Orem, UT

Planning Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

The Orem City Council meets jointly with the Provo City Council on September 28, 2026 for a 12:30 p.m. work session at 56 North State Street. The agenda lists five discussion items only, with no votes or public hearings scheduled. Topics include a dispatch contract update, a partner cities overview, the Lakeview Parkway expansion, street safety infrastructure, and economic development tools. The meeting may be held electronically to allow a Councilmember to participate.

• Discussion of a Dispatch Contract update, presented by Keri Rugg and D. Jacob Summers
• Lakeview Parkway Expansion status update from City Engineer Taggart Bowen
• Street Safety Infrastructure discussion with Chris Tschirki and Provo Traffic Manager Vern Kesler
• Economic Development Tools discussion presented by Ryan Clark
• Partner Cities Overview presented by Keri Rugg and Jennica Jones

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. Key items include a 90-minute discussion on short-term rentals, presentations on speed limits and water connection requirements, and a public hearing on regulations for detached accessory dwelling units. The council will also consider consent items including a 911 dispatch agreement and an ordinance on water connections.

• Discussion on short-term rental regulations (90 min)
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Article 22-6 for detached accessory dwelling units
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with central Utah 911 for dispatch services
• Ordinance amending Section 21-1-3 on water connection requirements
• Presentation on speed limits by Tiger Traffic Team

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will hold a work session on agenda items and the Active Transportation Map, then a regular session with consent items, action items, and public hearings. The commission will consider a condominiumization request for townhomes on Shelly Lane, a rezone of about 9.29 acres from CM to M1 at 1075 South 1675 West, and a text amendment to the PD-13 zone with a new Concept Plan at 225 West 400 North.

• Condominiumization of townhomes in Shelly Lane subdivision, 750 N 100 West, R6 zone
• Rezone of ~9.29 acres at 1075 South 1675 West from CM to M1 (Light Manufacturing)
• Text amendment to Article 22-11-5 modifying PD-13 zone and adopting new Concept Plan at 225 West 400 North (~2.42 acres)
• Approval of meeting minutes for September 2 and August 5, 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding detached accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals. The regular session includes a public hearing on multiple city code amendments and a resolution regarding the Vesper Amphitheater development.

• Work session on Detached Accessory Dwelling Units
• Discussion on Short Term Rentals
• Public hearing on city code amendments regarding parking, nuisances, and vehicle storage
• Resolution expressing opposition to the Vesper Amphitheater development
• Ordinance regarding Rental Dwelling License Exception Amendment

The Orem City Council approved a broad package of Neighborhood Improvement Team code amendments covering parking, nuisances, and vehicle habitation, and passed a resolution opposing the proposed Vesper Amphitheater in neighboring Provo. Both votes were 7-0. In work session, the council reviewed a draft detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) ordinance ahead of a September 22 public hearing, and discussed a proposed switch of emergency dispatch service from Provo's Metro Dispatch to Utah County's Central Dispatch. No final action was taken on the DADU or dispatch items.

• Approved ordinance amending multiple Orem City Code sections on parking, nuisances, and vehicle habitation (7-0)
• Approved resolution opposing the proposed Vesper Amphitheater development, with added language on sound, light, traffic, and parking impacts (7-0)
• Approved consent items including meeting minutes, three advisory commission appointments, and a rental dwelling license exemption amendment (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several plat amendments and site plans for various locations. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a sign ordinance text amendment.

• Plat Amendment and Site Plan for Fort Knox at 993 Industrial Park Road
• Preliminary Plat for Funez at 115 North 800 West
• Site Plan for Homebuilt at 1950 North State Street
• Public hearing for Sign Ordinance Text Amendment regarding nonconforming signs

City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the final budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The proposal includes a property tax levy intended to increase ongoing annual revenues by $450,000. The council will also consider adopting compensation programs, fee schedules, and various municipal taxes.

