Orem public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Council will discuss the dispatch relationship with Provo City and updates to moderate income housing strategies. Public hearings are set regarding trails, bike lanes, and a new water conservation plan. The agenda also includes several appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Public hearing on Orem City General Plan trails and bike lanes
• Public hearing for adopting the 2022 Water Conservation Plan
• Resolution to accept the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Audit Report
• Appointment of Jeff Lambson as Mayor Pro Tem
• Campus Drive Parking Permit District resolution

The City Council approved a state-mandated water conservation plan and authorized a severance agreement for resigning City Manager Jamie Davidson. The council also approved several board appointments and zoning changes for the Business Park zone.

• Adopted 2022 Water Conservation Plan (7-0)
• Approved severance agreement for City Manager Jamie Davidson (7-0)
• Approved zoning change of 3.15 acres to PD51 zone at 720 North 1550 East (6-0)
• Approved allowing fast food restaurants with drive-thrus in Business Park zone (7-0)
• Dissolved neighborhood parking district on Campus Drive (7-0)
• Appointed Helena Kleinlein and Mike Carpenter to Planning Commission (4-3)
• Appointed Lon Bowen, Devin Peirce, Amber Laursen, Olivia Johnson, and Britni Laidler to Historic Preservation Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Reappointed Darren Hawkins to Natural Resource Committee (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on changing the land use designation along State Street from Mixed-Use District to Community Commercial. The meeting also includes reviews of site plans for Hillcrest Park and condominium plat amendments at 520 South 1230 West. A presentation on the Transportation Master Plan is scheduled for the pre-meeting session.

• Land use change from Mixed-Use District to Community Commercial along State Street
• Condominium plat amendments at 520 South 1230 West
• Site plan approval for Hillcrest Park at 651 East 1400 South
• Modification of use and occupancy restrictions at 380 East 240 North
• Presentation of the Transportation Master Plan

The Planning Commission approved the site plan for Hillcrest Park and a condominium plat change. It also sent two recommendations to the City Council regarding land use and occupancy restrictions.

• Approved site plan for Hillcrest Park at 651 East 1400 South (4-0)
• Approved vacating Courtside Place Condominiums, Plat A and approving Green Brier and Courtside Place Plat A Amended (4-0)
• Positive recommendation to City Council to modify occupancy restrictions at 380 East 240 North (4-0)
• Positive recommendation to City Council to change State Street land use from Mixed-Use District to Community Commercial (4-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (4-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution for the acceptance and certification of the 2022 Utah County General Election and Proposition #2. This special session is limited to this single scheduled item.

• Resolution for the acceptance and certification of the 2022 Utah County General Election and Proposition #2

The City Council, acting as the Board of Canvassers, approved and certified the results of the 2022 Utah County General Election regarding Proposition #2. The resolution declared that Proposition #2 for the Orem School District failed.

• Certified 2022 General Election results for Proposition #2 (5-0)
• Declared Proposition #2 (Orem School District) failed (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning at 720 North 1550 East and updates to fast food regulations in the Business Park zone. The agenda also includes updates on the 1600 North Project and the Transportation Master Plan.

• Rezoning 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East from Business Park to PD51 zone
• Allowing fast food and drive-thrus in the Business Park zone near 800 North and University Avenue
• Update on the 1600 North Project
• Update on the Transportation Master Plan
• Discussion of Campus Drive parking permits

The City Council approved a zoning change to allow 25 attached residential units at 720 North 1550 East. Council also approved amendments to the Business Park zone to allow fast food restaurants with drive-thrus. Other items including a parking district dissolution and the 2023 meeting schedule were discussed but not decided.

• Approved rezoning 3.15 acres from Business Park (BP) to PD51 for 25 residential units (6-0)
• Approved amending SLU Code 5811 to permit fast food restaurants with drive-thrus in the Business Park (BP) zone (7-0)
• Approved architectural standards for the west side development project area in the BP zone (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding subdivision plats and lot vacations in the M2 and R8 zones. These include developments at 750 North 1345 West, 640 North 960 East, and 866 East 970 North. The agenda also includes consideration of preliminary and final plats for Ostergaard.

• Public hearing: 15-52 Industrial Park at 750 North 1345 West
• Public hearing: Cascade Estates/Cascade View at 640 North 960 East
• Public hearing: Bela Vista Estates at 866 East 970 North
• Approval of preliminary and final plats for Ostergaard at 1956 North 400 West

The Planning Commission unanimously approved four requests to vacate lots and approve new plats for industrial and residential properties. These actions allow for the consolidation of lots for a corrections center and the adjustment of residential property lines.

• Approved vacating Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6 of 15-52 Industrial Park, Plat A and approving Plat C at 750 North 1345 West (4-0)
• Approved vacating Lots 1 and 13 of Cascade Estates, Plat A and Lot 2 of Cascade View, Plat G Amended and approving Cascade Estates, Plat D at 640 North 960 East (4-0)
• Approved vacating Lots 4 and 5 of Bela Vista Estates, Plat B and approving Bela Vista Estates, Plat F at 866 East 970 North (4-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Ostergaard, Plat D at 1956 North 400 West (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 19, 2022 (4-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding rezoning 3.15 acres in the River District and updating land use rules for fast food in the Business Park zone. The agenda also includes discussions on a water conservation plan update and amendments to the 2022-2023 budget.

