Kanab public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss several public safety measures, including a Community Wildfire Preparedness Plan and structural improvements to the police station. The body will also consider a plat amendment for the Parker Subdivision and the purchase of a metal building for the Streets Department.

• Plat amendment for Parker Subdivision at 790 South 175 East to join six lots into two
• Purchase of an impact-fee-eligible metal building for Streets Department salt and equipment storage
• Structural support improvements at the Kanab City Police Station
• Adoption of the Community Wildfire Preparedness Plan for the Wildland Urban Interface
• Accounts payable vouchers totaling $1,744,444.23 across six dates from November 12 to December 9, 2025

The council approved a plat amendment that joins six lots into two in the Parker Subdivision. It also adopted amendments to the Ventana Public Infrastructure District governing documents and to the Fire Protection Agreement with Vermillion Cliffs SSD. A letter to the Lieutenant Governor’s Office clarifying Kanab’s inability to provide fire protection to the proposed Willow municipality was approved. Routine consent items and three commission appointments were also confirmed.

• Approved plat amendment for Parker Subdivision (six lots combined into two)
• Approved Resolution 12-1-25R amending the Ventana Public Infrastructure District governing documents
• Approved Resolution 12-2-25R amending the Fire Protection Agreement with Vermillion Cliffs SSD
• Approved sending a letter to the Lieutenant Governor’s Office about fire protection for Willow municipality
• Approved City Council minutes from November 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable vouchers totaling $2,319,473.23 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Marlee Swain and Kerry Glover to the Planning Commission and Robert Houston to the Western Kane County SSD (unanimous)
• Approved routine consent items (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve November minutes and receive reports on library operations. Discussions include a new hire, training, and the submission of the annual report.

• State of the Library report by JanaLee Peay
• Review of annual report submission
• Update on new hire Sammy
• Buckwheat lecture event on Dec. 10
• Friends of the Library silent auction update

The Library Board approved the minutes from the November meeting after a motion by Calli Kelly and a second by Lois Hook. No other actions were voted on or decided during the session.

• Approved November minutes (motion by Calli Kelly, seconded by Lois Hook)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a preliminary plat for the Wave Subdivision and legislative changes to the Wildland Urban Interface requirements. The body will also consider a plat amendment for the Parker Subdivision.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for the Wave Subdivision
• Plat amendment for Parker Subdivision (parcels K-365-2 through K-365-7) at 790 South 175 East
• Public hearing on text amendments for General Ordinance Section 10-600 and Land Use Ordinance Chapter 11 regarding Utah House Bill 48
• Discussion on subdivision improvements for minor subdivisions

City Council

The Kanab City Council will discuss and vote on several action items, including a minor subdivision of parcel K-17-19-Annex on HWY 89A, a resolution reviewing the November 4, 2025 municipal election returns, and the award of multiple RFPs. An ordinance amendment to Chapter 9‑Business Licenses is proposed to update special‑event regulations and permit for‑profit events citywide. Additional items include an RFP for airport pavement preservation and an acoustic assessment of the city sewer system.

• Subdivision of parcel K-17-19-Annex (approx. 850 S HWY 89A) into two commercial lots – Red Sands Geomatics/Bryant Reese
• Resolution canvassing November 4, 2025 municipal election returns
• Award of the Insurance Broker Services RFP
• Award of the Public Defender RFP
• Amendment to General Ordinance Chapter 9‑Business Licenses to allow for‑profit special events

The council approved a minor subdivision for parcel K-17-25-Annex, splitting a commercial lot into two parcels. It accepted the official canvass results of the November 4, 2025 municipal election. It selected GBS Benefits, Inc. as the city’s insurance broker for employee benefits, effective Jan 1 2026. All three actions passed with unanimous or unanimous‑like votes.

• Approved minor subdivision for parcel K-17-25-Annex (motion passed; votes: Colson Yes, Heaton Mayor Pro‑Tem, Corry Yes, Banks Yes, Chamberlain Yes)
• Approved official canvass results of the Nov 4 2025 municipal election (motion passed; votes: Colson Yes, Heaton Mayor Pro‑Tem, Corry Yes, Banks Yes, Chamberlain Yes)
• Approved selection of GBS Benefits, Inc. as city insurance broker (unanimous vote)
• Approved City Council minutes for Oct 14 and Oct 21 meetings (unanimous vote)
• Approved October accounts payable vouchers totaling $522,977.18 (unanimous vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will approve the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes, hold a public comment period, and conduct a public hearing to discuss and recommend a text amendment to the Land Use Ordinance (Chapter 17 Single Family Zones, Chapter 19 MH‑KCR Zone, and General Ordinance Section 13) concerning dog boarding parameters in residential areas. The commission will also discuss legislative changes for Wildland Urban Interface requirements under Utah House Bill 48 and consider improvements for minor subdivisions under the city’s Subdivision Ordinances.

• Public hearing to amend Land Use Ordinance Chapter 17, Chapter 19, and Section 13 on dog boarding requirements
• Discussion of new Wildland Urban Interface requirements per Utah House Bill 48
• Discussion of minor subdivision improvements under Kanab City Subdivision Ordinances
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 7, 2025
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve August minutes and receive reports on the state of the library. Discussions include a new hire, city leadership training, and the Koha Integrated Library System migration.

• Koha Integrated Library System migration
• Report on new hire
• City Leadership training
• Silent auction donations
• Friends of the Library report

The Library Board voted to approve the minutes from the October meeting. Calli Kelly made the motion and Megan Smith seconded it. The motion passed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October minutes (motion by Calli Kelly, seconded by Megan Smith)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the creation of the Hidden Canyon Public Infrastructure District. This district is proposed to finance public infrastructure for the Hidden Canyon Development.