• Public hearing for fiscal year 2026-2027 budget adoption
• Proposed property tax levy to increase annual revenue by $450,000
• Dedication of general operations property tax levy to public safety special revenue fund
• Adoption of fees and charges schedule
• Adoption of franchise, energy sales, telecommunications, transient room, and E-911 taxes

The Orem City Council approved an ordinance increasing the property tax rate by 7.01% to generate $450,000 in new annual revenue, dedicated to the Public Safety Special Revenue Fund to hire two additional police officers. The vote was 5-2, with Mayor McCandless and Councilmembers Killpack, Lambson, Gale, and Mecham in favor, and Councilmembers Millett and Muhlestein opposed. The ordinance also adopted the final FY 2026-2027 budget, compensation programs, fees, and various taxes.

• Approved property tax rate increase from 0.000590 to 0.000631 (5-2)
• Approved FY 2026-2027 final budget including $450,000 for two new police officers (5-2)
• Dedicated general operations property tax levy to Public Safety Special Revenue Fund (5-2)
• Adopted compensation programs, fees and charges schedule, franchise tax, and other rates (5-2)

City Council

The Orem City Council is holding a joint work session with the Timpanogos School District to discuss several topics, including the district's first-year celebration, vision and values, robust school criteria, boundary study, safe routes and bus routes, fire cadet program, and school resource officers. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of 1st Year Celebration
• Discussion of Vision and Values
• Discussion of Robust School Criteria
• Discussion of Boundary Study
• Discussion of Safe Routes and Bus Routes

The Orem City Council and Timpanogos School District Board held a joint work session to discuss school consolidation, boundaries, transportation, and safety. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; all items were informational discussions. The district presented plans for a boundary study, grade configuration changes, and a new centralized office campus.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during work session
• Discussed transitioning to 9-12 high schools, 6-8 middle schools, K-5 elementaries
• Discussed consolidating five junior highs into four middle schools
• Discussed three-year transportation MOU with Aspen Peaks School District
• Discussed centralized district office campus at 500 North State Street, Lindon
• Discussed Safe Routes to School program with city engineering support
• Discussed fire cadet program and School Resource Officer program

City Council

The Orem City Council is holding a work session with two presentations: a study on the Union Bench utility and trail, and an update on the Residential Rental Dwelling License Ordinance. No formal decisions are scheduled; these are informational items for discussion.

• Presentation: Union Bench Utility and Trail Study by Marty Asay, Methods Consulting
• Presentation: Residential Rental Dwelling License Ordinance Update by CFO Brandon C. Nelson

The Orem City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They heard a presentation on the Union Bench Canal Study, a 10-month exploratory project to evaluate land ownership, easements, and potential uses along a five-mile corridor. They also reviewed an upcoming ordinance to align rental dwelling licenses with state law, which will be voted on September 8.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Heard Union Bench Canal Study presentation (10-month evaluation, contract awarded mid-July 2026)
• Reviewed residential rental dwelling license ordinance update (vote scheduled Sept. 8)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026, has been cancelled. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 2, 2026

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on August 11, 2026. The main discussion item is a 60-minute review of detached accessory dwelling units, with a presentation on the Community Development Code Update. The council will also consider appointments to the Justice Court Nominating Commission and receive reports from city staff.

• Discussion of detached accessory dwelling unit regulations (60 min)
• Presentation on Community Development Code Update
• Resolution to appoint members to the Justice Court Nominating Commission
• Presentation on Public Works Advisory Commission
• Presentation on Citizen Life Saving by Fire Chief

The council formally appointed Councilmembers Chris Killpack and LaNae Millett to the Justice Court Nominating Commission, which will help select a new judge to replace retiring Judge Reed Parkin. The council also approved the updated 2026 meeting schedule. No other formal decisions were made; the work session included discussions on detached accessory dwelling unit regulations and a code update, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Appointed Chris Killpack and LaNae Millett to the Justice Court Nominating Commission (unanimous)
• Approved the 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule update (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will meet on August 5, 2026, to review preliminary plats and site plans for three developments and hold a public hearing on a text amendment aligning accessory dwelling unit definitions across zoning chapters.

• Preliminary Plat - PH Tennis Center Plat A (92 E 800 North)
• Site Plan - PH Tennis Center (92 E 800 North)
• Preliminary Plat - Johnson Farms Plat A (1700 S Geneva Road)
• Site Plan - The Shops at Johnson Farms (1700 S Geneva Road)
• Text Amendment - Aligning definitions in Chapters 19, 21, and 22 with proposed Section 22-6-11 (Accessory Dwelling Units)

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss various topics, including Utah County Major Crimes Update, Capital Construction Projects, and a General Plan Process Update. The regular meeting will also include a public hearing on a zoning change for a property at 1875 South Geneva Road. The agenda is mostly informational and procedural.