• Rezoning 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East from Business Park to PD51 zone
• Ordinance allowing fast food and drive-thrus in the Business Park zone
• Resolution renaming a portion of 165 South as Bruin Boulevard
• Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
• Extension of Sign Zone E to include part of CenterPoint Church property

The City Council approved amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and renamed a portion of 165 South as Bruin Boulevard. The council also approved a sign zone extension for CenterPoint Church and appointed Janet Alverez to the CDBG Commission.

• Approved renaming a portion of 165 South between 400 West and 800 West as Bruin Boulevard and 165 South (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Janet Alverez to the CDBG commission (5-0)
• Approved ordinance extending Sign Zone E to include a portion of CenterPoint Church property at 1550 S Sandhill Road (5-0)
• Continued rezoning of 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East to the next meeting on Nov 9 (5-0)
• Continued ordinance regarding fast food use in Business Park zone to the next meeting on Nov 9 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending the Current Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding several subdivision plats and land use changes. This includes reviewing updates to the Orem City General Plan for trails and bike lanes.

• Approval of preliminary and final plat for The Concord Plat A at 507 N 400 W
• Public hearing for Pearhollow Estates Plat E at 549 W 880 S
• Public hearing for Selman Subdivision, Plat B at 385 North 200 East
• Amendment to Orem City General Plan regarding trails and bike lanes

The Orem Planning Commission approved three subdivision plats and forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council for amending the General Plan's trails and bike lanes map. All four agenda items passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. The meeting also included a study session and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for The Concord Plat A at 507 N 400 W (5-0)
• Approved vacating lots and creating Pearhollow Estates Plat E at 549 W 880 S, with a deed condition (5-0)
• Approved vacating lots and creating Selman Subdivision Plat B at 385 N 200 E, with a deed condition (5-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for amending General Plan Map 6 – Proposed Trails and Bike Lanes (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 5, 2022 (5-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding outdoor play area rules for day care services and residential preschools. They will also consider extending a sign zone to 1550 S Sandhill Road and review the Deer Creek Intake Project.

• Resolution expressing support for a new Orem School District
• Public hearing on home and commercial day care outdoor play area rules
• Ordinance to extend Sign Zone E to 1550 S Sandhill Road
• Presentation on the Deer Creek Intake Project
• Amendments to Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals terms

The City Council passed a resolution outlining support for a new Orem School District, with Mayor Young and council members Spencer, Peterson, and Millett voting in favor; Macdonald, Lambson, and Lauret voted against. The council also approved amendments to day care outdoor play area regulations, enacted a new residential preschool land use code, and continued a sign zone item for CenterPoint Church to the next meeting.

• Passed resolution supporting new Orem School District (4-3)
• Amended Section 22-6-9(F)(8) and enacted Section 22-6-9(G)(14) on day care outdoor play areas, minus last sentence (6-1)
• Enacted Section 22-6-9(M) Residential Preschool land use code (7-0)
• Amended Section 2-1-5 Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals term limits (7-0)
• Continued sign zone extension for CenterPoint Church to Oct 25 meeting (7-0)
• Moved Recreation Advisory Commission annual report to next meeting (7-0)
• Moved personal appearances to prior to item 8.6 (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review minor amendments to the city's Trails and Bike Lanes master plan. The commission will also consider a site plan for Nickelmania at 1000 North State Street. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding Timpanogos Research Technology Park and The Summit at Canyon Park Condominiums.

• Site plan approval for Nickelmania at 1000 North State Street
• Public hearing for Lot S, Phase 1, Timpanogos Research Technology Park
• Approval of The Summit at Canyon Park Condominiums at 500 E Timpanogos Parkway
• Review of minor amendments to the Trails and Bike Lanes master plan

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously approved a site plan for Nickelmania, an arcade game center at 1000 North State Street, and approved a condominium conversion at 500 E Timpanogos Parkway. Both items passed 6-0 with no public opposition.

• Approved site plan for Nickelmania arcade at 1000 North State Street (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Lot S, Phase 1, Timpanogos Research Technology Park and The Summit at Canyon Park Condominiums at 500 E Timpanogos Parkway (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 21, 2022 with correction to Murray Low's vote on item 3.5 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution expressing opposition to the Alpine School District's $595 million bond. They will also discuss merging Orem and Provo dispatch services. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on sign zone changes and housing plan updates.

• Resolution opposing the $595 million Alpine School District General Obligation Bond
• Resolution expressing intent to combine Orem and Provo dispatch services
• Public hearing regarding sign zone changes at 1550 S Sandhill Road
• Public hearing to update housing sections of the Orem General Plan
• Reappointments to the Planning Commission and Summerfest Committee

The council voted 4-3 to approve a resolution opposing Alpine School District's $595 million general obligation bond. They also approved sign zone changes for CenterPoint Church, adopted moderate income housing strategies, and expressed intent to combine Orem dispatch services with Provo dispatch. Several reappointments to boards and commissions were confirmed.

• Approved resolution opposing Alpine School District's $595M bond (4-3)
• Approved ordinance extending Sign Zone E for CenterPoint Church digital sign at 1550 S Sandhill Road (7-0)
• Approved amending Chapter 4 (Housing) of General Plan with moderate income housing strategies (7-0)
• Approved resolution expressing intent to combine Orem dispatch services with Provo dispatch (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Haysam Saker to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Shelley Seastrand to Summerfest Committee (7-0)
• Approved moving personal appearances to before item 8.6 on agenda (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes and review an appeal for a plat extension. These include rezoning 3.15 acres in the River District and updating housing strategies.

