, with Commissioners Jerry Abbott and Debra Maughan absent. The commission also approved the December 19, 2023 meeting minutes 5:0. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were public comments and informational updates.

• Approved Foxwood Estates 20-lot preliminary plat at 10630 North 6400 West with 14 stipulations (5:0)
• Approved December 19, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes (5:0)
• Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)

City Council

The Highland City Council is holding a budget retreat to discuss priorities for fiscal year 2025, with no formal action to be taken. The agenda also includes team-building and leadership activities. The meeting is primarily a discussion session rather than a decision-making meeting.

• Discussion of fiscal year 2025 budget priorities
• Team building and leadership skills activities
• No formal action will be taken on the budget

Historical Society

The Highland Historical Society is meeting to review minutes, discuss reorganization and goals, and hold nominations and elections for president and other officers. The agenda is mostly procedural, with member input as the only open discussion item.

• Election of president and other officers
• Discussion on reorganization and goals
• Review and approval of minutes
• Member input

The society approved the minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting. Members discussed reorganization, officer roles, and strategies to seek more support from the City Council. Formal elections for officers were tabled.

• Approved October 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled election of President and other officers

City Council

The Highland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to the municipal code regarding alcohol sales, as well as updates to the development code and design standards. They will also vote on a bid for sewer lining work and discuss a building use policy update. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and board appointments.

• Public hearing on alcohol sales municipal code amendment
• Approval of bid from Insituform for sewer lining: 2,284 ft of 8-inch liner near 5100 W. and 11100 N., and 1,305 ft of 8-inch plus 140 ft of 10-inch liner in Alpine Country Club area
• Final plat approval for Magnolia Estates, an 8-lot subdivision in R-1-40 Zone south of 4697 W. 11200 N.
• Resolution to designate value of city-owned land for 2024
• Authorizing expenditure for Highland Elementary Safe Routes to School project

City Council

This agenda is only a notice of quorum stating the Highland City Council may attend the Highland City Swearing In Ceremony. No decisions, discussions, or business items are listed. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Notice of quorum for Highland City Council
• Possible attendance at Highland City Swearing In Ceremony