• Proposed aggregate debt limit of $45,000,000.00 for the district
• Proposed Board of Trustees: Jim Guthrie (6-year term), Juli Grahm (4-year term), and Jared Grahm (6-year term)
• Proposed ability for the district to issue debt repayable via special assessments and other revenues
• Public hearing on whether the requested service is needed and if it should be provided by the City or the District

The council voted to adopt Resolution 10-2-25 R, establishing the Hidden Canyon Public Infrastructure District, approving its governing documents, and appointing a three‑member Board of Trustees. The motion passed with all present members voting yes. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 10-2-25 R creating Hidden Canyon PID, approving governing documents, and appointing Board of Trustees (Jim Guthrie 6‑yr, Juli Graham 4‑yr, Jared Graham 6‑yr) – motion passed
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous vote

City Council

The Kanab City Council will approve routine items such as September‑October accounts payable vouchers totaling $1,399,170.97 and adopt a resolution for the official city flag. Public hearings will consider amendments to the Business Licenses ordinance to permit for‑profit special events and to the Land Use ordinance to set dog‑boarding requirements in residential areas. Action items ready for vote include a zone change for parcel K-45-9 (322 E. 200 S.) from R‑1‑8 to RM, a letter approving emergency medical services under Kane County’s EMS RFP, and the city‑flag resolution. Additional discussion topics cover the Hidden Canyon Infrastructure District, the municipal airport capital‑improvement plan, 2026 city goals, a potential real‑estate exchange, and pending litigation.

• Approval of accounts payable vouchers: $720.00 (Sept 11), $176,346.39 (Sept 16), $135,884.53 (Sept 23), $38,254.37 (Sept 30), $1,048,965.41 (Oct 7)
• Public hearing: amendment to General Ordinance Chapter 9 (Business Licenses) to update special‑event regulations and allow for‑profit events
• Public hearing: amendment to Land Use Ordinance Section 13 (Police and Public Offenses) to establish dog‑boarding parameters for residential areas
• Action item: zone change of parcel K‑45‑9 at 322 E. 200 S. from R‑1‑8 (single‑family) to RM (multi‑family) – applicant Josh Beazer
• Action item: letter approving emergency medical services and patient transports pursuant to Kane County EMS RFP

The Kanab City Council approved an ordinance amending land use and general ordinances to allow and regulate dog boarding in residential zones (10-1-25 O), rezoned parcel K-45-9 from R-1-8 to RM for a two-family dwelling (10-2-25 O), authorized a letter of support selecting Kane County Hospital for EMS services, and adopted an official city flag (10-1-25 R). The council postponed a special events ordinance rewrite until November 18, 2025, and held a closed session for real estate and litigation discussions.

• Approved dog boarding ordinance 10-1-25 O (4-0, Chamberlain absent)
• Approved zone change for parcel K-45-9 to RM (4-0, Heaton recused, Chamberlain absent)
• Authorized letter of support for Kane County Hospital EMS (unanimous)
• Adopted city flag resolution 10-1-25 R (4-0, Chamberlain absent)
• Postponed special events ordinance to November 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including minutes and accounts payable (unanimous)
• Held closed session for real estate and litigation (unanimous)

Library Board

The Kanab City Library Board will approve the August meeting minutes and hear any public comments. Board members will receive reports on the State of the Library, staff training, and the Director’s Summit. The agenda includes discussion of the Koha Integrated Library System migration and updates from Friends of the Library. Several upcoming library events are also listed.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• State of the Library report by JanaLee Peay
• Koha Integrated Library System migration discussion
• Upcoming library events (Bats, Movie, Finance, Tween, Smoke Jumping)
• Friends of the Library update by Denise Fuhrmann

The Library Board approved the August minutes after Calli Kelly moved and Lois Hook seconded; all members voted in favor. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss a text amendment to the Land Use Ordinance concerning dog boarding requirements, a test amendment to the Business Licenses ordinance for special events, and an application to rezone parcel K-45-9 from single‑family (R-1-8) to multi‑family (RM). The meeting will also approve minutes from July 1 and September 2, 2025, and include a public comment period.

• Amend Land Use Ordinance Chapter 17 Single Family Zones, Chapter 19 MH‑KCR Zone and General Ordinance Section 13 to set dog boarding parameters.
• Amend General Ordinance Chapter 9 Business Licenses to address special events within city limits.
• Rezoning application for parcel K‑45‑9 (322 E 200 S) from R‑1‑8 (Single Family) to RM (Multi‑Family) – applicant: Josh Beazer.
• Approve meeting minutes from July 1, 2025 and September 2, 2025.
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker).

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve August minutes and receive a state of the library report from JanaLee Peay. The board is scheduled to conduct training on policies and review the Collection Development Policy.

• Review of Collection Development Policy
• State of the Library report by JanaLee Peay
• Friends of the Library report by Denise Fuhrmann

The board unanimously approved the August meeting minutes. The board also unanimously approved the library's Collections Development Policy. The minutes note that the recent Legends book sale has generated $600‑$700 so far, with an expected additional $200‑$300. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 pm.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Collections Development Policy (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a plat amendment at 600 E Kaneplex Road and updates to the Land Use Ordinance. The body will also vote on a zone change for the Cowboy Bunkhouse and a five-year agreement for police Taser devices.