• Rezoning 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East from Business Park to PD-51
• Allowing fast food with drive-thrus in the Business Park zone
• Amending Orem General Plan regarding moderate income housing strategies
• Extending preliminary plat approval for Hernandez Plat A at 534 N 600 West
• Updating day care codes regarding outdoor play areas

The Planning Commission voted on six items, including a split vote on the River District PD-51 rezone (3-2), resulting in a neutral recommendation to the City Council. They unanimously approved a preliminary plat extension for Hernandez Plat A and forwarded positive recommendations on residential preschool, day care outdoor play areas, fast food in Business Park zone, and housing plan amendments.

• Approved 1-year extension of preliminary plat for Hernandez Plat A (5-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for Residential Preschool land use code (5-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for day care outdoor play area regulations (5-0)
• Forwarded neutral recommendation to City Council for PD-51 River District rezone at 720 North 1550 East (3-2)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to allow fast food with drive-thru in Business Park zone (4-1)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for Housing General Plan amendments including moderate income housing strategies (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation on the concept for a new City Hall. The council will also discuss proposed changes to the city's housing plan and dispatch services with Provo. Additionally, the meeting includes a rezoning public hearing and several appointments.

• Presentation of the New City Hall concept
• Proposed amendments to the Orem General Plan (Housing)
• Rezoning of 258 N 800 E from R8 to R6.5 zone
• Ordinance changes regarding inspection fees for moving structures
• Appointment of Steve Earl as City Attorney

The City Council discussed and advanced a plan to merge Orem's dispatch center with Provo's, citing staffing shortages and service improvements. They also approved a rezone of 258 N 800 E from R-8 to R-6.5 to allow two lots, and reappointed several board members. No final vote on the dispatch merger was taken; it remains under discussion.

• Approved rezone of 258 N 800 E from R-8 to R-6.5 (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Paul Dunn to Natural Resource Stewardship Committee (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Bryant Christensen, Stephen Frisby, Michael Sroufe, and James Williams to Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Steve Earl as City Attorney (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending moving-structure inspection fees and approval authority (7-0)
• Approved Economic Development Strategic Plan (7-0)
• Tabled approval of June 28 and July 12 meeting minutes to September 27 meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning for the River District and changes to fast food use in Business Park zones. The agenda also includes subdivision approvals, sign zone updates, and discussions on General Plan amendments to comply with state law.

• Rezoning 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East from Business Park to PD-51
• Allowing fast food and drive-thrus in certain Business Park zones
• Approving the Kelly Subdivision Plat E at 663 South 350 West
• Vacating lots and approving Cherry Oak Estates Plat B at 235 W 800 S
• Extending Sign Zone E to include part of CenterPoint Church property

The Orem Planning Commission continued two public hearings to September 21, 2022: the proposed PD-51 (River District) zone for 3.15 acres at 720 North 1550 East, and an amendment to allow fast food with drive-thru in the Business Park zone at 800 North and University Avenue. The commission approved a preliminary plat for Kelly Subdivision Plat E at 663 South 350 West, vacated lots and approved Cherry Oak Estates Plat B at 235 W 800 S, and gave a positive recommendation with conditions for extending Sign Zone E at CenterPoint Church property at 1550 S Sandhill Road.

• Continued River District PD-51 zone change to September 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued fast food drive-thru amendment in Business Park zone to September 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Kelly Subdivision Plat E at 663 South 350 West (unanimous)
• Approved vacating Lots 5 and 8 of Cherry Oak Estates Plat A and approving Plat B at 235 W 800 S (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation with conditions for extending Sign Zone E at CenterPoint Church, 1550 S Sandhill Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 with correction (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a property rezoning at 507 North 400 West and the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on flood damage prevention and updates to the Orem General Plan. Additionally, the council will review inter-local agreements with Utah County for road improvements.

• Rezoning of 507 North 400 West from R7.5 to R6.5 zone
• Public hearing for the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Ordinance amendment regarding flood damage prevention requirements
• Inter-local agreement with Utah County for improvements at 1600 North and 400 East
• Resolution to amend the late fee schedule for civil infractions

The council voted to continue the Economic Development Strategic Plan update to September 13, 2022, after discussion about removing references to duplexes and medium-density housing. They also approved consent items including parking permits for Springwater neighborhood, a late fee schedule amendment, and an inter-local agreement with Utah County for road improvements at 1600 North 400 East. Two zoning changes were approved: rezoning 507 North 400 West from R7.5 to R6.5, and amending flood damage prevention code to require one foot above base flood elevation.

• Continued Economic Development Strategic Plan to September 13, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved consent items: parking permits, late fee schedule, inter-local road agreement (6-0)
• Appointed Marlan Coe and Kathleen Turner to Transportation Advisory Board (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 507 North 400 West from R7.5 to R6.5 (6-0)
• Approved flood damage prevention code amendment for base flood elevation (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a McDonald’s located at 650 East 800 South. The agenda includes public hearings regarding rezoning at 258 N 800 E and amendments to Northgate Plaza Retail Condominiums. Additionally, the commission will discuss changes to inspection fees related to moving structures.

• Site plan approval for McDonald’s at 650 East 800 South
• Amendment to Northgate Plaza Retail Condominiums at 966 West 800 North
• Rezoning of property at 258 N 800 E from R8 to R6.5 zone
• Changes to inspection fees and personnel for moving structures
• Vacating Washburn Park, Plat B at 860 West 1250 South

General

The City Council is considering a resolution to initiate the process of creating a new school district with boundaries contiguous to Orem. The resolution also requests that a measure for this new district be placed on the November 8, 2022, ballot for voter approval.