• Zoning change at 1875 South Geneva Road
• Utah County Major Crimes Update
• Capital Construction Projects Update
• General Plan Process Update
• Detached Accessory Unit Update

The City Council approved a zoning change for a 2.9-acre parcel at 1875 South Geneva Road from OS-5 (Open Space) to PRD (Planned Residential Development), merging it into the Farm Haven concept plan for a new 40-unit twin-home development called Westerly Way. The project, which includes a direct connection to Geneva Road, is designed as an autism-friendly community but will be open to the general public. The council also approved consent items including meeting minutes and an appointment. No other substantive decisions were made; the work session was informational only.

• Approved rezoning 1875 S Geneva Rd from OS-5 to PRD and amended Farm Haven concept plan (7-0)
• Approved consent items: July 14, 2026 meeting minutes and Events Advisory Commission appointment (7-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for litigation, personnel, and real property discussions (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to the Orem City Code. These include amendments to Chapter 22 concerning code enforcement and Article 22-6 regarding regulations for detached accessory dwelling units.

• Text Amendment: Updates to Chapter 22 relating to Code Enforcement
• Text Amendment: Regulations for detached accessory dwelling units (Article 22-6)

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend the PD-53 concept plan at 1890 North State Street, and another to rezone 5.93 acres at 360 West 1500 South from PF/R12 to R8. During the work session, staff will present updates on MyOrem, fraud risk assessment, firework cancellations, wildland team, canal, detached accessory dwelling units, and a property tax calculator. The regular session also includes presentations on Oremfest, a car show fundraiser, and events safety.

• Public hearing: Ordinance to amend PD-53 concept plan at 1890 North State Street
• Public hearing: Ordinance to rezone 360 West 1500 South (5.93 acres) from PF/R12 to R8
• Presentation: Detached Accessory Dwelling Units update
• Presentation: Property Tax Calculator (25 min, 10 min Q&A)
• Presentation: Firework Cancellation follow-up

The City Council approved a revised concept plan for a commercial building at 1890 North State Street and rezoned 5.45 acres near 360 West 1500 South to R8 single-family residential. The council also approved meeting minutes from June. Several presentations were held regarding city software, fraud risk, and fire services, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved revised concept plan for PD-53 Zone at 1890 North State Street (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 5.45 acres at 360 West 1500 South to R8 Single-Family Residential (5-2)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 9, June 15, and June 23, 2026 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend Appendix OO for the PD-53 zone at 1890 North State Street (Kneaders North Orem). The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a plat amendment for Old Orchard Plat L at 457 East 1500 North. A work session will also discuss detached accessory dwelling units.

• Public hearing: Kneaders North Orem text amendment to alter concept plan for PD-53 zone at 1890 North State Street
• Plat amendment: Old Orchard Plat L at approximately 457 East 1500 North
• Work session discussion on detached accessory dwelling units
• Approval of June 17, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting with multiple public hearings and consent items. Key decisions include a zoning change for a property at 355 West University Parkway from residential to commercial, adoption of the CDBG 2026-2027 Action Plan and budget, and amendments to allow beauty shops, tattoo parlors, and recreation centers in specific zones.

• Rezoning 355 West University Parkway from R-8 to C-2 with a development agreement (Consent Item 6.4)
• Adoption of the CDBG 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and $ budget (Item 7.1)
• Public hearing to allow beauty/barber shops and tattoo/body piercing in M-2 zone (Item 7.3)
• Public hearing to allow recreation centers (general) in PD-5 zone (Item 7.4)
• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budget amendments (Item 7.5)

