Moab public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold an electronic meeting due to COVID-19. The main action item is a resolution to approve a minor subdivision at 450 Mill Creek Drive. The public can comment via a form or Zoom.

• Proposed Resolution #01-2022: Approval of 450 Mill Creek Drive minor subdivision
• Electronic meeting due to COVID-19, no physical location
• Public comments accepted via form or Zoom until 5:00 pm

The Moab Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a positive recommendation to City Council for Proposed Resolution #01-2022, approving the minor subdivision at 450 Mill Creek Drive. The subdivision is allowed by rights and complies with existing code. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included discussion of future agenda items.

• Approved positive recommendation for 450 Mill Creek Drive minor subdivision (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding property rezoning and accessory dwelling unit (ADU) definitions. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a fiscal year 2021-2022 budget amendment and discussions on water conservation plans.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-15: Rezoning 7.98 acres at 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to R-3
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-16: Amendments to Moab Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Resolution 35-2021: Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021-20D Budget
• Development Agreement for 398 Kane Creek Blvd between JSATT CORP and the City of Moab
• Award of the New 2021 VacTron LP 873 SDT contract

The Moab City Council approved Ordinance 2021-16, allowing accessory dwelling units in all residential zones, with a 4-1 vote. They also approved Resolution 35-2021 amending the FY 2021-2022 budget, the Water Conservation Plan Update with amendments, and a contract with Future iQ for a Community Vision and Strategic Action Plan not to exceed $80,000. The council accepted the December 7 election recount results and approved the 2022 meeting and holiday schedules.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-16 allowing ADUs in all residential zones (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 35-2021 amending FY 2021-2022 budget (5-0)
• Approved Water Conservation Plan Update 2021 with amendments (5-0)
• Awarded Community Vision and Strategic Action Plan contract to Future iQ, up to $80,000 (5-0)
• Terminated Film Commission interlocal agreement with Grand County, pending county budget (5-0)
• Accepted City of Moab General Election recount results from December 7, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 City Council Meeting Schedule (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Holiday Schedule (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold an electronic meeting to consider two housing development proposals: a nine-unit townhome site plan and preliminary plat for Creekside Townhomes, and a site plan for the 960 Millcreek Employee Housing Project. They will also continue a work session on residential zone development requirements. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via form and Zoom.

• Consideration and possible approval of Planning Resolution 06-2021 for Creekside Townhomes, a nine-unit townhome site plan and preliminary plat
• Consideration and possible site plan approval for the 960 Millcreek Employee Housing Project at 960 Millcreek Drive
• Continued work session on residential zone development requirements
• Public comments for Citizens to Be Heard must be submitted by 5:00 pm on meeting day, limited to 400 words

The Moab Planning Commission approved two housing projects: the Creekside Townhomes site plan and preliminary plat, and the 960 Millcreek Employee Housing site plan. Both approvals were unanimous (6-0) and included conditions related to engineering and site improvements. The commission also discussed residential zone development requirements, including workforce housing, but took no action.

• Approved Creekside Townhomes site plan and preliminary plat (6-0) with conditions including scour protection and no-rise certificate
• Approved 960 Millcreek Employee Housing site plan (6-0) with conditions including City Engineer approval and dumpster relocation discussion

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special electronic meeting to conduct the official canvass of votes from the General Election held on November 2, 2021. This process includes a final audit of all ballots, including absentee and provisional votes.

• Canvass of the City of Moab General Election

The Moab City Council certified the November 2, 2021, general election results, confirming Joette Langianese as mayor and Jason Taylor and Luke Wojciechowski as councilmembers. A recount of the council race, where Wojciechowski and Josie Kovash were separated by one vote, is scheduled for December 7 at City Council Chambers. The motion to accept the results passed 4-0.

• Certified the November 2, 2021, general election results (4-0)
• Scheduled a recount of the council race for December 7 at City Council Chambers

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold public hearings and consider actions on several items, including an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all residential zones, an amendment to sanitary sewer rates, and a draft Water Conservation Plan update. They will also discuss and possibly act on a Pack Creek Bridge widening agreement with UDOT and a task order, as well as a plat amendment for the HooDoo Hotel. The meeting is held electronically due to high COVID transmission and limited ICU capacity.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-16 to allow ADUs in all residential zones
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-19 amending sanitary sewer rates
• Draft Water Conservation Plan update public hearing
• Pack Creek Bridge widening agreement with UDOT and task order
• Resolution 34-2021 approving HooDoo Hotel plat amendment

The Moab City Council approved Ordinance 2021-19 raising sanitary sewer rates (4-1), a letter supporting the Mill Creek Community Collaborative recommendations to the BLM (5-0), a cooperative agreement with UDOT for the Pack Creek Bridge Widening Project (5-0), and a task order for engineering services (5-0). The council also tabled the accessory dwelling unit ordinance pending legal review (5-0) and discussed the draft Water Conservation Plan and pickleball court locations without taking action.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19 raising sanitary sewer rates (4-1)
• Approved letter of support for Mill Creek Community Collaborative recommendations to BLM (5-0)
• Approved UDOT Cooperative Agreement for Pack Creek Bridge Widening Project (5-0)
• Approved Task Order 2021-03 with Civil Science, Inc. for engineering services (5-0)
• Approved HooDoo Hotel plat amendment at 261 Walnut Lane, 178 W Williams Way, 111 N 100 W (5-0)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance 2021-16 on accessory dwelling units pending legal review (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $279,072.54 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 26, 2021 meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Draft Ordinance #2021-18 to amend the Moab Municipal Code's sign regulations. The commission will also conduct a work session on potential residential zone amendments to require workforce housing.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation of Draft Ordinance #2021-18 regarding LED/LCD display technologies and sign code definitions
• Work session on potential amendments to residential zones to require workforce housing

The Moab Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously voted to forward a positive recommendation to City Council on Ordinance 2021-18, which amends the Moab Municipal Code to clarify prohibited LED/LCD display technologies, exempt/temporary/prohibited signs, and sign code definitions, and relocates the sign code to a new section. The recommendation includes added language regarding fuel price signage. The commission also discussed, but did not vote on, proposed code amendments to require workforce housing in new residential developments of more than two units.

• Forwarded positive recommendation on Ordinance 2021-18 (sign code amendments) to City Council, with added fuel price signage language (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on Ordinance 2021-18 with no public comments
• Discussed Active Employee Households code amendments (no action taken)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special meeting on October 26, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct an executive closed session for a strategy session regarding reasonably imminent and/or pending litigation.

• Executive (Closed) Session: Strategy Session to Discuss Reasonably Imminent and/or Pending Litigation

The Moab City Council convened a special meeting solely to enter an executive (closed) session to discuss reasonably imminent or pending litigation. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the only actions were procedural motions to enter and exit the closed session and to adjourn.

• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (4-0)
• Closed executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss pending litigation, followed by a regular meeting. The main items are a proposed ordinance to revise accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations and a discussion on sewer rates. The council will also consider a resolution conditionally approving the Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-16 amending ADU code (Section 17.70) and definitions
• Discussion and direction on sewer rates
• Resolution 31-2021 conditionally approving Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2021 meetings
• Approval of bills against the city

The Moab City Council tabled Ordinance 2021-16, which would allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in all residential zones, to hold a workshop for further discussion. The council approved the Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle with conditions, and approved bills totaling $421,598.82. The meeting also included public comments about police department complaints and recycling at special events.