• Proposed zone change for 220 West 300 North from Commercial (C3) to Multi-Family (RM)
• Five-year agreement with Axon for Taser 10 devices for Kanab City Police Department
• Public hearing for plat amendment at 600 E Kaneplex Road
• Approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $395,045.56
• Proposed ordinance updates to Land Use Ordinance Chapters 15, 9, and 6

The Kanab City Council approved a rezoning of parcel K‑C‑6‑1 from Commercial (C3) to Multi‑Family (RM). It also adopted several land‑use ordinance amendments, a business‑use classification process, and a five‑year agreement to purchase Axon Taser 10 devices. All motions were passed by the council.

• Approved plat amendment for Ventana Resort Village Phase 1 & 2 (K‑13‑1‑Utah‑Annex, K‑366‑44, K‑366‑CA2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 9-1-25 O establishing business‑use classification process
• Approved zone change for parcel K‑C‑6‑1 from C3 to RM
• Approved Ordinance No. 9-3-25 O amending Site Plan Review chapter
• Approved Ordinance No. 9-4-25 O amending Parking Requirements chapter
• Approved five‑year agreement with Axon for Taser 10 devices ($47,682.65 total)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will meet to decide on a plat amendment for the Ventana Resort Village and a conditional use permit for extended stays at J&J RV Park. It will also hold public hearings on proposed text amendments to the Land Use Ordinance for zones, site plans, and parking, as well as a zone change for a property at 220 West 300 North.

• Plat amendment for Ventana Resort Village phasing and boundary lines (Iron Rock Engineering)
• Conditional Use Permit for extended stays at J&J RV Park (Julie Allen)
• Text amendment to Land Use Ordinance Chapter 15 – Zones (Utah State Code update)
• Text amendment to Land Use Ordinance Chapter 9 – Site Plan Review (application process clarification)
• Zone change from C3 to RM for 220 West 300 North (Michael Lai, Cowboy Bunkhouse)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and recommend amendments to the city's Land Use Ordinance. The meeting focuses on modifying land use tables and clarifying the site plan review process.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 15 regarding the process to modify land use tables
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 9 to clarify the site plan review application and review process

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to elect and add new members, including Lois Hook and Michael Brundage. The board will also review a report on the state of the library and an addition to the internet policy.

• Election and addition of new board members
• Internet Policy Addition
• State of the Library report by JanaLee Peay
• CLEF Grant final report and recertification
• Review of new library hours

The board approved the addition of an Internet policy with a 7‑0 vote. New board members Lois Hook and Michael Brundage were welcomed and their leadership was approved. The June meeting minutes were approved, noting that the July meeting had been cancelled.

• Approved Internet policy addition (7-0)
• Approved new board members Lois Hook and Michael Brundage (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Kanab City Council will meet on August 12, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including the purchase of a street sweeper, updates to the consolidated fee schedule, and public hearings on plat amendments and easement vacations. The council will also discuss potential changes to parking regulations and the use of Infrastructure Financing Districts.

• Purchase of a street sweeper for $370,901 via Utah State Cooperative Contract
• Plat amendment for parcels at 312 W. Pipe Springs Dr, 334 W. Pipe Springs Dr, and 329 W. Johnson Dr
• Plat amendment and easement vacation for parcels at 1750 S. Lee Drive and 1782 S. Lee Drive
• Update to Kanab City Consolidated Fee Schedule and Subdivision Ordinance
• Discussion on amending Land Use Ordinance Chapter 6 – Parking

The Kanab City Council unanimously approved the purchase of nine vehicles for Police, Parks, and Public Works, costing $509,230. It also approved police body‑camera equipment without cloud storage, several plat amendments and an easement vacation, and adopted updates to the subdivision ordinance. Additional routine items such as the library board appointment and consent items were also approved unanimously.

• Approved purchase of nine fleet vehicles for Police, Parks, and Public Works ($509,230), unanimous vote
• Approved purchase of police body cameras without cloud storage, unanimous vote
• Approved plat amendment for Kanab Creek Ranchos Unit 2 (parcels 39‑1106, 39‑1107, 39‑1108, 39‑1148), unanimous vote
• Approved plat amendment for Kanab Creek Ranchos Unit 3 (parcels 65‑2096, 65‑2097, 65‑2098), unanimous vote
• Approved vacation of public utility easements for parcels 65‑2096, 65‑2097, 65‑2098, unanimous vote
• Adopted changes to the subdivision ordinance (Ordinance 8‑2‑25 O), unanimous vote
• Approved appointment of Michael Brundage to the Kanab Library Board, unanimous vote
• Approved consent items (minutes and accounts payable vouchers), unanimous vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several plat amendments and a site plan review. The body will hold public hearings regarding updates to the city's fee schedule, subdivision ordinance, and parking requirements.

• Plat amendment for boundary adjustment at 312 W Pipe Springs Dr, 334 W Pipe Springs Dr, and 329 W Johnson Dr
• Plat amendment to join three lots into two at 1750 S Lee Drive and 1782 S Lee Drive
• Site plan review for an accessory building at 48 N 200 W
• Public hearing on text amendments to the Consolidated Fee Schedule and Subdivision Ordinance
• Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance Chapter 6 regarding public parking space access

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several recommendations to the City Council, including two plat amendments, a site‑plan approval, and a vacation of public‑utility easements. It also recommended adopting text amendments to the subdivision ordinance. The parking‑requirements amendment was continued to the next meeting for further drafting.

• Recommended plat amendment for parcels 39-1106, 39-1107, 39-1108, 39-1148 to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended plat amendment to join parcels 65-2096, 65-2097, 65-2098 into two lots to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan for accessory building at 48 N 200 W (unanimous)
• Recommended vacation of public‑utility easements for parcels 65-2096, 65-2097, 65-2098 to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of subdivision ordinance Chapter 2A & 2B amendments to City Council (unanimous)
• Continued discussion of parking‑requirements ordinance amendment to next meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss the state of the library, including an internet policy addition and new operating hours. The board will also conduct elections for new board members.