The council approved the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2026‑2027 Annual Action Plan update and authorized the mayor to execute the required HUD documents. Consent items were approved, including the meeting minutes, the appointment of Jeff Lambson as Mayor Pro Tem, and ordinances amending flood‑damage prevention and the zoning map for 355 West University Parkway. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Adopted 2026‑2027 CDBG Action Plan and budget (7‑0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 10 flood‑damage prevention (7‑0)
• Approved ordinance changing 355 West University Parkway from R8 to C‑2 (7‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes for May 12 and May 26, 2026 (7‑0)
• Appointed Jeff Lambson as Mayor Pro Tem (7‑0)
• Approved consent items motion (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss new state-mandated detached accessory dwelling units. In the regular session, they will consider a preliminary plat for flag lots at 600 South 900 East and a site plan to relocate the Costco Fuel Center at 648 East 800 South. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of new state-mandated detached accessory dwelling units
• Preliminary Plat – Home Again Lane – flag lots at 600 South 900 East
• Site Plan – Costco Fuel Center Relocation – relocate fuel center at 648 East 800 South
• Approval of June 3, 2026 minutes (consent agenda)

City Council

The Orem City Council is holding a series of discussion-only sessions on several joint and city-specific items. Topics include dispatch services, renewal of fire/EMS contracts, wastewater treatment facility upgrades, road maintenance agreements with Lindon, drainage agreements, and the potential dissolution of North Union Irrigation Co. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion on dispatch provider overview with Lindon City
• Renewal of Fire/EMS services contract
• Wastewater treatment facility upgrades and future costs
• Orem 2000 North/Lindon 200 South road maintenance agreement update
• Lindon Hollow drainage agreement and joint maintenance of waterway and wetlands

The joint Orem‑Lindon council heard presentations on expanding fire/EMS staffing, evaluating a switch from Provo to Central 911 dispatch services, and the cost outlook for Phase 1 of the wastewater treatment plant upgrades. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the items remain under discussion.

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2026-2027 tentative budget, which includes a proposed property tax rate increase. The council will also consider a resolution to create a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund and dedicate general operations property tax to it. Additionally, they will vote on compensation adjustments for city officers and a URS contribution rate pick-up for public safety employees.

• Proposed property tax rate increase with truth-in-taxation hearing scheduled for August 27, 2026
• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Tentative (Interim) Budget beginning July 1, 2026
• Creation of Public Safety Special Revenue Fund and intent to dedicate general operations property tax to public safety
• Public hearing on municipal officers compensation adjustments (amounts in Exhibit A)
• Resolution on URS Public Safety and Firefighter Tier 2 Hybrid Employees Contribution Rate Pick-Up

The council voted to fully cover the July 1 increase in Utah Retirement Systems contributions for public safety and firefighter Tier 2 hybrid employees. It also approved a 3% merit salary increase for designated municipal officers. A resolution creating a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund and stating the council is considering dedicating the general‑operations property tax levy to that fund was adopted. The proposed $450,000 property‑tax increase to fund two new police officers was presented but not voted on.

• Approved URS contribution pick‑up for public safety and firefighter Tier 2 (7‑0)
• Approved 3% merit salary increase for municipal officers (7‑0)
• Approved creation of Public Safety Special Revenue Fund and consideration of tax dedication (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will review and act on several items, including approval of the May 20, 2026 minutes and a plat amendment for Spaugy Plat C at 575 North 600 East. The commission will hear a text amendment updating Chapter 10 of the Orem City Code on flood damage prevention. A public hearing will consider a request to rezone the 5.45‑acre property at 360 W 1500 South from Public Facilities (PF) to Residential (R8) for a subdivision.

• Approval of May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Plat Amendment – Spaugy Plat C, located at approximately 575 North 600 East
• Text Amendment – updates to Chapter 10 of the Orem City Code for flood damage prevention
• Rezone request – 360 W 1500 South, 5.45 acres, from Public Facilities (PF) to Residential (R8)

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending Planning Commission powers and another rezoning 355 West University Parkway from single-family residential to commercial. The council will also review the updated Community Development Block Grant annual action plan and proposed budget. Work session presentations will cover short-term rental regulations, wastewater planning, and flood damage prevention. The rezoning would change land-use rules for the specified property, while the grant review outlines funding for local community projects.

• Public hearing on rezoning 355 West University Parkway from R8 to C-2 commercial
• Public hearing on amending Orem City Code Articles 2-15-2, 2-15-11, 2-16-2, and 22-21
• Review of the Orem Community Development Block Grant updated annual action plan and proposed budget
• Work session presentations on short-term rentals, municipal wastewater planning, and flood damage prevention

The council voted not to adopt a total prohibition on short‑term rentals, falling short of the four‑vote threshold. Members agreed that staff will prepare two competing draft ordinances and consider them at a work session on June 23. They also set deadlines for draft materials and outlined specific policy guardrails to be included in the drafts.