• Resolution to initiate the creation of a new school district
• Requesting a school district creation measure for the November 8, 2022, ballot

General

The City Council will hold a presentation and question and answer meeting concerning the Orem School District feasibility study. The public is invited to participate in this session.

• Orem School District feasibility study presentation and Q&A

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 5 (Economics) of the Orem General Plan. The commission is asked to review and make a recommendation to the City Council for adopting the Orem Economic Development Strategic Plan.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 5 (Economics) of the Orem General Plan
• Recommendation for adoption of the Orem Economic Development Strategic Plan via Appendix E amendment
• Review and approval of July 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to amend Chapter 5 of the Orem General Plan and adopt the June 2022 Economic Development Strategic Plan as Appendix E, with specific modifications. The amendments add a non-binding advisory clause, delete references to medium-density housing and zoning changes, and clarify mixed-use development as non-residential. The commission also approved the July 6, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to amend Chapter 5 and adopt EDSP as Appendix E (7-0)
• Added advisory-only language to Appendix E per City Code 22-1-10
• Deleted two bullet points on duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes, and medium-density zoning from EDSP page 29
• Deleted sentence about facilitating medium-density residential accommodations from EDSP page 29
• Added '(non-residential)' to mixed-use development in EDSP page 29
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2022 meeting (7-0)

General

The meeting consists of a presentation and a question and answer session regarding the Orem School District Feasibility Study. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Orem School District Feasibility Study presentation
• Question and Answer meeting

General

The meeting includes a presentation regarding the Orem School District Feasibility Study. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

• Orem School District Feasibility Study presentation
• Question and answer meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone the property at 659 South 350 West. The meeting also includes presentations on parking permits for the Springwater Neighborhood and a school district split feasibility study. Additionally, several appointments to city boards and commissions are scheduled for consideration.

• Rezoning of 659 South 350 West from R8 to R6
• Presentation on parking permits for Springwater Neighborhood
• Presentation on gang loitering
• Renewal contract for the Office of Legislative Counsel
• School District Split Feasibility Study presentation

The Orem City Council received a presentation from Discover Education Consultants on the feasibility of creating a new Orem-only school district. The study concluded a new district is feasible and could maintain the status quo without significant tax changes, but also presented scenarios where taxes would increase. No decision was made; the council scheduled three public meetings and will vote on August 2, 2022. The council also approved several appointments and a rezoning, and heard public comments on the potential school district split.

• Approved consent items including minutes from April 26, May 10, May 24, and June 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Appointed James Hawkes to the Planning Commission (7-0)
• Reappointed Kenneth Ransom, Tanya Harmon, and Giovana Alisa to the CDBG Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Brent Tobler, Joseph Gordon, Robert Moore, and Gary Morley to the Public Works Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 659 South 350 West from R8 to R6 (7-0)
• Approved renewal of the Office of Legislative Counsel contract for six months (5-2)
• Received school district split feasibility study; no action taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to rezone the property at 507 North 400 West from R7.5 to R6.5, allowing the owners to create four standard lots. The Commission also continued the public hearing on the Orem Economic Development Strategic Plan to July 15, 2022, and forwarded a positive recommendation on flood damage prevention code amendments.

• Rezoning 507 N 400 W from R7.5 to R6.5 recommended to City Council (6-0)
• Economic Development Strategic Plan hearing continued to July 15, 2022
• Flood damage prevention code amendments recommended to City Council

City Council

The council will discuss the Economic Development Strategic Plan and public outreach for a school district study. Scheduled actions include ordinances to amend the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget and the city's storm water utility code.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 23 of the Orem City Code for Storm Water Utility
• Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget
• Presentation on the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Resolution authorizing participation in the Utah Valley HOME Consortium
• Appointment of LaNae Millett as Mayor Pro Tem

The Orem City Council approved an ordinance amending Chapter 23 of the city code for stormwater utility, adding a $1,000 bond requirement and new compliance measures. They also approved an ordinance amending the FY2021-2022 budget, and passed consent items including participation in the Utah Valley HOME Consortium, appointment of Council Member LaNae Millett as Mayor Pro Tem, and a resolution on Utah State Retirement contributions. The council discussed but did not vote on several items, including the Economic Development Strategic Plan, fraud risk assessment, public outreach for the school district study, and a proposed parking proximity ordinance.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 23 stormwater utility code (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending FY2021-2022 budget (7-0)
• Approved consent items: HOME Consortium participation, Mayor Pro Tem appointment, retirement contribution resolution (7-0)
• Moved to closed meeting to discuss individual's character/professional competence (7-0)

Board of Adjustments

The Board will hold a discussion regarding a variance request for the property at 2501 East Provo Canyon Road in the OS5 zone. This meeting is scheduled for discussion only. The board will also review minutes from July 17, 2019.

• Variance discussion for 2501 East Provo Canyon Road
• Review and approval of July 17, 2019 minutes

The Board of Adjustments discussed a variance request by Sean Hadlock to rebuild a home at 2501 East Provo Canyon Road without connecting to the city sewer system, instead using a septic tank. The board took no action on the variance itself and continued the item to an undetermined date, pending additional information such as base flood elevation certification and health department requirements. The board also elected Karen Jeffreys as chair and approved minutes from a 2019 meeting.