• Election and addition of new board members
• Internet Policy Addition
• New library hours
• CLEF Grant final report and recertification

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a plat amendment and easement vacation for properties at 384 N. 200 E. The body will also consider purchasing a street sweeper and discuss amendments to parking and subdivision ordinances.

• Public hearing for plat amendment at 384 N. 200 E (Applicant: Iron Rock Engineering)
• Public hearing for easement vacation at 384 N. 200 E (Applicant: Iron Rock Engineering)
• Purchase of a street sweeper for the stormwater fund via competitive bid
• Proposed text amendments to Land Use Ordinance Chapter 6 regarding parking
• Proposed text amendments to Subdivision Ordinances Chapters 2A and 2B

The council approved the July 8 meeting minutes and several routine financial items. It appointed Lois Hook to the Kanab City Library Board, approved a plat amendment for three parcels in the Vermillion Heights and Kanawood subdivision, and adopted Ordinance 7‑1‑25 O to relocate a portion of a public utility easement. Finally, the council authorized the purchase of a street sweeper for the Stormwater Fund, not to exceed $375,000.

• Approved July 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable vouchers totaling $518,785.34 (unanimous)
• Appointed Lois Hook to the Kanab City Library Board (unanimous)
• Approved plat amendment for parcels U‑A‑1, K‑68‑25, K‑68‑15 (motion passed)
• Approved Ordinance 7‑1‑25 O to relocate a portion of easement for parcels U‑A‑1, K‑68‑25, K‑68‑15 (motion passed)
• Approved purchase of a street sweeper, not to exceed $375,000 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for the Kane County Office of Tourism and a plat amendment and easement vacation for parcels at 384 N 200 E. The body will also hold a work meeting to discuss text amendments for parking and subdivision ordinances.

• Site plan approval or denial for Kane County Office of Tourism at 78 S 100 E
• Plat amendment recommendation for parcels U-A-1, K-68-25 and K-68-15 at 384 N 200 E
• Easement vacation recommendation for parcels U-A-1, K-68-25 and K-68-15 at 384 N 200 E
• Proposed text amendment to Land Use Ordinance Chapter 6 regarding public parking on city easements and rights-of-way
• Proposed text amendment to Subdivision Ordinances Chapters 2A and 2B regarding boundary adjustments and plat amendments

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to approve the fiscal year 2026 budget, an amendment to the 2025 budget, and updates to the Consolidated Fee Schedule. The body will also vote on a fire protection agreement and a contract renewal for the City Manager.

• Public hearing for the fiscal year 2026 budget
• Public hearing for the Kanab City Consolidated Fee Schedule update
• Agreement with Kane County for fire protection for city water customers
• Impact fee exemption for the Kane County Hospital
• Authorization to bid work for the Jacob Hamblin Park Expansion

The council approved a year‑end amendment to the FY2025 budget and adopted the FY2026 budget. An ordinance updating the city’s Consolidated Fee Schedule was adopted. A one‑year fire‑protection agreement with Kane County was approved, and staff were authorized to solicit bids for the Jacob Hamblin Park expansion.

• Approved FY2025 budget amendment (Resolution 6-5-25 R) – motion passed
• Approved FY2026 budget (Resolution 6-6-25 R) – motion passed
• Adopted updated Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ordinance 6-6-25 O) – motion passed
• Approved fire protection agreement with Kane County (Resolution 6-7-25 R) – motion passed
• Authorized staff to solicit bids for Jacob Hamblin Park expansion – motion passed
• Approved City Council minutes from June 10, 2025 – unanimous vote

Library Board

The Library Board will receive reports on the state of the library and upcoming June events. The board will also discuss the spending of a CLEF Grant by June 30th.

• Writer’s Workshop on June 30th and July 1st
• Spending of CLEF Grant by June 30th
• Election and addition of new board members scheduled for July

The council approved a resolution amending the FY2025 budget and a separate resolution adopting the FY2026 budget. It also adopted an ordinance updating the Kanab City Consolidated Fee Schedule and approved a one‑year fire‑protection agreement with Kane County for water‑service customers. Finally, staff were authorized to solicit bids for the Jacob Hamblin Park expansion.

• Approved FY2025 budget amendment (Resolution 6-5-25 R) – motion passed
• Approved FY2026 budget (Resolution 6-6-25 R) – motion passed
• Adopted updated Consolidated Fee Schedule (Ordinance 6-6-25 O) – motion passed
• Approved fire protection agreement with Kane County (Resolution 6-7-25 R) – motion passed
• Authorized staff to request bids for Jacob Hamblin Park expansion – motion passed

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on employee compensation, a development agreement for parcel K-321-2, and easement vacations. The body is also deciding on the FY 2026 certified tax rate and contracts for fire department services.

• Public hearing on updating employee compensation and cost of living adjustments
• Proposed certified tax rate for fiscal year 2026
• Contracts with Vermillion Cliffs Special District and Best Friends Animal Society for fire services
• 90% park design for Jacob Hamblin Park Expansion and authorization for construction bids
• Easement vacations for 630 W Vance Dr and 765 E Cedar Circle

The council adopted Resolution 6-1-25 R, establishing a five‑year vehicle emergency response agreement with Kane County that includes $7,500 annual compensation for the fire department. It also approved Ordinance 6-1-25 O for a development agreement on parcel K‑321‑2, updates to the employee compensation schedule (Ordinance 6-2-25 O) and cost‑of‑living/merit adjustments (Ordinance 6-3-25 O). Additional actions included easement vacations for parcels 72‑431 and K‑193‑27/28, a plat amendment for the same parcels, and routine accounts payable vouchers, all passing with unanimous support from members present.