• Total prohibition draft not advanced (2‑4 votes, below required threshold)
• Staff instructed to draft two competing short‑term rental regulatory options
• Next work session scheduled for June 23 to review the draft options
• Council requested finalized slides and draft text be delivered at least eight days before the June 23 session
• Guardrail added: owner must be physically present during guest stays for owner‑occupied STRs
• Guardrail added: owner‑occupied STRs limited to a certified ADU
• Guardrail added: citywide cap of 20 units or 1% of residences for non‑owner‑occupied STRs
• Guardrail added: two‑strike violation policy and fines scaled to rental value

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss a rezoning at 360 West 1500 South and review Neighborhood Meeting Policies in the work session. In the regular session they will approve the April 1 and May 6, 2026 minutes and adopt two plat amendments for Aiken Estates (721 South 100 West) and Lake Ridge Farms (513 South 840 West). They will also hold a public hearing on the "Wolverine Rezone" request to change 9.28 acres at 1075 South 1675 West from Controlled Manufacturing to Manufacturing.

• Discussion of rezoning at 360 West 1500 South
• Discussion of Neighborhood Meeting Policies
• Plat Amendment – Aiken Estates Plat C – 721 South 100 West
• Plat Amendment – Lake Ridge Farms Plat B – 513 South 840 West
• Public hearing: Wolverine Rezone – rezone 9.28 acres at 1075 South 1675 West from CM to M2

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY 2026-2027 tentative budget, which includes a proposed property tax increase. The council will also consider creating a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund funded by property tax, adopt the HeArt of Downtown Master Plan, and vote on several zoning changes and CARE tax awards.

• Public hearing on ordinance to rezone 92 South 800 East from R8 to C1 for an assisted living facility (1 acre)
• Public hearing on ordinance to rezone 1875 South Geneva Road from OS-5 to PRD (2.9 acres) for Farm Haven site plan
• Resolution adopting the HeArt of Downtown Master Plan
• Creation of Public Safety Special Revenue Fund and intent to dedicate general operations property tax to it
• Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 tentative budget with proposed property tax rate increase

The Orem City Council approved a rezone of 92 South 800 East from R8 to C1, allowing Spring Hollow Care Center to expand, with a development agreement limiting use to assisted living and capping building height at 30 feet. The council also accepted the FY 2026-2027 tentative budget of $211 million, set a June 9 public hearing, and approved a resolution creating a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund. A proposed 44-unit housing development (Westerly Way) was continued to allow for redesign of access to Geneva Road.

• Approved rezone of 92 South 800 East to C1 with development agreement (5-2)
• Approved FY 2026-2027 tentative budget of $211 million, set June 9 hearing (7-0)
• Approved resolution creating Public Safety Special Revenue Fund (7-0)
• Approved CARE tax awards for FY 2026-2027 (7-0)
• Approved vacation of 0.016-acre portion of 1000 South right-of-way (7-0)
• Continued Westerly Way PRD rezone to allow redesign for Geneva Road access (7-0)
• Approved RDA FY 2026-2027 tentative budget (7-0)
• Approved SSLD FY 2026-2027 tentative budget with 2.4% street lighting fee increase (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will hold a work session on the Heart of Downtown Plan and regular session with public hearings. Key decisions include a rezone of 5.45 acres for a residential subdivision, two text amendments to allow recreation centers in PD-5 and barber/tattoo shops in M2, and a right-of-way vacation for Home Depot. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and a plat amendment.

• Rezone 360 W 1500 South from PF to R8 for ~5.45-acre residential subdivision
• Text amendment to allow recreation centers (Land Use #7424) in PD-5 zone (Fun City)
• Text amendment to allow barber shops (#6231) and tattoo/body piercing (#6232) in M2 zone (Mini Moustachery)
• Right-of-way vacation of 0.16 acre at 1000 South terminating at 590 East (Home Depot)
• Site plan/parking exception for Boulder Industrial at 1353 W 130 South

General

This is a work session of the Orem City Council, not a regular meeting; no formal votes are expected. Presentations will cover the Public Safety Revenue Dedicated Fund, continued discussion on short-term rental regulations, the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget, continued CARE deliberations, and the fleet and streets budget.