• Continued variance request for 2501 East Provo Canyon Road to undetermined date (unanimous)
• Elected Karen Jeffreys as Board Chair
• Approved draft minutes of July 17, 2019 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Rolling Sand Subdivision and a property rezoning at 659 South 350 West. The commission will also review a recommendation for the Orem Economic Development Strategic Plan.

• Public hearing for Rolling Sand Subdivision, Plat A at 1765 South Sandhill Road
• Rezoning of 659 South 350 West from R8 to R6 zone
• Preliminary plat approval for Bastian Residence Subdivision at 172 West 1800 South
• Recommendation for the Orem Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Nomination of a new Vice-Chair

The Orem Planning Commission approved the vacation of Lot 1 of Tucker Subdivision and the preliminary plat of Rolling Sand Subdivision, approved the preliminary plat of Bastian Residence Subdivision, and forwarded a positive recommendation to rezone 659 South 350 West from R8 to R6. The commission continued the Economic Development Strategic Plan item to July 6, 2022.

• Approved vacation of Lot 1 of Tucker Subdivision and preliminary plat of Rolling Sand Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Bastian Residence Subdivision (unanimous)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to rezone 659 South 350 West from R8 to R6 (unanimous)
• Continued Economic Development Strategic Plan item to July 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the FY 2022-2023 budget, property taxes, and fee rates. The agenda also includes discussions on stormwater code amendments and critical incident protocols for police and fire departments. Additionally, the council will consider transferring funds from enterprise funds to the General Fund.

• Public hearing for adopting the FY 2022-2023 budget and setting tax rates
• Proposed transfer of funds from enterprise funds to the General Fund
• Resolution regarding fines for civil infractions
• Amendment to CDBG CARES Act funding plan
• Appointment of Mark Shurtliff to the Beautification Commission

The Council approved the FY 2022-2023 budget of $140,619,863, along with the CDBG-CV fund allocation and enterprise fund transfers. They also appointed Mark Shurtliff to the Beautification Commission and continued a resolution on fines for civil infractions to a later date. Discussions covered HOME Consortium participation, storm water code amendments, and school safety protocols, but no final actions were taken on those items.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget of $140,619,863 (7-0)
• Approved CDBG-CV fund allocation of $287,940 and substantial amendment to 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan (7-0)
• Approved enterprise fund transfers as presented (7-0)
• Appointed Mark Shurtliff to Beautification Commission (7-0)
• Continued resolution on fines for civil infractions to a later date (7-0)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the projected use of Community Development Block Grant funds for fiscal year 2022-2023. They will also consider a conditional use permit for T-Mobile antennas at 1510 North State Street. The meeting includes updates on Hillcrest Park and annual reports from city committees.

• T-Mobile cell tower permit at 1510 North State Street
• Public hearing for FY 2022-2023 CDBG projected use of funds
• Ordinance for FY 2022/2023 Care Tax revenues
• Appointment of Linda Parkinson to the Neighborhood Advisory Board
• Resolution regarding fines for civil infractions

The Orem City Council approved a conditional use permit for a T-Mobile stealth cell antenna on Alpine Credit Union at 1510 North State Street, and supported moving forward with a cell tower agreement for City Center Park. The council also approved the CDBG funding resolution for FY 2022-2023, appointed Linda Parkinson to the Neighborhood Advisory Board, and continued a resolution on fines for civil infractions to the next meeting. The meeting included discussions on Hillcrest Park design, with a request for redesigns addressing restroom concerns.

• Approved T-Mobile stealth cell antenna conditional use permit at 1510 North State Street (7-0)
• Supported moving forward with T-Mobile cell tower agreement for City Center Park
• Approved CDBG use of funds for FY 2022-2023 (7-0)
• Appointed Linda Parkinson to Neighborhood Advisory Board (7-0)
• Continued Fines for Civil Infractions Resolution to June 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including CARE Tax revenues and Utah Lake Authority appointment (7-0)
• Adjourned to closed meeting for litigation strategy (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to rezone approximately 9.2 acres from R12 to PRD at 1600 South 400 West. The commission will also consider the site plan for Quench-It located at 692 East 800 South.

• Site plan approval for Quench-It at 692 East 800 South
• Public hearing for rezoning 9.2 acres from R12 to PRD at 1600 South 400 West
• Review and approval of May 4, 2022, meeting minutes

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously approved the site plan for a Quench-It soda shop at 692 East 800 South in the PD34 zone. The commission also voted unanimously to forward a negative recommendation to the City Council for a proposed rezone of 9.2 acres from R12 to PRD at approximately 1600 South 400 West, with a condition that Lot 4 and the stubbed street be switched.

• Approved Quench-It site plan at 692 East 800 South (unanimous)
• Forwarded negative recommendation to City Council for R12 to PRD rezone at 1600 South 400 West (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss wastewater planning, grant applications, and residential occupancy limits during a work session. During the regular session, they will hold public hearings for the fiscal year 2022-2023 tentative budgets for the city, RDA, and SSLD. The council will also consider appointments to the Planning and Beautification commissions.

• Public hearing for City of Orem Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Tentative Budget
• Public hearing for RDA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Tentative Budget
• Public hearing for SSLD Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Tentative Budget
• Appointment of Gerald Grismon to the Planning Commission
• Appointments to the Beautification Commission

The Orem City Council adopted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, totaling $140,793,863, with a unanimous vote. The council also appointed Gerald Grismon to the Planning Commission and Barbra Cooper and Jared Goble to the Beautification Commission. Several items were discussed but not decided, including CARE grant funding recommendations and residential occupancy limits.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 tentative budget of $140,793,863 (unanimous)
• Appointed Gerald Grismon to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Barbra Cooper and Jared Goble to Beautification Commission (unanimous)
• Continued approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes to next meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a conditional use permit for T-Mobile antennas at Alpine Credit Union. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the Hillside Acres II preliminary plat.