• Tabled Ordinance 2021-16 on ADUs in all residential zones (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 31-2021 for Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle with conditions (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $421,598.82 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 Special and Regular Meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold an electronic meeting to consider a resolution conditionally approving the Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle, and to discuss a draft ordinance amending the city's sign code, including relocating sign regulations and clarifying rules on LED/LCD displays and sign types. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Resolution #31-2021: Conditional approval of Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle
• Draft Ordinance #2021-18: Relocation of Sign Code (Section 15.44 to new Section 17.93)
• Amendment to prohibit LED and LCD display technologies in signs
• Clarification of exempt, temporary, and prohibited signs
• Public comment via online form due by 5:00 pm

The Moab Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to City Council for Resolution 31-2021, conditionally approving the Lawrence Minor Subdivision at 479 Bowen Circle. Conditions include removing or relocating an existing structure on Lot 2 to meet setbacks and addressing all engineering comments before final plat approval. The commission also discussed but did not decide on a draft sign code ordinance.

• Approved positive recommendation for Lawrence Minor Subdivision (unanimous)
• Condition: Remove/relocate structure on Lot 2 to meet setbacks before final plat recording
• Condition: Address all engineering comments to City Engineer's satisfaction before final plat approval

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a sanitary sewer rate study. The study was commissioned because the 2018 sewer master plan's revenue projections were not met due to the 2019 overnight accommodation moratorium, lower-than-projected growth, and higher inflation, leaving the sewer fund insufficient. The council will review alternative rate structures to meet financial obligations, but no action will be taken as this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Presentation of sewer rate study by Bowen Collins & Associates and Zions Public Finance
• Review of 2018 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan revenue shortfalls
• Discussion of alternative sewer rate structures
• Overview of capital and maintenance needs for the sewer system

The Moab City Council held a special meeting to review a sewer rate study addressing a $221,000 shortfall in the sewer fund. No formal decisions were made; the mayor directed staff to prepare for a public hearing on rate changes. The discussion covered infrastructure costs, revenue shortfalls, and rate scenarios.

• Directed staff to prepare for a public hearing on sewer rate changes

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special meeting at noon for a sanitary sewer rate study workshop, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. The regular meeting includes presentations, administrative reports, and several action items. Key decisions include a resolution to require workforce housing in new residential developments, an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all residential zones, a cooperative agreement with UDOT for dispersed parking, a comment letter on the Manti-La Sal Forest Plan revision, and declaring certain city property as surplus.

• Resolution 33-2021: Require workforce housing or deed restrictions for new residential developments of more than 2 households in R-2, R-3, and R-4 zones
• Ordinance 2021-16: Allow ADUs in all residential zones, amending MMC Sections 17.70 and 17.06.020
• Dispersed Parking Cooperative Agreement with UDOT
• Comment letter on USFS Manti-La Sal Forest Plan Revision
• Resolution 32-2021: Declare certain city-owned property as surplus

The Moab City Council approved Resolution 33-2021 to formally initiate proceedings to amend the municipal code, requiring workforce housing restrictions for new residential developments of more than two households. The council also tabled an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all residential zones, approving a $495,900 dispersed parking project task order and other routine items.

• Approved Resolution 33-2021 to initiate workforce housing code amendments (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-16 on accessory dwelling units (5-0)
• Approved $495,900 dispersed parking project task order with Civil Science, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved comment letter for Manti-La Sal Forest Plan Revision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #32-2021 declaring city property as surplus (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $396,868.32 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on two items: a letter of support for electric-ready amendments to the residential building code, and a streetlight conversion project to Dark Sky-compliant LED lights. The meeting also includes a workshop on sustainable cities with Drawdown Fund CEO Erik Snyder.

• Letter of support for electric-ready amendments to the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
• Approval of Rocky Mountain Power streetlight conversion project for 419 lights, estimated cost $92,701.49
• Streetlight conversion expected to save $30,783.96 annually, with 3-year payback
• Workshop on market-based solutions for sustainable cities with Drawdown Fund CEO Erik Snyder

The Moab City Council held a special meeting on September 28, 2021, and approved two sustainability-related items. They passed a letter of support for electric-ready amendments to the building code, and approved a streetlight conversion project with Rocky Mountain Power to replace 419 streetlight heads with Dark Sky compliant LED lights at an estimated cost of $92,701.49 to the city. Both motions passed 4-0. The council also heard a presentation from Drawdown Fund on market-based sustainability strategies, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved letter of support for electric-ready building code amendments (4-0)
• Approved Rocky Mountain Power streetlight conversion project, replacing 419 streetlight heads with Dark Sky compliant LED lights, estimated city cost $92,701.49 (4-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special meeting at 4 p.m. and a regular meeting at 7 p.m. on September 28, 2021. They will hear presentations, consider special event permits, and take possible action on several items including a lot line adjustment, zoning amendments for brewpubs and distilleries, purchasing procedure changes, and cooperative agreements with UDOT for dispersed parking and a transit pilot. The council will also discuss the city attorney replacement and city manager recruitment, and may enter a closed session.

• Special event permit for Grand County Family Support Center's Trunk-of-Treat
• Dispersed Parking Cooperative Agreement with UDOT
• Transit Pilot Cooperative Agreement with UDOT
• Resolution 30-2021: Lot line adjustment for properties at 374 W 200 S and 396 W 200 S
• Ordinance 2021-12: Adding regulations for brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries in multiple zones

The Moab City Council approved several items, including a new ordinance regulating brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries, a dispersed parking agreement with UDOT, a transit pilot agreement, and a special event permit for Trunk-or-Treat. The council also discussed the police department's body-worn camera policy and heard public comments about police conduct. All votes were unanimous except for the dispersed parking agreement, which passed 4-1.

• Approved Ordinance #2021-12 adding regulations for brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries (5-0)
• Approved Dispersed Parking Cooperative Agreement with UDOT, authorizing Mayor to sign (4-1)
• Approved Transit Pilot Cooperative Agreement with UDOT, authorizing Mayor to sign (5-0)
• Approved Special Event License for 2021 Trunk-or-Treat at Swanny Park, with amendment to restrict parking to pavement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #30-2021 for lot line adjustment at 374 & 396 W 200 S (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #17-2021 amending purchasing policy to allow exception for legal service contracts (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City in the amount of $1,582,228.69 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission unanimously recommended draft Ordinance 2021-16, which revises the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations, to the City Council. The recommendation includes amendments such as allowing retired residents to satisfy workforce housing requirements, requiring ADUs to be associated with a primary residential use, and setting maximum ADU sizes (1,500 sf on lots of 20,000 sf or more, 1,200 sf on standard lots). The commission also approved minutes from three prior meetings.

• Approved minutes from July 22, August 12, and August 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended ADU ordinance 2021-16 to City Council with amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a regular meeting with administrative reports, public comments, and a presentation from the Grand County School District. Under old business, the council will discuss and possibly give direction on Walnut Lane updates and the 2021 Class C roads update. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, bills, and a closed executive session for pending litigation and personnel matters.