• Presentation on Public Safety Revenue Dedicated Fund
• Continued discussion on Short Term Rental regulations
• Budget presentation on Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Continued CARE deliberations
• Budget presentation on Fleet and Streets

The City Council held a work session regarding the creation of a dedicated Public Safety Special Revenue Fund. Discussions also covered potential occupancy regulations for short-term rentals and a $28 million Capital Improvement Project budget.

• Directed staff to include proposed Public Safety Special Revenue Fund in the upcoming tentative budget
• Scheduled an additional work session to discuss short-term rental geofencing and residency requirements
• Planned a public hearing for short-term rental policy before sending it to the Planning Commission

City Council

The council will hold a work session on the budget and short-term rentals, then a regular session with public hearings on a proposed property exchange with the State of Utah (a 99-year lease for city use) and an ordinance to increase allowable building height in single-family residential zones. Consent items include approving minutes and a recreation advisory commission appointment.

• Public hearing on declaring parcels near 1020 South 2300 West surplus and conveying to the state in exchange for a 99-year lease
• Public hearing on an ordinance to amend Article 22-6-8 to allow taller primary buildings in single-family residential zones
• Work session presentation on the 2026 budget covering IT and general operations
• Work session presentation on short-term rental regulations
• Consent item: appointment to the Recreation Advisory Commission

The City Council held a work session to discuss the launch of the new 'My Orem' centralized portal and reviewed the fiscal 2026 tentative budget, which includes requests for new staff and infrastructure upgrades.

• Work session held to discuss IT and budget topics
• My Orem portal launched one day prior to the meeting
• Budget presentation reviewed expansion requests for IT and Public Safety
• City plans to add attorney positions for third-party agreements
• City plans to add staff for urban forestry and data compliance
• City plans to absorb costs for Podium communication tool

City Council

The Orem City Council meets jointly with the Timpanogos School District to discuss school boundaries, a projected financial update, the Sharon School site, and UTA transit options on 400 East. Additional topics include communication, legislative advocacy, and economic development partnerships. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion only.

• Discussion of current work and school boundaries
• Overall projected financial update
• Timpanogos School District update on Sharon School site
• UTA options on 400 East (Sharon site transition school)
• Legislative and policy advocacy priorities at the state level

The joint City Council and Timpanogos School District meeting provided updates on the new district's organization, finances, and plans for the Sharon Elementary site. Attendees discussed a potential legislative change to the Primary Residential Exemption and coordination with UTA for transit to the transition program. No formal actions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing, continued from April 1, on a request to rezone 5.93 acres at 355 West University Parkway from R-8 (single-family residential) to C-2 (commercial). No action items are scheduled. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing continued on rezone of 355 West University Parkway (5.93 acres) from R-8 to C-2
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from March 18 and April 1, 2026 meetings
• Work session includes Planning Commission training and agenda review

City Council

This is a work session with three presentations on the General Fund Sustainability Plan, budget revenues and compensation, and CARE tax award discussions. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the council will hear proposals and ask questions.

• Presentation on General Fund Sustainability Plan by Fred Philpot, LRB Finance (90 min)
• Presentation on Budget: Revenues and Compensation by Finance Director Brandon C. Nelson and others (90 min)
• Presentation on CARE Taxes — Award Discussion and Deliberation by Finance Director and Budget Manager (30 min)

The City Council held a work session to review a financial sustainability model projecting a fund balance depletion by 2030 without action. Staff proposed creating a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund to house all operational property tax revenue for increased transparency. No final votes were taken on tax increases or rate adjustments during this session.

• Proposed creation of a Public Safety Special Revenue Fund to house 100% of operational property tax revenue
• Proposed 5.5% base rate increase for the Water Fund
• Proposed rate increases for Water Reclamation to fund a $65 million bond in late 2026
• Proposed rate increases for Storm Water to fund canal abandonment and infrastructure repairs
• Proposed rate increases for Solid Waste and Street Lighting to cover new Waste Management contracts
• Proposed fee increases for most Recreation services