Orem public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to reauthorize the Cultural Arts and Recreation Enrichment Tax. The measure includes setting an effective date for the tax and authorizing officials to sign required documents.

• Reauthorization of a Cultural Arts and Recreation Enrichment Tax

Board of Adjustments

The Board will deliver a final decision regarding an appeal for a gas station and convenience store project. The applicant is appealing a staff determination that their DRC application was incomplete for the site at 1981 South Geneva Road.

• Appeal of staff determination for Holiday Oil at 1981 South Geneva Road

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a property rezoning near 1350 East 740 North and a proposed settlement with Wright Development Group for the property at 841 South State Street. The meeting also includes presentations on short term rentals, traffic updates, and the FY 2022-2023 independent financial audit.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1350 East 740 North from R12 to PD-52 zone
• Public hearing regarding a settlement agreement with Wright Development Group for 841 South State Street
• Presentation of the FY 2022-2023 Independent Financial Audit
• Resolution regarding a new Orem City Seal
• Resolution regarding a Historical Memorial

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will review several plat amendments and site plans. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a property rezoning and updates to the Lakeview Area Street Connection Master Plan.

• Public hearing for rezoning 6 acres at 1350 East 740 North from R12 to PD-52
• Site plan approvals for 800 N State, Quick Quack, and HCA Timpanogos ASC
• Amendment to eliminate street connections in the Lakeview Area Master Plan
• Rezoning 1430 South 400 West from R12 and R8 to Highway Services zone

City Council

The Board of Canvass will hold a special session to accept and certify the 2023 City of Orem General Election results. This item is presented by City Recorder Teresa McKitrick.

• Acceptance and certification of the 2023 General Election

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will hear an appeal concerning a determination that a DRC application for a Holiday Oil gas station and convenience store was incomplete. The board will also review minutes from the May 24, 2023 meeting and approve the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Appeal regarding an incomplete DRC application for a Holiday Oil gas station at 1981 South Geneva Road
• Review and approval of May 24, 2023 minutes
• Review and approval of the 2024 meeting calendar

Planning Commission

The commission will review a preliminary plat for property at 425 North 600 West. It will also hold public hearings regarding a rezoning of 1350 East 740 North and a proposed settlement agreement for 841 South State Street.

• Preliminary Plat approval for Mecham, Plat B at 425 North 600 West
• Public Hearing: Rezoning 1350 East 740 North from R12 to PD-52 zone
• Public Hearing: Settlement agreement between Wright Development Group and the City regarding 841 South State Street
• Discussion of Active Transportation Study with John Dorny

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding boundary adjustments between Orem and Provo near 1030 East 1630 South. The meeting also includes an ordinance regarding park lighting and closure, as well as several board appointments.

• Boundary adjustment resolution between Orem and Provo near 1030 East 1630 South
• Park Lighting and Closure Ordinance
• Recertification of the Orem Municipal Justice Court
• Appointments to Metropolitan Water District of Orem Board, Beautification Advisory Commission, and Oremfest Advisory Commission
• September 2023 Monthly Financial Report

City Council

The Orem City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on October 24, 2023. They will discuss proposed park lighting ordinance changes, city boundary adjustments, and receive reports on fall events and the Heritage Commission. In the regular session, they will hold public hearings on amending the FY 2023-2024 budget and on a zoning change to allow agritainment in the OS5/ROS zone, and consider a resolution on 'In God We Trust'.

• Public hearing on amending the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Public hearing on enacting Standard Land Use Code 7313 – Agritainment as a permitted use in OS5/ROS zone
• Proposed ordinance amending park lighting and closure (Ordinance 13-1-11)
• Proposed city boundary adjustments
• Resolution on 'In God We Trust'

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Lakeview Area Street Connection Master Plan. The meeting also includes public hearings for plat amendments at 488 North 450 West and 877 North State Street, as well as a rezoning request for 1430 South 400 West.

• Plat amendment for Thomasville at 488 North 450 West
• Plat amendment for State Street Commons Subdivision at 877 North State Street
• Public hearing to eliminate street connections in the Lakeview Area Master Plan
• Rezoning property at 1430 South 400 West to Highway Services zone

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property near 925 East 1400 South. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution to adopt an updated Transportation Master Plan and amend the City General Plan.

• Public hearing for rezoning 925 East 1400 South to include the Urban Mixed-Use Overlay Zone (UX)
• Resolution to adopt the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan
• Appointment of Carlos Iglesias and Paul Crossett to the Board of Adjustments
• Water Tank Project site tour

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will consider several plat amendments and a site plan update. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding adding agritainment as a permitted use in the OS5/ROS zone.