• Walnut Lane updates - discussion and possible direction
• 2021 Class C roads update with map attachment
• Approval of bills against the City of Moab
• Grand County School District update presentation
• Executive session for pending litigation and personnel discussion

The Moab City Council approved moving forward with a Design-Bid-Build package to complete Phase I of the Walnut Lane housing project, after the previous contractor failed to cure contract issues. The council also adopted the 2021 Class C Road Map, which adds 1.38 miles of roads and increases annual state funding by $12,000. Bills totaling $197,599.91 were approved, and the council entered a closed session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Design-Bid-Build for Walnut Lane Phase I (5-0)
• Adopted 2021 Class C Road Map (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $197,599.91 (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss litigation and personnel (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding accessory dwelling unit code revisions and a rezoning request for 398 Kane Creek Blvd. The commission will also consider an amendment to the approved site plan for Moab Regional Hospital.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-16 to revise Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and definition sections of the Municipal Code
• Public hearing and action item for Ordinance 2021-15 to rezone 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to RA-1 and R-3
• Continued public hearing for Creekside Townhomes nine-unit site plan and preliminary plat
• Consideration of Planning Resolution 07-2021 regarding a site plan amendment for Moab Regional Hospital at 450 Williams Way

The Moab Planning Commission voted 4-2 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for Ordinance 2021-15, which would rezone property at approximately 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to RA-1 and R-3. The commission also continued the ADU ordinance discussion to September 9th and conditionally approved a site plan amendment for Moab Regional Hospital.

• Forwarded positive recommendation for Ordinance 2021-15 rezone at 398 Kane Creek Blvd (4-2, Wells recused)
• Continued ADU ordinance discussion to September 9th (7-0)
• Conditionally approved Planning Resolution 07-2021 for Moab Regional Hospital site plan amendment (6-0, Wojciechowski recused)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed resolution to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget and a property tax increase. The agenda also includes a survey amendment for 500 South Main Street and discussion of the Low Income Housing Water Assistance Program.

• Proposed Resolution 22-2021: Adoption of Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget and property tax increase
• Proposed Resolution 29-2021: Record of Survey Amendment for 500 South Main Street
• Low Income Housing Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) briefing and action
• Approval of bills against the City of Moab
• Closed session discussion regarding security personnel, devices, or systems

The Moab City Council approved a budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 that includes no property tax revenue, after a motion to adopt a budget with a $1.5 million property tax levy failed for lack of a second. The approved budget (Resolution 22-2021, Scenario One) passed 4-1, with Councilmember Jones dissenting. The council also approved a survey amendment for 500 South Main Street, a low-income water assistance program agreement, and bills totaling $398,741.06.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget with no property tax revenue (4-1)
• Rejected budget with $1.5 million property tax levy (motion failed, no second)
• Approved survey amendment for 500 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program agreement (5-0)
• Approved bills against the city totaling $398,741.06 (5-0)
• Entered and ended executive session on security personnel (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budgetary changes for the FY22 budget, including a proposal for a $1,000,000 property tax rate to fund critical infrastructure. The workshop also addresses updates to the Capital Projects Fund, road fund balances, and various grant allocations.

• Proposal of a $1,000,000 property tax rate for critical infrastructure
• $200,000 increase in Emma Boulevard project costs drawn from Class C Road fund
• $120,000 grant from Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget for MARC facility repairs
• $50,000 match grant for the acquisition of two replacement police vehicles
• $6,500 anchor community contribution for the renewable energy program

The Moab City Council held a special meeting to review budget alternatives, including options with no property tax or one raising $1 million. No formal decisions were made; members discussed various expenditures and revenue sources, with some expressing tentative support for a property tax. The meeting adjourned without voting on the budget.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommendations for Ordinance No. 2021-12, which adds regulations for brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries. The meeting also includes a review of the Creekside Townhomes site plan and a discussion on employee and workforce housing opportunities.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-12 regarding brewery and distillery regulations
• Public hearing on Planning Resolution 06-2021 for the nine-unit Creekside Townhomes site plan
• Discussion session on employee/workforce housing opportunities

The Moab Planning Commission voted 6-0 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for Ordinance 2021-12, which would add regulations for brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries to the municipal code. The commission also opened and continued a public hearing for the Creekside Townhomes site plan and preliminary plat until the next meeting to address engineering concerns. No substantive decisions were made on workforce housing, which was discussed as a future item.

• Forwarded positive recommendation on Ordinance 2021-12 (brewpub/brewery/distillery regulations) to City Council (6-0)
• Continued public hearing on Creekside Townhomes nine-unit site plan and preliminary plat to next meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation, followed by a regular meeting. The main items are adopting the FY2021-22 budget with a proposed property tax increase, continuing discussion on an employee housing short-term work plan, and approving a lot line adjustment and a roundabout agreement with UDOT.

• Resolution 22-2021: FY2021-22 budget adoption and proposed property tax increase
• Continued discussion on employee housing short-term work plan
• Resolution 27-2021: Lot line adjustment for 54 and 68 North 300 East
• Federal aid agreement with UDOT for roundabout at 400 North and 100 West
• Approval of bills against the city

The Moab City Council voted 5-0 to table Resolution 22-2021, which would adopt the FY2021-22 budget and a property tax, moving further consideration to the next meeting. The council also approved a lot line adjustment, a federal aid agreement for a roundabout design, and bills totaling $225,224.11. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments on the proposed property tax and staff reports.

• Tabled Resolution 22-2021 (FY2021-22 budget and property tax) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #27-2021 lot line adjustment at 54 and 68 North 300 East (5-0)
• Approved Federal Aid Agreement with UDOT for roundabout design at 400 North and 100 West, $78,329 (4-1)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab, $225,224.11 (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council held a special meeting as a site visit to the city's well site at 3400 Westwater Drive. City Manager Joel Linares explained the visit was to inform council members about the city's water systems and infrastructure. Staff provided a hydrogeology overview and an overview of the well and water systems. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned special meeting unanimously

City Council

The Moab City Council held a special meeting to conduct a Truth in Taxation public hearing and a hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, which includes reinstating a municipal property tax. Numerous residents spoke against the tax, citing concerns about affordability, rent increases, and the burden on local homeowners and businesses. No vote was taken on the budget or tax; the council only voted to open and close the hearing and adjourn.

• Opened public hearing for proposed property tax and FY 2021-2022 budget (5-0)
• Closed public hearing after public testimony (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a pre-council workshop on employee housing opportunities, followed by a regular meeting covering administrative reports, a UDOT US-191 highway widening update, a transportation master plan engagement process, a proposed plat amendment for properties on Care Campus Drive, and a Grantwell partnership proposal. The meeting is in person with mask and social distancing requirements.