• Approved vehicle emergency response agreement with Kane County (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for parcel K‑321‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved compensation schedule amendment (2.4% COLA) (unanimous)
• Approved cost‑of‑living and merit adjustments for statutory officers (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of easement for parcel 72‑431 (630 W Vance Dr.) (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of easements for parcels K‑193‑27 & K‑193‑28 (765 E Cedar Circle) (unanimous)
• Approved plat amendment adjusting lot line for parcels K‑193‑27 & K‑193‑28 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable vouchers totaling $709,539.49 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for the Hidden Canyon Subdivision. The commission will also consider recommendations to the City Council for easement vacations and a development agreement amendment.

• Public hearing for Hidden Canyon Subdivision, Phase 5 & 8 preliminary plat at 1600 E HWY 89
• Plat amendment for parcels K-193-27 and K-193-28 at 765 E Cedar Circle
• Easement vacation for parcels K-193-27 and K-193-28 at 765 E Cedar Circle
• Easement vacation for parcel 72-431 at 630 W Vance Dr.
• Development agreement amendment for parcel K-321-2

The commission unanimously approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved positive recommendations to the City Council for a plat amendment on parcels K-193-27 and K-193-28, for the preliminary plat of Hidden Canyon Subdivision phases 5 and 8, for vacation of public utility easements on parcels K-193-27/K-193-28 and 72-431, and for a development agreement allowing a gravity‑fed sewer system on parcel K-321-2.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for plat amendment of parcels K-193-27 & K-193-28
• Approved recommendation to City Council for preliminary plat phases 5 & 8 of Hidden Canyon Subdivision
• Approved recommendation to City Council for vacation of easement for parcels K-193-27 & K-193-28
• Approved recommendation to City Council for vacation of easement for parcel 72-431
• Approved recommendation to City Council for development agreement allowing gravity‑fed sewer on parcel K-321-2

City Council

The City Council is holding a joint work meeting with the Kane County Commission. The body will discuss a fire protection agreement with the Vermillion Cliffs Special Service District and a vehicle emergency response agreement with Kane County.

• Fire Protection Agreement with Vermillion Cliffs SSD featuring a base fee of 0.00135 of certified taxable value
• Proposed residential fire service fee of $2,725.64 per unit for new development
• Proposed commercial fire service fee of $3.26 per square foot for new development
• Vehicle Emergency Response Agreement and Logistics between Kanab City and Kane County
• Potential $50,000 annual City contribution to the SSD fire apparatus fund if 10 certified volunteers are maintained

The council and county commission reached consensus to add a termination clause, a $900 fee per new residential unit, and a $50,000 annual contribution to the Restricted Apparatus Fund in the Fire Protection Agreement with the Vermillion Cliffs Special Service District. They also agreed to define firefighting services and set a $7,500 yearly payment from the county in the Vehicle Emergency Response Agreement. Both motions to adjourn were passed unanimously.

• Amended Fire Protection Agreement to allow district termination after two years under specified conditions (consensus)
• Added $900 fee per new residential unit to Fire Protection Agreement (consensus)
• Added $50,000 annual city contribution to district's Restricted Apparatus Fund in Fire Protection Agreement (consensus)
• Defined firefighting services in Vehicle Emergency Response Agreement (consensus)
• Set $7,500 annual county payment for firefighting services in Vehicle Emergency Response Agreement (consensus)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (vote 5-0)
• Second motion to adjourn passed unanimously (vote 5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the tentative budget for the next fiscal year and amend a development agreement for the Ventana Resort Village. The body will also vote on airport construction bids and land use ordinances.

• Public hearing for tentative budget for fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
• Amendment to Development Agreement for Ventana Resort Village at 600 E. Kaneplex Dr.
• Bid award for Kanab Municipal Airport apron construction and runway replacement
• Preliminary plat for Hidden Canyon Subdivision (Phases 1, 2, 3, 4, and 14) at 1600 E. HWY 89
• Ordinance designating restricted areas for fireworks discharge

The council approved several items, including the award of a $2,531,565.94 contract for airport apron and runway work, adoption of the FY2025‑2026 tentative budget, and amendments to the development agreement for Ventana Resort Village. It also approved preliminary and minor subdivision plans and updated the commercial‑zone land‑use ordinance. All motions passed, most unanimously.

• Approved consent items (April 8 minutes; vouchers $73,377.82, $432,265.85, $59,147.89) – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Ventana Resort Village development agreement (Ordinance 5‑1‑25 O) – unanimous (Heaton recused)
• Adopted tentative FY2025‑2026 budget and set public hearing for June 24, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved preliminary plat for Hidden Canyon Subdivision phases 1‑4 & 14 – unanimous
• Approved minor subdivision of parcel K‑17‑25‑Annex – unanimous
• Approved amendments to Land Use Ordinance Chapter 20 (Ordinance 5‑2‑25 O) – passed 3‑2
• Awarded airport apron and runway project contract to Advanced Construction & Design, LLC for $2,531,565.94, contingent on FAA/UDOT funding – unanimous

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve April minutes and receive reports on library operations. Discussions include upcoming May events and the purchase of a screen and projector for the multipurpose room.