• Conditional Use Permit for T-Mobile cell antennas at 1510 North State Street
• Public hearing for Hillside Acres II, Plat A at 700 South 800 West
• Vacating Lot 3 of 8th & 8th Subdivision, Plat A

The Orem Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council for a conditional use permit allowing T-Mobile to install stealth cell antennas on the Alpine Credit Union building at 1510 North State Street. The commission also approved vacating Lot 3 of the 8th & 8th Subdivision and the preliminary plat for Hillside Acres II, a three-lot subdivision at 700 South 800 West. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Recommended approval of T-Mobile stealth cell site at 1510 North State Street (unanimous)
• Approved vacating Lot 3 of 8th & 8th Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Hillside Acres II, Plat A (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Community Development Block Grant funding for CARES Act projects. The agenda also includes progress updates on the City Hall build, water tank project, and parking fee schedules.

• Public hearing on CDBG funds for CARES Act
• Resolution to adopt 2022 MAG Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan
• Update on City Hall construction
• Update on water tank project
• Discussion of parking fee schedule updates

The Orem City Council approved the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for COVID-19 response, including $10,000 for library hotspots and $5,500 for picnic tables at Sharon Elementary. The council also discussed but did not vote on parking fine increases, a new city logo, and a new city hall building. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved CDBG-CV funding allocation of $10,000 for library hotspots and $5,500 for Sharon Elementary picnic tables (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and MAG Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Discussed parking fine increases but did not vote; consensus to raise ADA violations to $150, fire lane/hydrant to $50, stop sign/obstructing traffic to $50, keep others at $25
• Discussed new 'Family City USA' logo but no formal action
• Discussed new city hall building options but no formal action

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for RHB Office Warehouse Condominiums at 1124 North 1300 West. The commission will also review the preliminary plat for Geneva Heights Terrace at 1058 West 570 North.

• Site plan approval for RHB Office Warehouse Condominiums at 1124 North 1300 West
• Vacating Lots 3 and 4 of Meikle John Industrial Park, Plat A
• Preliminary plat approval for Geneva Heights Terrace, Plat C

City Council

The City Council will discuss the capital improvement projects budget and the water fee abatement program. The agenda includes a public hearing for Community Development Block Grant funds and several advisory commission appointments. A motion will also be considered to remove bulb out traffic calming devices on specific streets.

• Removal of bulb out traffic calming devices along Palisade Drive and 500 East
• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projected use of funds
• Appointments to the Arts Council, Transportation Advisory Commission, and Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
• Discussion regarding Capital Improvement Projects budget
• Beautification Committee Annual Report

The Orem City Council voted unanimously to remove bulb-out traffic calming devices along Palisade Drive (800 North to Center Street) and 500 East (800 South to 1150 South), while maintaining the installed speed tables. The council also approved appointments to the Arts Council, Transportation Advisory Commission, and Senior Citizens Advisory Commission, and approved the consent agenda. A public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for FY 2022-2023 was held with no public comments.

• Approved removal of bulb-out traffic calming devices on Palisade Drive and 500 East (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 22, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Arts Council: Michael Smith, La Beene, Alex Malone, Scott Swain, Mike Ramsey (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Transportation Advisory Commission: Laura Redford, Jay Przybyla (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission: Joyce Ottens, Kathleen Thrugood, Sarah Paulson, Verl Hooley, Craig Huish (7-0)
• Held public hearing on CDBG funding allocation of approximately $775,214.05 for FY 2022-2023; no comments received

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on CDBG funds for the CARES Act. Discussions are also scheduled regarding sewer rate philosophy, water fee abatement, and fleet and IT budgets.

• Public hearing on CARES Act CDBG-CV funding amendment
• Discussion of operational, fleet, and IT budgets
• Discussion regarding sewer rate philosophy
• Discussion regarding Water Fee Abatement Program
• Appointments to the Beautification Committee and Orem Neighborhood Commission

The Orem City Council approved a resolution to accept public comments and approve a substantial amendment to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan, allocating $287,940 in CDBG-CV funds for COVID-19 response, including $7,000 to United Way, $3,253 to Community Action Services, and $25,000 to MAG Aging Services. The council also expressed support for changing sewer fee implementation to charge only registered accessory dwelling units, but asked staff to explore an opt-out for non-renting residents. The water fee abatement program was continued to the next work session. Appointments were made to the Beautification Committee and Orem Neighborhood Commission.

• Approved CDBG-CV funding amendment (7-0)
• Appointed Joshua Daughetee to Beautification Committee (7-0)
• Appointed Cinzia Noble to Orem Neighborhood Commission (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and voter participation resolution (7-0)
• Expressed support for changing sewer fee implementation to charge only registered ADUs, with staff to explore opt-out option
• Continued water fee abatement program to next work session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider approving the overall preliminary plat for Mountain Grove, which includes Mountain Grove Plat A. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the March 2, 2022, meeting.

• Preliminary plat approval for Mountain Grove at 1430 N 400 E
• Review and approval of March 2, 2022, meeting minutes

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for Mountain Grove, including Mountain Grove Plat A, a 22-home subdivision at 1430 North 400 East. The project will add two new roads and two cul-de-sacs connecting Timpanogos Boulevard and 400 E. The motion passed 7-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting.