• Employee housing opportunities discussion and possible direction (workshop)
• Update on UDOT and US-191 Highway Widening Project
• Unified Transportation Master Plan Public Engagement Process presentation
• Proposed Resolution 26-2021: Plat amendment for 382 and 356 West Care Campus Drive and right-of-way realignment
• Grantwell Partnership Proposal briefing and possible action

The Moab City Council approved a plat amendment and right-of-way realignment for Moab Regional Hospital properties at 382 and 356 West Care Campus Drive, along with a partnership with Grantwell to develop a framework for distributing Recreation, Arts and Parks (RAP) tax funds. The council also approved bills totaling $315,941.76 and the minutes from the July 13 meeting. A workshop on workforce housing discussed potential strategies but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution #26-2021 for plat amendment and ROW realignment at 382 and 356 West Care Campus Drive (5-0)
• Approved partnership with Grantwell to propose citizen advisory committee framework for RAP tax funds (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $315,941.76 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission is holding an electronic meeting due to COVID-19. They will consider a resolution to amend their bylaws to allow electronic participation, and continue a work session on possible changes to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) code provisions.

• Resolution 05-2021 to amend bylaws for electronic participation
• Continued work session on ADU code changes
• Approval of minutes from May 27, June 10, and July 8, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period for citizens to be heard

The Moab Planning Commission approved Resolution 05-2021, amending its bylaws to allow electronic participation in meetings. The commission also approved minutes from three prior meetings. A work session on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) continued with discussion but no decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 05-2021 amending bylaws to allow electronic participation (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 27, June 10, and July 8, 2021 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a workshop on water resource management and conservation, followed by a regular meeting with administrative reports, public comment, and approval of past meeting minutes. Action items include a proposed ordinance on prima facie speed limits, confirming a planning commission appointment, and awarding a contract for the Mill Creek Drive water improvements project, plus discussion on American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Ordinance 2021-14 amending speed limit rules (Section 10.01.090)
• Confirmation of Brityn Ballard to City Planning Commission
• Possible contract award for Mill Creek Drive water improvements project
• Task order for construction administration on Mill Creek Drive project
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds

The Moab City Council approved a new ordinance setting the default speed limit to 20 mph, with Williams Way at 25 mph, and awarded a $2,416,528.03 construction contract for the Mill Creek Drive Water Improvements Project to Harrison Field Services. They also approved a $72,800 task order for construction administration services, confirmed a planning commission appointment, and approved bills totaling $332,808.94. The meeting included discussions on water conservation and potential uses of ARPA funds, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-14 setting prima facie speed limits to 20 mph, with Williams Way at 25 mph (5-0)
• Awarded Mill Creek Drive Water Improvements construction contract to Harrison Field Services for $2,416,528.03 (5-0)
• Approved Civil Science, Inc. task order for construction administration services for $72,800 (5-0)
• Confirmed Brityn Ballard to the Planning and Zoning Commission, term expiring Dec 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $332,808.94 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for June 22, June 30, and July 7 meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to add regulations for brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries by amending several sections of the Moab Municipal Code. They will also hold a work session to discuss amendments to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations, likely in response to state legislation (HB 82).

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-12 amending zoning for breweries and distilleries in C-2, C-3, C-4, RC, and Industrial zones
• Work session on ADU amendments to Section 17.70, including exhibits on HB 82 changes
• Citizens to be heard: public comments accepted via online form until 5 PM

The Moab Planning Commission met on July 8, 2021, but lacked a quorum, so it was a work session only. No formal decisions were made; the public hearing on brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries was deferred to the next meeting. The commission discussed amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations, including state law impacts, size limits, and owner-occupancy requirements.

• Deferred public hearing on brewpubs/breweries/distilleries ordinance to next meeting
• Deferred citizens to be heard to next meeting
• Held work session on ADU amendments; no action taken

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting on July 7, 2021, at noon. The only agenda item is an executive (closed) session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive (closed) session on individual's character, competence, or health

The Moab City Council met in a special session solely to convene an executive (closed) session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual. No substantive public decisions were made; the council voted unanimously to enter and later close the session, then adjourned.

• Entered executive session to discuss individual's character or health (5-0)
• Closed executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Moab City Council will discuss the status of the Walnut Lane employee housing project and consider options after indieDwell, the contractor, failed to meet the $1,000,000 performance bond requirement. Staff will present three questions: whether to terminate the contract, find additional funding or delay the project, and whether to proceed with four duplexes or alternatives. The Council will also explore broader employee housing solutions, including dedicating units, developing on city-owned properties, and providing stipends.

• indieDwell unable to meet $1,000,000 performance bond requirement
• Contract with indieDwell signed December 22, 2020
• Potential $500k additional funding needed to continue project
• Options include terminating contract, pausing project, or abandoning master plan
• Employee housing shortage affecting police recruitment

The Moab City Council approved Ordinance 2021-13, which amends the municipal code to regulate outdoor dining in several commercial and industrial zones and allow parklets in the city right-of-way. The vote was 4-0, with Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd recused. The council also discussed the Walnut Lane affordable housing project, deciding to give contractor Indie Dwell thirty days to cure bonding and performance issues before taking action.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-13, amending zoning codes for outdoor dining and parklets, 4-0.
• Decided to allow Indie Dwell thirty days to cure bonding and performance issues on the Walnut Lane project before action.

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled June 24, 2021 meeting of the Moab City Planning Commission has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and possible action on a FY2020-2021 budget amendment, plus decisions on an audit contract, a townhome plat approval, and an ordinance to regulate outdoor dining. The council will also consider a grant request from Utah State University for a visitor use study and receive updates on city projects and events.

• Public hearing and possible action on Resolution 23-2021 amending the FY2020-2021 budget
• Award of FY2021 audit contract (multiple proposals listed)
• Resolution 24-2021 approving Thompson Townhomes plat at 246 E 200 S
• Ordinance 2021-13 adding outdoor dining regulations and parklets in city right-of-way
• Matching grant request from Utah State University for a visitor use study

The Moab City Council approved a budget amendment for fiscal year 2020-2021, awarded an audit contract to Gilbert and Stewart, and approved the Thompson Townhomes plat application. The council also tabled an outdoor dining ordinance and a visitor use study matching grant. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the outdoor dining ordinance, which was tabled 4-0 after a councilmember recused herself.

• Approved Resolution 23-2021 amending the FY 2020-2021 budget (5-0)
• Awarded financial audit services contract to Gilbert and Stewart, not to exceed 5 years (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-2021 for Thompson Townhomes plat at 246 E 200 S (5-0)
• Tabled Proposed Ordinance 2021-13 on outdoor dining regulations (4-0)
• Tabled $36,713.53 matching grant for USU Visitor Use Study (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City in the amount of $118,229.41 (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council held a special meeting on June 11, 2021, primarily to convene an executive session. After the closed session, the council voted 3-2 to remove the City Manager from administrative leave and have him return to work effective June 14, 2021. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved entering an executive session to discuss an individual's character, competence, or health (5-0).
• Approved closing the executive session (5-0).
• Approved removing the City Manager from administrative leave, effective June 14, 2021 (3-2).
• Approved adjourning the meeting (unanimous).