• Amazing Earthfest events from May 8th to 11th
• Southwest Poetry Reading by Steven Law
• Purchase of screen and projector for Multipurpose room

The Library Board approved the minutes from the April meeting with all members in agreement. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during this session. The board discussed upcoming events and equipment plans, but those items were not decided at this meeting.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a preliminary plat for Hidden Canyon Subdivision (Phases 1-4 and 14). They will also review a site plan for an Ace Hardware store and a minor subdivision for a commercial lot. Additionally, they will consider an amendment to the development agreement for Ventana Resort Village Subdivision.

• Site plan review for Ace Hardware at 850 S HWY 89A
• Minor subdivision to split commercial lot at 1045 S HWY 89A
• Public hearing for Hidden Canyon Subdivision preliminary plat (Phases 1-4 and 14) at 1600 E HWY 89
• Amendment to development agreement for Ventana Resort Village Subdivision

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from earlier meetings. It approved the site‑plan review for the Ace Hardware project at 850 S HWY 89A. The commission also sent positive recommendations to the City Council for a minor subdivision of the same parcel and for the Hidden Canyon Subdivision phases 1, 2, 3, 4 and 14, and it accepted amendments to the Ventana Resort Village development agreement.

• Approved meeting minutes from Feb 4, Mar 6, Apr 1 (4‑0)
• Approved Ace Hardware site plan on parcel K‑19‑13‑Annex, 850 S HWY 89A (4‑0)
• Sent positive recommendation to City Council for minor subdivision of Parcel K‑17‑25 Annex (5‑0)
• Sent positive recommendation to City Council for Hidden Canyon Subdivision phases 1‑4 and 14 (5‑0)
• Accepted amendments to development agreement for Ventana Resort Village Subdivision (5‑0)

Library Board

The Kanab City Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports on library operations and upcoming events, and discuss a proposed social media policy. The board will also consider changing its regular meeting date to the first Wednesday of each month.

• Discussion of a Social Media Policy for the library
• Possible change of regular meeting date to first Wednesday
• Upcoming events: Native Plant Landscaping (Apr 9), Art Open House (Apr 17), Bumble Bees program (Apr 16–17)
• May event: Southwest Poetry Reading by Steven Law
• Reports from the library director and Friends of the Library

The board approved the library's social media policy, with all members voting in favor. The March meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. Upcoming April events were announced, and the next meeting is set for May 7, 2025.

• Approved social media policy (all in favor)
• Approved March meeting minutes (all in favor)

City Council

The Kanab City Council will hold a regular meeting with five public hearings on vacating utility easements and a plat amendment for Kanab Creek Ranchos. Action items include a final plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2, updates to commercial and manufacturing zone ordinances, a roof replacement at the Kanab Museum, a preliminary park design for Jacob Hamblin Park, purchase of police firearms, and a contract with Vermillion Cliffs Special District for fire services. The council will also discuss FY2026 priorities and hold a strategy session on litigation.

• Public hearings on vacating utility easements on parcels at 850 S. HWY 89A, Kanab Creek Ranchos Units 1 and 3, and 1635 S. Creekside Dr.
• Final plat approval for Phase 2 of Ventana Resort Village (Applicant Iron Rock).
• Ordinance updating Chapter 20 – Commercial Zone regarding residential use and fence requirements.
• Ordinance updating Chapter 21 – Manufacturing Zone regarding outdoor storage.
• Discussion and consideration of a preliminary park design for Jacob Hamblin Park and authorization to proceed with final grading and parking plan.

The council voted to vacate public utility easements on several parcels, including K-19-13-ANNEX, 65-323 & 65-309, and K-342-36/37/38. It also approved a plat amendment for the same parcels at 65-323 & 65-309. In addition, the council approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and three accounts‑payable vouchers. All motions passed.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4-1-25 O vacating utility easement on parcel K-19-13-ANNEX (~850 S HWY 89A); motion passed
• Approved Ordinance No. 4-2-25 O vacating utility easements on parcels 65-323 & 65-309 (~960 W Chamberlain Dr.); motion passed
• Approved Ordinance No. 4-3-25 O vacating utility easements on parcels K-342-36, K-342-37, K-342-38 (~1635 S Creekside Dr.); motion passed
• Approved Ordinance No. 4-4-25 O vacating utility easements on parcels 65-323 & 65-309; motion passed
• Approved plat amendment for Kanab Creek Ranchos Unit 3 affecting parcels 65-323 & 65-309; motion passed
• Approved City Council minutes from March 11, 2025; unanimous vote
• Approved accounts payable vouchers: March 18 $188,106.63; March 27 $28,437.31; April 1 $102,378.24; unanimous vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several land use ordinance amendments regarding commercial and manufacturing zones. The body will also consider plat recommendations and the vacation of public utility easements for various parcels.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Heavy Equipment Storage Area (Michael & McKenzie Little)
• Final plat for Ventana Resort Village, Phase 2 (Iron Rock Group)
• Plat amendment and easement vacation for Kanab Creek Ranchos, Unit 3, parcels 65-323 & 65-309
• Easement vacation for parcels K-342-36, K-342-37 & K-342-38 at 1635 S Creekside Dr
• Text amendments to Land Use Ordinance Chapters 20 and 21 regarding commercial and manufacturing zones

The commission approved a conditional use permit for a medium‑equipment storage site at 802 East Chinle Drive, with conditions including public‑works‑approved drainage, operating hours of 7 AM‑10 PM, driveway alignment, and required track‑out surfaces. The motion passed with a 4‑0 vote (four members in favor, none against). The commission also discussed a final plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2, but no recommendation or vote was recorded.

• Approved conditional use permit for 802 East Chinle Drive (4-0)
• Discussed final plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 – no decision made

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review the state of the library and February events. The board is scheduled to discuss a social media policy.