• Approved preliminary plat for Mountain Grove, including Plat A (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2022 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget, revenue, and compensation. The council will also review the waste collection process and receive an update on Hillcrest Park. Several appointments to various advisory boards and commissions are scheduled for consideration.

• Discussion of Budget, Revenue & Compensation
• Discussion regarding Waste Collection Process
• Update on Hillcrest Park
• Appointments to the Board of Adjustments and several advisory boards
• Sleepy Ridge Golf Course Annual Report

The Orem City Council held a work session and regular meeting on March 9, 2022. During the work session, they discussed a proposal to combine green and normal waste collection, reviewed revenue and compensation, and received updates on public noticing, Hillcrest Park, and voter participation areas. In the regular session, the council approved the consent agenda and several appointments to city boards and commissions, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ott Dameron to Board of Adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Denee Tyler and Stacy Goulding, and appointment of Shiona MacKay to CARE Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Christie Ekins to Summerfest Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Elaine Porter, Sean Orullian, Jason Bond, and Tayna Harmon to Beautification Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Elaine Porter, Sean Orullian, Jason Bond, and Tayna Harmon to Library Advisory Commission (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Hyde-N-Wait plat changes at 148 East 1600 South. The commission will also consider the site plan for University Place Marriott Courtyard at 750 E Park Avenue. Additionally, the commission will review minutes from the February 16, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing for Hyde-N-Wait, Plat B at 148 East 1600 South
• Site plan approval for University Place Marriott Courtyard at 750 E Park Avenue
• Review and approval of February 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously approved two items: vacating Lot 1 of Hyde-N-Wait, Plat A and approving Plat B to split a lot at 148 East 1600 South, and approving the site plan for a new Marriott Courtyard hotel at 750 E Park Avenue. Both motions passed 7-0.

• Approved vacating Lot 1 of Hyde-N-Wait, Plat A and approving Plat B at 148 East 1600 South (7-0)
• Approved site plan for University Place Marriott Courtyard at 750 E Park Avenue (7-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding zoning map amendments for several city districts and development standards along the State Street corridor. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the 2021-2022 budget and appointments to various city commissions.

• Zoning changes for Hub, Arts, City Center, Canyon Crossing, and North Village Districts
• Amending development standards along the State Street corridor
• Public hearing on amending the 2021-2022 budget
• Resolution for a School Resource Officer agreement with Alpine School District
• Appointments to Library, Beautification, and Planning Commissions

The Orem City Council approved an ordinance rezoning properties in the Hub, Arts, City Center, Canyon Crossing, and North Village districts back to their pre-2018 zones (C1, C2, C3, R6, R6.5, R8, PD-1, PD-30, PD-37, PD-39, PD-40) and amending development standards along State Street. The changes reduce maximum building height in C2 zones from 60 to 48 feet, require a 15-foot landscaped setback, and eliminate minimum building height and other requirements. The council also approved the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget amendments, including funds for police vehicles and equipment. Appointments to the Library and Beautification Advisory Commissions were continued, and a resolution on the Utah Lake Authority was tabled.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a School Resource Officer agreement with Alpine School District.
• Approved the appointment of Tina Okolowitz to the Planning Commission.
• Continued appointments to the Library Advisory Commission and Beautification Advisory Commission.
• Approved the ordinance rezoning State Street districts and amending development standards.
• Approved the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget amendments.
• Continued the resolution regarding the Utah Lake Authority (HB 232).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Chelsea Subdivision at 1920 South 50 West. The Commission will also consider the site plan for Orem Technology Center Buildings 6 and 7, which includes conditions for a traffic signal at 1200 N Geneva Road.

• Public hearing to vacate Lot 7 of Chelsea Subdivision at 1920 South 50 West
• Site plan approval for Orem Technology Center Buildings 6 and 7
• Requirement for developer to coordinate a traffic signal at 1200 N Geneva Road with UDOT
• Bond requirement for the completion of the traffic signal prior to building permits

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Economic Development Plan and Utah Lake Authority Resolution. Public hearings are scheduled regarding parking requirements in the Student Housing Village zone and land use for tattoo shops.

• Increasing parking rate to one stall per occupancy unit in PD-21 (Student Housing Village) zone
• Changing tattoo and body piercing from a not permitted use to a permitted use in the C3 zone
• Appointments to the Transportation Advisory Commission and Heritage Advisory Commission
• Reviewing proposals for a School District Split Study

The City Council voted unanimously to direct Legislative Counsel to review proposals for a feasibility study on splitting from the Alpine School District. The council also approved an ordinance increasing parking requirements in the PD-21 zone to one stall per bed, and approved a zoning change allowing tattoos as an accessory use in C3 zones. The Utah Lake Authority resolution was tabled to February 22.

• Approved motion to direct Legislative Counsel to review proposals for school district split study (7-0)
• Approved ordinance increasing parking rate to 1 stall per bed in PD-21 zone (7-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing tattoos as accessory use in C3 zone (4-3)
• Tabled Utah Lake Authority resolution to February 22 (7-0)
• Approved amendments to Article 2-15 of City Code regarding Planning Commission (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments and minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will review a site plan for Call’s Place Orem City and hold public hearings regarding JEM Estates. The agenda also includes proposed changes to the city's zoning map and development standards along State Street.