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to regulate outdoor dining and parklets in commercial zones, and will also consider recommending approval of the Thompson Townhomes plat at 246 East 200 South. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via form, phone, or Zoom.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-13 to amend Moab Municipal Code sections 17.21, 17.24, 17.27, 17.31, and 17.06 for outdoor dining and parklets in right-of-way
• Action item: Resolution #24-2021 approving Thompson Townhomes plat at 246 East 200 South
• Citizens to be Heard comments due by 5:00 pm, limited to 400 words
• Public hearing comments limited to 2 minutes via Zoom or phone

The Moab Planning Commission voted 4-0 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for Ordinance No. 2021-13, which adds regulations for outdoor dining and parklets in commercial zones. The Commission also voted 4-0 to recommend Resolution #24-2021, approving the Thompson Townhomes plat at 246 East 200 South. Both items were approved as recommended, with no public comments during the hearing.

• Approved minutes for May 13, 2021, 4-0.
• Recommended Ordinance No. 2021-13 (outdoor dining and parklets) to City Council, 4-0.
• Recommended Resolution #24-2021 (Thompson Townhomes plat) to City Council, 4-0.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on the final Master Planned Development and Phase One plat for the Lionsback development off Sand Flats Road, as well as a resolution to extend water impact fees. They will also discuss and possibly act on a transit shuttle pilot program funding commitment, an ordinance to allow Class 1 e-bikes on city paths with a 15 mph speed limit on Mill Creek Parkway, and a review of municipal speed limits. The agenda includes several routine items such as minutes approval, proclamations, and bill approvals.

• Public hearing and possible action on Resolution 13-2021 for Lionsback final MPD and Phase One plat (Sand Flats Road)
• Resolution 25-2021: commitment to fund a 'Recreational Hotspot' transit shuttle pilot program
• Ordinance 2021-09: text amendments to allow Class 1 e-bikes on city paths and set 15 mph speed limit on Mill Creek Parkway
• Resolution 16-2021: extending time for use of water impact fees
• Appointment of city representative to Grand County's Boundary Commission

The Moab City Council approved the Lionsback Resort Master Planned Development and Phase One final plat, along with the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, by a 4-1 vote. The council also approved a resolution committing to fund a UDOT recreational hotspot transit shuttle pilot program (5-0) and an ordinance allowing Class 1 e-bikes on city pathways with a 15 mph speed limit on Mill Creek Parkway (3-1). Other actions included extending the time for use of water impact fees, appointing the mayor to the Grand County Boundary Commission, and approving bills totaling $221,307.50.

• Approved Lionsback Resort MPD and Phase One final plat (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25-2021 committing to fund transit shuttle pilot (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-09 allowing Class 1 e-bikes on pathways, 15 mph on Mill Creek (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution 16-2021 extending water impact fee use time (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor to Grand County Boundary Commission (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab for $221,307.50 (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: an executive (closed) session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual. No public decisions or discussions are listed; the meeting is procedural and closed to the public.

• Executive (closed) session on individual's character, competence, or health

The Moab City Council met in special session solely to convene an executive (closed) session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual. The council voted 5-0 to enter and later to close the session, with no other business conducted. No substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matter (5-0)
• Closed executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance 2021-13, which would add regulations for outdoor dining and parklets in certain commercial zones. They will also consider approving Planning Resolution #04-2021 for the Radcliffe Phase II site plan at 471 South Main Street. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-13 to amend zoning codes for outdoor dining and parklets
• Consideration of Planning Resolution #04-2021 for Radcliffe Phase II site plan at 471 South Main Street
• Electronic meeting via YouTube and Zoom with public comment forms due by 5:00 PM

The Moab Planning Commission approved Planning Resolution 04-2021 for the Radcliffe Phase II site plan at 471 South Main Street, with a 4-0 vote. The commission also continued the public hearing on Ordinance 2021-13 (outdoor dining regulations) to the next meeting on June 10, due to sparse commissioner turnout. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Radcliffe Phase II site plan at 471 S Main St (4-0)
• Continued public hearing on outdoor dining ordinance to June 10 (4-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a regular meeting with several briefing and possible action items. Key items include a proposed zoning map amendment for a property at approximately 398 Kane Creek Blvd, a drilling contract for replacement well #12, an interlocal agreement with Utah County for the 2021 municipal election, and a special event permit for Scots on the Rocks. The council will also receive financial reports and discuss a proposed pay plan ordinance.

• Zoning map amendment for Parcel #01-0001-0173 at 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to R-3
• Award of drilling contract to Beeman Drilling for Replacement Well #12
• Interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2021 municipal election administration
• Special event permit for Scots on the Rocks (SOTR) at Center Street Ballparks
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-11 adopting pay plan schedule and salaries

The Moab City Council denied a zoning map amendment that would have changed approximately 10 acres at 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 Residential-Agricultural to R-3 Multi-Household Residential. The motion failed 2-3, with councilmembers citing a lack of guaranteed affordable housing and concerns about sewer costs. The council also approved a pay plan with a 1.8% COLA, a letter of support for the 2050 regional transportation plan, a drilling contract, and an election administration agreement.

• Denied zoning map amendment for 398 Kane Creek Blvd (RA-1 to R-3) (2-3)
• Approved Ordinance #2021-11 adopting pay plan with 1.8% COLA (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for 2050 Moab & Spanish Valley Regional Transportation Plan (4-1)
• Awarded $318,720 drilling contract for well No. 12 to Beeman Drilling (5-0)
• Approved Scots on the Rocks special event permit (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2021 Municipal Election (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $158,182.63 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for 398 Kane Creek Blvd. The commission will also consider Resolution No. 13-2021 for the Lionsback Resort Master Planned Development.

• Public hearing for rezoning 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to R-3 zone
• Action on Resolution No. 13-2021 for Lionsback Resort Final Master Planned Development
• Work session on code amendments for outdoor dining and parklets
• Work session on allowing brewpubs, breweries, and distilleries as permitted uses

The Moab Planning Commission voted 4-1 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for Ordinance #2021-06, which would rezone property at 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 Residential-Agricultural to R-3 Multi-Household Residential. The commission also voted 4-0 to recommend approval of Resolution No. 13-2021 for the Lionsback Resort Master Planned Development and Phase 1 final plat. Both items now go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance #2021-06 rezoning 398 Kane Creek Blvd to R-3 (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 13-2021 for Lionsback Resort MPD and Phase 1 plat (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 8 and April 22, 2021 (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and a proposed ordinance adopting the pay plan and salaries. The council will also discuss a possible pilot agreement with Bird Scooters for a temporary operating program. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via phone, Zoom, or written form.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 budget
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-11: Pay Plan Schedule and Appointed/Exempt and Elected Salaries
• Continued discussion on Bird Scooter pilot program temporary operating agreement
• Approval of bills against the City of Moab
• Executive session on individual's character or competence

The Moab City Council voted 5-0 to proceed with considering exceeding the certified tax rate for FY 2021-2022 by up to $3.3 million, intended for law enforcement and infrastructure. The council also approved placing the City Manager on paid administrative leave during an employee assessment. A proposed Bird Scooter operating agreement was tabled. Public hearings on the budget and pay plan were held with no comments.

• Approved consideration of exceeding certified tax rate up to $3.3M (5-0)
• Approved placing City Manager on paid administrative leave (5-0)
• Tabled Bird Scooter Temporary Operating Agreement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved bills against the city in amount of $413,296.04 (5-0)
• Closed public hearings (5-0)
• Entered and closed executive session (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special meeting to review UDOT's proposed transit service alternatives, including three options for a new fare-free bus and van system funded by a $1.5 million Recreation HotSpot grant. The council will also discuss a joint letter to the National Park Service to implement a pilot timed entry system and hold a fiscal year-end 2022 budget workshop.