• Discussion of Social Media Policy
• State of the Library report by JanaLee Peay
• Review of February events including Vet Clinic and Landscapes
• Beehive Consortium Meeting update

The Kanab City Library Board approved the February meeting minutes and reviewed Open Meetings Act requirements. No substantive policy decisions were made; the board discussed developing a social media policy and asked members to bring ideas to the next meeting.

• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed developing a social media policy; no action taken

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a plat amendment for Creekside Subdivision and development agreements for Ventana Resort Village and Frameworx LLC. The body will also consider resolutions for parking and facility agreements with Kane County and the school district.

• Public hearing for Creekside Subdivision plat amendment (parcels K-342-36, K-342-37, K-342-38)
• Public hearing for Ventana Resort Village development agreement amendment
• Public hearing for Frameworx LLC (Lumber Plus) development agreement
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $396,147.29 across three dates
• Proposed parking agreement for City property adjacent to the DMV at 180 West 300 North

The Kanab City Council approved a plat amendment for the Creekside Subdivision, an ordinance amending the Ventana Resort Village development agreement, and an ordinance approving a development agreement with Frameworx LLC. They also approved resolutions for a parking agreement with Kane County, an interlocal agreement with the school district, and the wastewater planning report. Councilmember Heaton recused from the first three items, and Councilmember Banks was absent.

• Approved Creekside Subdivision plat amendment (parcels K-342-36/37/38) (4-0, Heaton recused)
• Approved Ordinance 3-1-25 O amending Ventana Resort Village development agreement (4-0, Heaton recused)
• Approved Ordinance 3-2-25 O development agreement with Frameworx LLC (4-0, Heaton recused)
• Approved Resolution 3-1-25 R parking agreement with Kane County (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3-2-25 R interlocal agreement with Kane County School District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3-3-25 R wastewater planning report (5-0)
• Authorized staff to continue real estate negotiations and advertise former SITLA property as surplus (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a site plan review for an addition and remodel to Lumber Plus at 227 East 300 South, a conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage, and two monument sign applications. They will also discuss and recommend to the City Council a plat amendment for Creekside Subdivision, a utility easement vacation, an amendment to the Ventana Resort Village development agreement, and a new development agreement for Frameworx LLC (Lumber Plus).

• Development agreement for Frameworx LLC (Lumber Plus) site
• Amendment to Ventana Resort Village development agreement
• Conditional Use Permit for Heavy Equipment Storage Area
• Plat amendment for Creekside Subdivision parcels near 1635 S East Creekside
• Vacation of public utility easement at 850 S HWY 89A

The Kanab City Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for the Lumber Plus remodel at 227 East 300 South, contingent on a development agreement. They also postponed a conditional use permit for a heavy equipment storage area and made positive recommendations to the City Council on a Creekside Subdivision plat amendment, a utility easement vacation, and two development agreements. The meeting minutes from February 4, 2025, were postponed for staff review.

• Approved Lumber Plus remodel site plan at 227 East 300 South (5-0)
• Postponed conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage (5-0)
• Approved monument sign for State Bank of Southern Utah at 98 W Center St (5-0)
• Approved monument sign for Kanab City Police Department at 235 S 100 E (5-0)
• Recommended plat amendment for Creekside Subdivision parcels K-342-36, K-342-37, K-342-38 (5-0)
• Recommended vacation of utility easement on Parcel K-19-13-Annex at 850 S HWY 89A (5-0)
• Recommended amendment to Ventana Resort Village development agreement (5-0)
• Recommended development agreement for Frameworx LLC (Lumber Plus) (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will consider several administrative and legislative items, including a site plan review for Lumber Plus, a conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage, and a monument sign for State Bank of Southern Utah. They will also make recommendations to the City Council on a plat amendment, a utility easement vacation, an amendment to the Ventana Resort Village development agreement, and a new development agreement for Frameworx LLC.

• Site Plan Review for Lumber Plus addition and remodel at 227 East 300 South
• Conditional Use Permit for heavy equipment storage area (applicants Michael & McKenzie Little)
• Monument sign for State Bank of Southern Utah at approximately 98 W Center St
• Plat amendment to Creekside Subdivision for parcels near 1635 S East Creekside
• Vacation of public utility easement on Parcel K-19-13-Annex near 850 S HWY 89A

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review the State of the Library report and finalize the Strategic Plan. The session includes updates on February events and community inquiries.

• Final approval of the Strategic Plan
• State of the Library stats report
• February events: Wetlands (12th) and Big Horn Sheep (26th)
• Updates on Blood Pressure Cuffs and Stem Program

The Kanab City Library Board met on February 12, 2025, and approved the January minutes. They discussed library statistics, an article on library benefits, and the potential impact of AI books. The board also reviewed upcoming February events, including classes on wetlands, bighorn sheep, and blood pressure cuff usage. No other business was conducted.

• Approved January meeting minutes (motion by William, seconded by Megan)

City Council

The Kanab City Council will hold a public hearing on amending business license and land use ordinances to update fire inspection regulations for short-term rentals. They will also consider a development agreement for the Hidden Valley Neighborhood, a mutual aid agreement with Fredonia for fire and EMS, and a bid package for apron expansion and taxi lane reconstruction at the municipal airport. Board appointments include Julie Dicker to the Arts Board and Kerry Glover to a planning committee.