• Plat amendment for Central Park West and Central Park East Condominiums at 1875 South State Street
• Vacating Florence Village Condominiums and approving Milano 5, 6, and 7 Apartments at 920 West 1055 North
• Amended site plan for Jackson C-Store Addition at 1308 West University Parkway
• Public hearing on adding agritainment to the OS5/ROS zone

City Council

The Orem City Council will discuss updates to the Sewer Code and review a virtual tour of the Ballot Center. The council is also scheduled to consider adopting an updated Transportation Master Plan and an ordinance regarding campaign financial disclosures for incumbents.

• Adopting the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan
• Amending the Orem City General Plan
• Ordinance for campaign financial disclosure requirements for incumbents
• Resolution for Healthy Utah Community
• Sewer Code update presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning 925 East 1400 South to include an Urban Mixed-Use Overlay Zone. This item also includes adding concept plans and building elevations for the Hillcrest Ridge development.

• Public hearing for rezoning 925 East 1400 South
• Addition of Urban Mixed-Use Overlay Zone (UX) to specific properties
• Enacting concept plans and building elevations for Hillcrest Ridge
• Review and approval of September 6, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Orem City Council meeting scheduled for September 12, 2023, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The commission will consider adopting an updated Transportation Master Plan and amending the City General Plan. Other items include a site plan for Maverik – University Parkway and several public hearings regarding property plats and rezoning.

• Public hearing for vacating Ridgewood Estates, Plat K and approving final plat of Ridgewood Estates, Plat L at 180 South 800 West
• Site plan approval for Maverik – University Parkway at 1247 South Geneva Road
• Public hearing to rezone properties at 1981 South Geneva Road and 868 West 2000 South from C2 to R8 or PO zone
• Adoption of the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan and amendment to the General Plan

The Planning Commission approved a new Maverik convenience store site plan and a residential plat subdivision. It also recommended a zoning change to Professional Office for two properties and approved the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan with conditions.

• Approved vacating Ridgewood Estates, Plat K and approving final plat of Ridgewood Estates, Plat L (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Maverik – University Parkway at 1247 South Geneva Road (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: Rezoning of 1090 North 400 East from R8 to PRD zone
• Recommended to City Council rezoning of 1981 South Geneva Road and 868 West 2000 South from C2 to PO zone (unanimous)
• Approved with conditions the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan and General Plan amendment

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding property rezonings at 426 East 1070 South and 1875 South Geneva Road. The agenda also includes presentations on the city's economic state and the Freedom Plaza concept.

• Rezoning of 426 East 1070 South from R6.5 to C2 zone
• Rezoning of property at 1875 South Geneva Road
• Updates to City Code regarding City Manager duties and Election Code
• Appointment of Lorraine Jeffery to the Library Advisory Commission
• Presentation on the Economic State of the City

The City Council held a work session to review economic development data and a concept plan for Freedom Plaza. The council also recognized a citizen with a Commendation Award for performing CPR and proclaimed September as Constitution Month. No formal votes on ordinances or contracts were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Proclaimed September as Constitution Month
• Awarded Citizen Commendation Award to James Cahau

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a final plat for the Maverik – University Parkway project located at 1247 South Geneva Road. This item includes vacating lot 4 and portions of lots 1, 2, and 3 of the Village at the Parkway Subdivision. The commission will also review minutes from meetings held on August 2, 2023.

• Final plat for Maverik – University Parkway (YEI Orem Subdivision Plat A)
• Vacating lot 4 and portions of lots 1, 2, and 3 of Village at the Parkway Subdivision
• Review and approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the approval of a preliminary plat for the Luebke Subdivision. The agenda also includes training by the Assistant City Attorney and a review of minutes from July 19, 2023.

• Approval of Luebke Subdivision Plat A at 875 East 1450 South
• Review and approval of July 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a request by Michael Luebke to divide one lot into two at 875 East 1450 South. The decision creates two lots that meet the R7.5 zone requirements for square footage and frontage.

• Approved Luebke Subdivision, Plat A at 875 East 1450 South (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 19, 2023 (5-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the Transportation Master Plan. No other substantive items are scheduled for this session.

• Discussion regarding the Transportation Master Plan

The Planning Commission held a special meeting to discuss the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). No final votes were taken; the commission will send a formal recommendation to the City Council at the September 6, 2023 meeting.

• Proposed adding 'safety hazards' and traffic's impact on neighborhoods to the Executive Summary
• Proposed removing the I-15/Orem 800 S/Campus Drive project from the MAG Regional Transportation Plan
• Proposed removing Item #4 (I-15/Orem 800 S Overpass) from the 2030 CIP project list
• Proposed keeping the 800 South connection to Campus Drive closed
• Proposed further study or elimination of overpasses on 1200 North and 800 South
• Scheduled TMP recommendation for City Council for September 6, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to place a Renewal of Care Tax on the ballot and hold a public hearing for a development agreement at 1981 South Geneva Road. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed updates to the City Code and a presentation on employee engagement survey results.