• Review of three UDOT transit alternatives: fixed route with paratransit/microtransit zones, fixed route with deviated zone, and full microtransit zone
• Discussion of a joint letter to the National Park Service to implement a pilot Timed Entry System
• Fiscal Year End 2022 Budget Workshop
• Transit options assume a $500,000 annual budget for turn-key contract operations, with estimated costs ranging from $498,575 to $539,000 depending on the selected fleet configuration

The Moab City Council held a special meeting on May 4, 2021, and approved a joint letter with Grand County to request a pilot timed-entry system at Arches National Park. The motion passed 4-1, with Councilmember Guzman-Newton voting against. The council also discussed a UDOT transit pilot program, favoring Option 4, and reviewed a proposed municipal property tax for the FY2022 budget, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved joint letter to National Park Service for Arches timed-entry pilot (4-1)
• Discussed UDOT transit pilot, favored Option 4 (no formal action)
• Discussed proposed municipal property tax for FY2022 budget (no formal action)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a new noise control ordinance, a resolution to join a pilot project for alternative voting methods, and a tentative budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. They will also consider ordinances on special event permits and e-bike definitions, a presentation on UDOT's transit service alternatives, a proposal for a Bird scooter pilot program, and a capital improvement project list. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-07: Repealing and replacing noise control chapter 8.24
• Resolution 20-2021: Requesting inclusion in Municipal Alternative Voting Methods Pilot Project
• Resolution 19-2021: Adopting tentative FY 2021-2022 budget, setting public hearing for May 11
• Ordinance 2021-09: Defining e-bikes and modifying motorized vehicle definition
• Discussion on Bird Scooter's temporary operating agreement for a pilot program

The Moab City Council approved a new noise control ordinance (2021-07) after three motions, with the final version passing 4-1. The ordinance sets construction noise hours, restricts general and vehicular noise, and includes exemptions for permitted special events. The council also approved a resolution to join Utah's alternative voting methods pilot project, adopted the tentative FY 2021-2022 budget, and tabled several items including transit service alternatives, e-bike definitions, and a Bird Scooter pilot program.

• Approved noise control ordinance 2021-07 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 20-2021 for alternative voting methods pilot (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including COVID-19 emergency proclamation and tentative budget (5-0)
• Tabled transit service alternatives recommendation (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-09 on e-bike definitions (5-0)
• Tabled Bird Scooter pilot program discussion (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Project List (5-0)
• Approved bills against the city totaling $235,480.04 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The April 22, 2021, meeting agenda contains several items that were postponed to May 13, 2021. The remaining active items include the approval of previous meeting minutes and a public hearing regarding the Lionsback Resort Development.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 28, February 25, and March 11, 2021
• Public hearing for Final Master Planned Development and Phase One Final Plat for Lionsback Resort Development
• Postponed: Proposed Resolution #00-2021 for Walnut Lane Apartments at 250 and 280 Walnut Lane
• Postponed: Ordinance #2021-06 regarding rezoning 398 Kane Creek Blvd from RA-1 to R-3

The Moab Planning Commission approved Resolution #12-2021 for the Planned Affordable Development and Preliminary Site Plan for the Walnut Lane Apartments at 250 and 280 Walnut Lane. The project will redevelop a 37-unit trailer park into 80 rental units across three phases, with deed restrictions to maintain affordability. The motion passed 4-0. Two other public hearings were postponed to May 13, 2021.

• Approved Resolution #12-2021 for Walnut Lane Apartments PAD and Preliminary Site Plan (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 28, Feb 25, and Mar 11, 2021 meetings with name-spelling amendment (4-0)
• Postponed zoning map amendment hearing for 398 Kane Creek Blvd to May 13, 2021
• Postponed Lionsback Resort Final MPD and Phase One Final Plat hearing to May 13, 2021

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on ranked choice voting and to conduct a workshop on the Fiscal Year End 2022 budget. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19, with public viewing via the city's YouTube channel.

• Ranked Choice Voting Presentation
• Fiscal Year End 2022 Budget Workshop

The Moab City Council held a special meeting with presentations on ranked-choice voting and a proposed FY2022 budget workshop. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural, ending with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a budget workshop for FY 2021-2022, receive a legislative update, and conduct a public hearing on vehicular noise mitigation. They will also consider ordinances on sewer rates and noise control, and resolutions on a waste franchise transfer, depository designation, lot line adjustments, and a renewable energy interlocal agreement.

• Public hearing on vehicular noise mitigation, including draft noise ordinance 2021-07
• Ordinance 2021-08 amending sewer rate classification for churches and government facilities
• Resolution 10-2021 consenting to assignment of waste franchise from Monument Waste Services to Solid Waste Special Service District #1
• Resolution 14-2021 lot line adjustment at 471 S Main Street
• Resolution 15-2021 lot consolidation at 1043-1063 S Mill Creek Drive

The Moab City Council approved Ordinance 2021-08, changing how institutions like churches and government facilities are billed for sewer rates, and Resolution 17-2021 to join the Community Renewable Energy Program as an Anchor Community. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a solid waste franchise agreement and property adjustments, and discussed a draft noise control ordinance without taking action. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance 2021-08 amending institutional sewer rate classification (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 17-2021 for Community Renewable Energy Program participation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including solid waste franchise assignment, depositories, lot line adjustment, and lot consolidation (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City in the amount of $496,777.26 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for March 23 and April 6 meetings (5-0)
• Discussed draft noise control ordinance; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission is meeting electronically due to COVID-19. They will hold a work session on the preliminary site plan for Walnut Lane at 250 and 280 West Walnut Lane, and discuss potential code changes to allow seasonal outdoor dining and parklets in city right-of-way. Public comments are accepted via an online form.

• Work session on Walnut Lane preliminary site plan (250 and 280 West Walnut Lane)
• Discussion of modifications to Moab Municipal Code for seasonal outdoor dining and parklets
• Electronic meeting due to COVID-19; public participation via YouTube and online form

The Moab Planning Commission met on April 8, 2021, but lacked a quorum, so no decisions were made. Members discussed the Walnut Lane Planned Affordable Development (80 rental units at 250 and 280 W Walnut Lane) and a potential code change for seasonal outdoor dining and parklets. Both items were informational only, with a public hearing on Walnut Lane scheduled for April 22, 2021.

• No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum
• Discussed Walnut Lane PAD site plan (80 rental units, 3 phases)
• Scheduled public hearing for Walnut Lane PAD for April 22, 2021
• Discussed potential code changes for seasonal outdoor dining and parklets

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation of the proposed Fiscal Year End 2022 Budget. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting is solely for the budget presentation. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Presentation of Proposed Fiscal Year End 2022 Budget

The Moab City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed Fiscal Year End 2022 budget, presented by Interim Finance Director Rachel Stenta. The presentation covered the impact of COVID-19 on revenues and operations, including a 4.8% overall loss, and discussed scenarios for a proposed municipal property tax and a 1.8% cost-of-living adjustment for personnel. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

• Reviewed proposed FY2022 budget presentation (no vote)
• Discussed scenarios for proposed municipal property tax (no action)
• Mentioned proposed 1.8% COLA for personnel (no action)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled March 25, 2021 meeting of the Moab City Planning Commission has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $7,000,000 in wastewater and water revenue bonds and up to $8,500,000 in sales tax revenue and refunding bonds. They will also discuss the regional transportation plan, reconsider an interlocal agreement with Grand County, and consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a townhome plat approval and a noise ordinance relocation.