• Public hearing on ordinance updating fire inspections for short-term rentals
• Development agreement for Hidden Valley Neighborhood (Iron Rock Group) near 700 S/Chinle Dr.
• Real estate hold agreement between Kanab City and Kane County Center for the Arts
• Intergovernmental mutual aid agreement for fire/EMS with Fredonia
• Bid packet for apron expansion, PAPI replacement, and east taxi lane reconstruction at Kanab Municipal Airport

The Kanab City Council approved a development agreement with Hidden Valley Neighborhood LLC for a higher-density residential community, with amendments prohibiting short-term rentals and capping residential units at 2,500 sq ft. The council also approved a real estate hold agreement with the Kane County Center for the Arts, a mutual aid agreement with Fredonia, and several other items. A motion to continue the Hidden Valley item to April failed for lack of a second.

• Approved Ordinance 02-1-25 O amending Land Use Chapter 4-22 and General Ordinance Chapter 9 on fire inspections for short-term rentals (4-0, Heaton absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2-2-25 O for Hidden Valley development agreement with amendments (4-1, Colson no, Heaton absent)
• Approved Resolution 2-1-25 R real estate hold agreement with Kane County Center for the Arts (4-0, Heaton absent)
• Approved Resolution 2-2-25 R mutual aid agreement with Town of Fredonia (4-0, Heaton absent)
• Approved bid process for airport apron expansion and taxi lane reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $29,987.46 vehicle purchase for Building Department (unanimous)
• Approved C-PACE agreement with Sustainable Real Estate Solutions Inc. for Ventana Hotel (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Julie Dicker to Arts Board and Kerry Glover to Subdivision Review Committee (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Kanab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to Chapter 4-22 (Temporary Lodging) of the city's Land Use Ordinance. The commission also will discuss and possibly decide a site plan review for a Lumber Plus addition at 227 East 300 South, a conditional use permit for a heavy equipment storage area, and a final plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2. A work meeting on open public meetings training is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on text amendment to Chapter 4-22 Temporary Lodging (applicant: Kanab City)
• Site plan review for Lumber Plus addition at 227 East 300 South (applicant: Iron Rock Engineering)
• Conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage area (applicants: Michael & McKenzie Little)
• Final plat recommendation for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 (applicant: Iron Rock Group/Mountain West Development)

The Kanab City Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a contractor's office addition to Lumber Plus at 227 East 300 South, with conditions including resolving parking issues within six months. The commission postponed a decision on a conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage at 802 Chinle Drive until next month. It also continued discussion on the Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 final plat and recommended a text amendment to the temporary lodging ordinance.

• Approved Lumber Plus site plan for contractor's office addition (6-0), with condition to address parking on city property within six months
• Postponed conditional use permit for heavy equipment storage at 802 Chinle Drive (6-0)
• Continued Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 final plat discussion to next meeting (4-2)
• Recommended text amendment TXT 25-002 to City Council, removing mandatory fire inspections for vacation rentals (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on cul-de-sac design specifications and vote on several land use and equipment items. The meeting includes discussions on a development agreement for the Hidden Valley Neighborhood and updates to impact fee ordinances.

• Public hearing on amending Standard Specifications for Design and Construction regarding cul-de-sac size
• Vote on final site plan and preliminary plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2
• Approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $446,604.22
• Consideration of a 24-month land lease with Kane County Human Resource Special Service District
• Discussion of development agreement for Hidden Valley Neighborhood (Approx 700 S/Chinle Dr.)

The Kanab City Council approved an ordinance reducing the minimum cul-de-sac diameter from 96 feet to 85 feet, with a mounting curb instead of a rolling curb, despite a split vote. They also approved the final site plan and preliminary plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2, which includes a 180-unit hotel, spa, restaurant, and 60 attainable housing units. Additionally, the council authorized a no-cost land lease with Kane County for construction staging, purchased a bulk water fill station, and approved the surplus of two city vehicles.

• Approved cul-de-sac size amendment (85-ft diameter, mounting curb) (3-2)
• Approved final site plan for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 (4-0, Heaton recused)
• Approved preliminary plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 (4-0, Heaton recused)
• Authorized 24-month land lease with Kane County for construction staging (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Portalogic bulk water fill station for $48,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized surplus of 2004 Chevy Silverado and 2004 Ford F250 (unanimous)
• Elected Councilmember Heaton as Mayor Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including minutes and accounts payable (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve December minutes and receive a state of the library report. The board will discuss its own organization and a strategic plan. The meeting includes updates on January events and community questions.

• State of the Library report including stats
• January events: Gorillas (8th), Cacti (15th), and a photo contest
• Strategic Plan discussion
• Board Organization discussion
• Friends of the Library report

The Kanab City Library Board met on January 8, 2025, and approved the December minutes. The board heard reports on library statistics, upcoming events, and the strategic plan, but took no substantive policy or budget actions.

• Approved December meeting minutes (motioned by Elizabeth, seconded by Bill)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider site plans and a preliminary plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2. The body will also discuss a design standards text amendment regarding cul-de-sac size and a development agreement for the Hidden Valley Neighborhood.

• Final site plan recommendation for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2
• Preliminary plat public hearing for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2
• Proposed text amendment to Kanab City Design Standards regarding cul-de-sac size
• Public hearing for Hidden Valley Neighborhood development agreement
• Nomination of a new Planning Commission Chair and Pro Tem

The Kanab Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 final site plan and preliminary plat to the City Council, contingent on staff conditions. They also recommended a text amendment to reduce cul-de-sac dimensions and conditionally recommended a development agreement for the Hidden Valley neighborhood, subject to legal review and amendments.

• Recommended final site plan for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary plat for Ventana Resort Village Phase 2 (6-0)
• Recommended cul-de-sac text amendment with rollback curb (6-0)
• Recommended Hidden Valley development agreement with amendments (6-0)
• Elected Marlee Swain as Planning Commission Chair (6-0)
• Elected Russ Whitaker as Pro Tem (6-0)