• Site plan approval for "Call’s Place Orem City" at 1543 West 1430 North
• Public hearing regarding JEM Estates, Plat J and Plat K at 145 North 600 West
• Zoning map amendments for the Hub, Arts, City Center, Canyon Crossing, and North Village districts
• Amendments to development standards along the State Street corridor
• Election of a new Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair

The Orem Planning Commission approved the site plan for Call's Place Orem City with conditions, vacated and re-platted JEM Estates, and forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council for a large zoning map amendment affecting multiple districts. All votes were unanimous except the zoning recommendation, which passed 5-1.

• Approved site plan for Call's Place Orem City at 1543 W 1430 N, conditioned on UDOT access permit and traffic study (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of Lots 1 and 2 of JEM Estates, Plat J and approval of Plat K at 145 N 600 W (unanimous)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for zoning map amendment across Hub, Arts, City Center, Canyon Crossing, and North Village districts (5-1, Roberts nay)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning amendments, including changes to the State Street Districts and parking standards in the PD-21 zone. The council will also act on appointments and removals for the Planning Commission and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Discussion of State Street Districts Rezone and Amendments
• Proposed amendments to Tattoos & Body Piercings in C3 Zone
• Proposed amendments to Parking Standards in PD-21 Zone
• Appointments and removals for the Planning Commission
• Appointment of Terry Peterson as Mayor Pro Tem

The council voted to remove Mickey Cochran, Marissa Bentley, and Shauna Mecham from the Planning Commission and appointed Madeline Komen, Amber Pope, and Murray Low to fill the seats. The removals were contentious, with some council members and residents opposing the action. The council also approved consent items, including minutes and the appointment of Terry Peterson as Mayor Pro Tem, and discussed several zoning and development topics in a work session.

• Removed Mickey Cochran from Planning Commission (6-1)
• Removed Marissa Bentley from Planning Commission (4-3)
• Removed Shauna Mecham from Planning Commission (4-3)
• Appointed Madeline Komen to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Amber Pope to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Murray Low to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and Mayor Pro Tem appointment (unanimous)
• Appointed Ashley Coleman to Summerfest Commission and Quinn Mecham to Natural Resource Stewardship Committee (unanimous)

General

This neighborhood meeting is providing information about an update to the State Street ordinance. No decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• State Street Ordinance Update

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission is holding public hearings on several land use amendments. Proposed items include allowing tattoo shops in C3 zones and updating parking standards for the Student Housing Village zone.

• Amending code to allow tattoos & body piercing in C3 zones
• Vacating Lot 16 of The Farm, Plat A and approving The Farm, Plat C (475 S 170 W)
• Vacating Lot 15 of Cherapple Canyon Plat A and approving Cherapple Canyon Plat E (938 E 1810 N)
• Increasing parking rate to one stall per unit in the Student Housing Village zone

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously recommended amending the land use code to permit tattoos and body piercing in the C3 zone, and also approved two lot vacations and a parking standard increase for student housing. All four items passed, with the parking recommendation passing 5-2.

• Recommended allowing tattoos & body piercing in C3 zone (unanimous)
• Approved vacating Lot 16 of The Farm, Plat A and approving Plat C (unanimous)
• Approved vacating Lot 15 of Cherapple Canyon Plat A and approving Plat E (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing PD-21 parking to 1 stall per unit (5-2)

City Council

The Orem City Council will discuss Palisade traffic calming measures and the Utah Fit Premises Act. The meeting also includes a review of the Mayor Pro Tem's term from January to June 2022.

• Palisade Traffic Calming discussion
• Utah Fit Premises Act discussion
• Review of Mayor Pro Tem, January to June 2022

The Orem City Council voted 5-2 to amend city code so that the council, rather than the city manager, appoints Planning Commission members. It also voted 5-2 to establish an Office of Legislative Counsel and appoint a director to provide legal advice to the mayor and council. Both decisions were opposed by council members Lauret and Macdonald. The council also discussed traffic calming on Palisade Drive and the Utah Fit Premises Act, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved ordinance amending Planning Commission appointment, removal, and compensation (5-2)
• Approved resolution establishing Office of Legislative Counsel and appointing director (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and Beautification Committee appointment (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amending the Orem City Code regarding the appointment, removal, and compensation of Planning Commission members. The council will also discuss establishing the Office of Legislative Counsel and appointing a director.

• Ordinance amending Planning Commission appointment, removal, and compensation rules
• Resolution to establish the Office of Legislative Counsel and appoint a director
• Appointment of Anne Stahmann to the Beautification Committee
• Review of November 2021 monthly financial summary

The Orem City Council voted 5-2 to amend city code so the council, rather than the city manager, appoints Planning Commission members. It also voted 5-2 to establish an Office of Legislative Counsel and appoint a director. Both votes were split, with councilmembers Lauret and Macdonald dissenting. The council also discussed traffic calming on Palisade Drive and the Utah Fit Premises Act, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved ordinance amending Planning Commission appointment, removal, and compensation (5-2)
• Approved resolution establishing Office of Legislative Counsel and appointing director (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and Beautification Committee appointment (unanimous)

City Council

The Orem City Mayor, City Council, and Administration are attending an annual strategic planning retreat. This meeting is for discussion purposes only, and no action will be taken on any items.

City Council

The City Council scheduled a meeting with members of the city's state legislative delegation. No other specific discussion topics or decisions are listed on this special agenda.

• Meeting with members of the city's state legislative delegation

The Orem City Council held a special session with state legislators to discuss legislative priorities including housing affordability, economic development, sales tax, growth, public safety, and transportation. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and focused on aligning city and state priorities.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)