• Public hearing on $7,000,000 wastewater and water revenue bonds, Series 2021
• Public hearing on $8,500,000 sales tax revenue and refunding bonds, Series 2021
• Reconsideration of interlocal agreement with Grand County for technical planning assistance program funds
• Resolution 06-2021 approving 3rd Street Townhomes plat at 116 South 300 East
• Ordinance 2021-04 relocating noise provisions from zoning to health and safety

The Moab City Council approved a resolution stating its position against the Highway 191 bypass alignments and supporting alternative traffic mitigation for Main Street, with a 4-1 vote. The council also approved several other items, including the appointment of a finance director, a townhome plat, and a resolution supporting the Colorado River Pathway. Public hearings on bond issuances for wastewater/water and affordable housing were held with no public comments.

• Approved Resolution 08-2021 opposing Highway 191 bypass alignments (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 09-2021 confirming Ben Billingsley as Finance Director (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-2021 for 3rd Street Townhomes plat (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-04 relocating noise provisions to Title 8 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-05 defining initiation of land use regulation amendments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 07-2021 supporting Colorado River Pathway funding (5-0)
• Approved reconsideration of technical planning assistance program funds (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $1,312,320.93 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission is meeting electronically to hold public hearings and consider recommendations to the City Council on two ordinances: one relocating noise regulations from the zoning title to the health and safety title, and another defining when the city formally initiates land-use regulation amendments. They will also review and possibly approve a planning resolution for the Kane Creek Condominiums plat at 443 Kane Creek Blvd. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-04: removing Chapter 17.74 'Noise' from Title 17 'Zoning' and creating Section 8.24 in Title 8 'Health and Safety'
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-05: defining the point in time the city initiates proceedings to amend land use regulations
• Action item: possible approval of Planning Resolution #03-2021 for the Kane Creek Condominiums plat at 443 Kane Creek Blvd
• Citizens to be Heard: comments limited to 400 words, must be submitted by 5 pm on meeting day
• Public hearing comments limited to 2 minutes per person, via phone or Zoom

The Moab Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend Ordinance 2021-04, which moves noise provisions from the zoning code to a new section under Title 8 (Health and Safety), and Ordinance 2021-05, which defines when the city formally initiates land-use regulation amendments. The commission also approved a condominium plat for the Kane Creek Condominiums at 443 Kane Creek Blvd, with one member abstaining. No public comments were received during the hearings.

• Recommended Ordinance 2021-04 to City Council (6-0), relocating noise provisions from zoning to Health and Safety code.
• Recommended Ordinance 2021-05 to City Council (6-0), defining the point in time when the city formally initiates land-use regulation amendments.
• Approved Planning Resolution #03-2021 (5-0, one abstention) for the Kane Creek Condominiums plat at 443 Kane Creek Blvd.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a special electronic meeting to continue developing city priorities for the 2021-2022 period. Discussions will focus on infrastructure, water resources, sustainability, and budget items.

• Infrastructure planning including sidewalk plans and water/sewer line replacement
• Water resource development and demand management policies
• Sustainability goals regarding climate and conservation
• Budget discussions regarding revenue enhancement and sewer fees

The Moab City Council held a special meeting for strategic planning discussions on sidewalks, water projects, sustainability, and the budget. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop for discussion only.

• No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop

Planning Commission

The Moab City Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss seasonal parklets. This is a discussion item only, with no formal decisions or public hearings listed on the agenda.

• Work session on seasonal parklets

City Council

The Moab City Council is holding a special meeting for strategic planning for 2021-2022. They will review department materials, discuss current commitments, and develop priorities, including a code update (Chapter 17), overnight accommodations, noise issues, and OHV (off-highway vehicle) impacts and enforcement. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19.

• Code update (Chapter 17) discussion
• Overnight accommodations policy
• Noise issues, including OHV noise impacts
• OHV enforcement and traffic enforcement
• Review of department annual reports and strategic plans

The Moab City Council held a special strategic planning workshop, discussing budgetary concerns, recreation facilities, planning code updates, and water supply. Councilmembers Knuteson-Boyd and Jones volunteered to join the Mayor and key staff in developing a visioning process. The council also discussed noise ordinance development, including off-highway vehicle issues, and police department staffing levels. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and planning.

• Councilmembers Knuteson-Boyd and Jones volunteered to join the Mayor and key staff in developing the visioning process.
• Discussed engagement of a consultant for the visioning process.
• Discussed water supply concerns and potential inclusion in the visioning process.
• Discussed noise ordinance development and timeline, referencing the prior day's vehicular noise workshop.
• Discussed police department staffing levels and potential seasonal law enforcement opportunity.
• Discussed potential sponsorship from off-road groups and financial assistance from the off-road industry for noise ordinance efforts.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a workshop on vehicular noise mitigation options, then a regular meeting to discuss a sewer rate change for institutions, award a $54,381 HVAC bid for the MARC, consider an interlocal agreement with Grand County for planning funds, and vote on a resolution to continue the COVID-19 local emergency proclamation. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via Zoom or written form.

• Discussion on amending noise ordinance and enforcement to mitigate vehicular noise
• Sewer rate change for institutions (discussion and direction)
• Award HVAC bid to Eco HVAC, LLC for $54,381.00 for the Moab Arts and Recreation Center
• Interlocal agreement with Grand County for joint planning and funding of technical planning assistance
• Resolution 05-2021 to continue local emergency proclamation due to COVID-19 economic impact

The Moab City Council approved a $54,381 HVAC bid for the Moab Arts and Recreation Center, continued the COVID-19 emergency proclamation, and approved bills totaling $319,428.42. A proposed interlocal agreement with Grand County for transportation planning failed on a 2-3 vote. The council also discussed but took no action on a potential sewer rate change for institutions.

• Approved $54,381 HVAC bid for MARC to Eco HVAC, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 05-2021 continuing COVID-19 emergency proclamation (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City totaling $319,428.42 (5-0)
• Failed to approve interlocal agreement with Grand County for transportation planning (2-3)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Entered and ended executive session for pending litigation (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold an electronic meeting due to COVID-19. They will consider approving Planning Resolution #02-2021 for the 3rd Street Townhomes plat at 116 South 300 East. They will also discuss upcoming text amendments to the Moab Municipal Code and hear public comments.

• Consideration of Planning Resolution #02-2021 for 3rd Street Townhomes plat at 116 South 300 East
• Discussion of upcoming text amendments to the Moab Municipal Code
• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2020 and January 14, 2021
• Citizens to be Heard public comment period (400-word limit, submit by 5:00 pm)

The Moab Planning Commission approved Planning Resolution #02-2021, approving the townhome plat application for the 3rd Street Townhomes at 116 South 300 East. The approval was conditioned on fixing the legal description on the plat. The motion passed 5-0, with one member abstaining. The commission also discussed upcoming text amendments to the municipal code, including moving noise regulations and defining the Pending Ordinance Doctrine.

• Approved Planning Resolution #02-2021 for the 3rd Street Townhomes plat, with the condition that the legal description be fixed on the plat.
• Approved the minutes from the December 10, 2020 and January 14, 2021 meetings.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a regular meeting, preceded by a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The main business includes confirming two appointments to the Water Conservation Board, discussing the 2021 City Grant Program, and considering two bond resolutions totaling $13.5 million for water/wastewater and sales tax revenue projects. The meeting will be held electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via Zoom or written form.

• Resolution 03-2021: Authorize up to $7,000,000 in wastewater and water revenue bonds, Series 2021
• Resolution 04-2021: Authorize up to $6,500,000 in sales tax revenue bonds, Series 2021 (Walnut Lane)
• Confirm mayoral appointments of Steve Getz and Eve Tallman to the Water Conservation and Drought Management Advisory Board
• Briefing and possible action on the City of Moab Grant Program 2021
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2021 regular meeting

The Moab City Council approved two bond resolutions: up to $8.5 million in sales tax revenue bonds for affordable housing (including refunding an older bond) and up to $7 million in wastewater and water revenue bonds. The council also confirmed two Water Board appointments, approved the 2021 City Grant Program recommendations, and approved minutes and bills. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $8.5M sales tax revenue bonds for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved $7M wastewater and water revenue bonds (5-0)
• Confirmed Water Board appointments of Steve Getz and Eve Tallman (5-0)
• Approved City Grant Program 2021 recommendations (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 9, 2021 meeting with corrections (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $107,655.58 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled February 11, 2021 meeting of the Moab City Planning Commission has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 478 Mill Creek Drive, changing it from residential R-2 to C-5 Neighborhood Commercial. They will also discuss a temporary ban on new ATV-related businesses and declare city property surplus. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing and possible action on Ordinance 2021-01: rezone 478 Mill Creek Drive from R-2 to C-5
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-02: 180-day moratorium on new ATV sales, rentals, and tour operations
• Resolution 02-2021: declaring certain city-owned property as surplus
• Discussion on moving noise code from Chapter 17 to Chapter 8 and defining 'formal initiation of land use code changes'
• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2021 regular meeting

The Moab City Council tabled Ordinance 2021-02, a proposed 180-day moratorium on new ATV/UTV rental and tour businesses, pending state legislation. The council approved a zoning map amendment for 478 Mill Creek Drive, changing it from residential to neighborhood commercial. The council also approved declaring surplus property and paying city bills.

• Tabled Ordinance 2021-02, a 180-day moratorium on new ATV/UTV rental and tour businesses (5-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 478 Mill Creek Drive from R-2 to C-5 (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 02-2021 declaring city property as surplus (5-0)
• Approved bills against the City of Moab totaling $271,518.87 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 26, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will consider an ordinance imposing a temporary 180-day moratorium on new vehicle sales/rentals and commercial outdoor recreation uses related to ATVs. They will also vote on a $140,000 water meter purchase and discuss water conservation policies. The meeting includes routine reports and a closed session for litigation strategy.

• Ordinance 2021-02: 180-day moratorium on new ATV-related businesses
• Award water meter purchase to Meterworks Inc., up to $140,000
• Discussion of Culinary Water Resources Policy and Conservation Measures
• Proclamation for Moab City Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes via Zoom

The Moab City Council tabled a proposed temporary moratorium on new ATV-related businesses (Ordinance 2021-02) after a motion to approve the packet version failed 2-3. The council approved a $140,000 water meter purchase, directed staff to draft water conservation ordinances, and approved bills totaling $183,200.55. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Tabled Ordinance 2021-02 (ATV business moratorium) until next regular meeting (5-0)
• Failed to approve packet version of Ordinance 2021-02 (2-3)
• Approved $140,000 water meter purchase from Meterworks Inc. (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft water shortage contingency and time-of-day water ordinances (5-0)
• Approved bills against the city totaling $183,200.55 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Moab Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning map amendment for 478 Mill Creek Drive, changing it from R-2 residential to C-5 neighborhood commercial. They will also vote on a resolution to extend the conditional approval of a site plan for the Four Corners Community Behavioral Health clinic. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via form, phone, or Zoom.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on Ordinance #2021-01 to rezone 478 Mill Creek Drive from R-2 to C-5
• Consideration of Planning Resolution #01-2021 to extend conditional approval of Level II Site Plan #01-2020 for FCCBH Moab Clinic at 76 E 300 North
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2021
• Citizens to Be Heard with comments limited to 400 words or 2 minutes

The Moab Planning Commission voted 6-0 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for Ordinance #2021-01, which would rezone 478 Mill Creek Drive from R-2 residential to C-5 neighborhood commercial. The commission also approved a one-year extension of the conditional site plan for the Four Corners Community Behavioral Health clinic. Officers for 2021 were elected: Kya Marienfeld as Chair and Jessica O'Leary as Vice-Chair.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for 478 Mill Creek Drive (6-0)
• Approved 1-year extension of Level II Site Plan for Four Corners Community Behavioral Health (6-0)
• Elected Kya Marienfeld as Planning Commission Chair for 2021 (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Jessica O'Leary as Planning Commission Vice-Chair for 2021 (6-0)

City Council

The Moab City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting, including a discussion on proposed changes to the Land Use provisions of the Moab Municipal Code regarding All-Terrain Vehicles. The Council will also consider letters of support regarding Bears Ears National Monument and the denial of a special event permit for the 2021 Rally on the Rocks, along with routine appointments and approvals.

• Discussion of changes to Land Use provisions of Moab Municipal Code relating to All-Terrain Vehicles
• Letter of support for President-Elect Biden to restore Bears Ears National Monument to original size
• Letter of support for San Juan County Commission's denial of special event permit for 2021 Rally on the Rocks
• Proposed Resolution 01-2021 designating councilmembers and staff as liaisons to community boards
• Appointment of 2021 Mayor Pro Tem and council member for reviewing city bills

The Moab City Council approved two letters: one supporting President-Elect Biden's action to restore Bears Ears National Monument to its original size, and another supporting San Juan County's denial of the 2021 Rally on the Rocks tradeshow lease. The council also approved a resolution designating councilmembers and staff as liaisons to community boards, appointed Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd as Mayor Pro Tem and bill reviewer, and approved bills totaling $498,337.65. No substantive decisions were made on OHV land use provisions; the council only discussed possible code amendments and indicated interest in exploring an extension of the temporary moratorium.

• Approved letter supporting Bears Ears National Monument restoration (5-0)
• Approved letter supporting San Juan County's denial of 2021 Rally on the Rocks tradeshow (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-2021 designating council/staff liaisons to community boards (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd as Mayor Pro Tem
• Appointed Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd as Council Member Responsible for Reviewing City's Bills
• Approved bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $498,337.65 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for December 8, 2020 Regular Meeting and December 16 and 18, 2020 Special Meetings (5-0)