• Public hearing for development agreement at 1981 South Geneva Road
• Resolution to place Renewal of Care Tax on ballot
• Proposed City Code updates regarding City Manager and Election Code
• Re-appointment of Skip McWhorter to Recreation Advisory Board

The City Council approved several sets of meeting minutes and an updated council schedule. The council held a public hearing regarding a development agreement amendment for a gas station at 1981 South Geneva Road, though no final vote on the amendment was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved meeting minutes from July 11, 2023, September 27, 2022, October 11, 2022, and November 9, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved updated City Council schedule (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Orem Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land use and zoning amendments. These include a site plan for Boulder Industrial Park and rezoning requests for properties on East 1070 South and Geneva Road.

• Site plan approval for Boulder Industrial Park at 138 South Mountain Way Drive
• Rezoning .084 acres at 426 East 1070 South from R6.5 to C2
• Rezoning property at 1875 South Geneva Road from OS5 to PO and PRD zones
• Vacating Lot 4 of Miller Park, Plat A

The Planning Commission approved the site plan and plat for Boulder Industrial Park. It also issued recommendations to the City Council regarding two separate rezoning requests.

• Approved site plan and plat for Boulder Industrial Park at 138 South Mountain Way (5-0)
• Issued positive recommendation to City Council for rezoning 0.084 acres at 426 East 1070 South from R6.5 to C2 (5-0)
• Issued neutral recommendation to City Council for rezoning 9.62 acres at 1875 South Geneva Road to PO and PRD zones

City Council

The council will consider an ordinance to adopt an official city flag. The agenda also includes presentations on mental health programs and an update on the Moderate Income Housing Report. Additionally, officials will provide a report on Oremfest 2023 and review May 2023 financial summaries.

• Ordinance adopting Official Orem Flag
• Presentation on Mental Health Programs & 'Communities That Care Program'
• Update on Moderate Income Housing Report
• May 2023 monthly financial summary
• Report on Oremfest 2023

The City Council approved an ordinance to adopt the Official Orem Flag. The meeting also included reports on mental health programs, Oremfest 2023, and the 311 Help Center's five-year statistics.

• Adopted Official Orem Flag ordinance (5-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2022-2023 budget and a rezoning request for 883 North State Street. The agenda also includes a presentation on placing a Renewal of Care Tax on the ballot.

• Public hearing to amend the FY 2022-2023 budget
• Rezoning property at 883 North State Street to C2 or C3 zone
• Proposal to allow Transitional Treatment Homes in the C3 zone
• Ordinance to update building and fire codes from 2018 to 2021
• Presentation on placing Renewal of Care Tax on the ballot

The City Council approved a zoning change at 883 N State Street to allow transitional treatment homes in the C3 zone. The council also approved amendments to the FY 2022-2023 budget and several administrative appointments.

• Approved rezoning of 883 N State Street and permitted Transitional Treatment Homes in C3 zone (7-0)
• Approved amendments to the FY 2022-2023 Adopted Budget (7-0)
• Appointed Debby Lauret as Mayor Pro-Tem from July 2023-January 2024 (7-0)
• Appointed Crystal Muhlestein to the Historic Preservation Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Reappointed Nathan Christiansen to the Cultural Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Approved ordinance updating building code from 2018-2021 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Article 2-34 Orem Neighborhood Commission (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 13, 2023 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding Sandhill Grove and a development agreement on Geneva Road. They will also consider the preliminary plat for Hidden Vale.

• Public hearing: Vacating and amending Sandhill Grove PRD Plat A at 537 West 1770 South
• Preliminary plat approval: Hidden Vale Plat C at 1428 South 100 West
• Public hearing: Amending the development agreement for 1981 South Geneva Road

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget, enterprise fund transfers, and Community Development Block Grant funds. The agenda also includes a presentation on updating building and fire codes and a vote on a personnel matter.

• Public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and tax rates
• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projected use of funds
• Public hearing regarding enterprise fund transfers to the General Fund
• Presentation on updating building and fire codes from 2018-2021
• Discussion and vote on a personnel matter

The City Council appointed Brenn Bybee as the full-time City Manager and approved the projected use of Community Development Block Grant funds for FY 2023-2024. The council also approved the meeting minutes from May 16, 2023. Public hearings were held regarding enterprise funds and the FY 2023-2024 budget.

• Appointed Brenn Bybee as City Manager (7-0)
• Approved Community Development Block Grant projected use of funds for FY 2023-2024 (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Passed motion to adjourn to closed session (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning portions of 883 North State Street to the C2 or C3 zone. The commission will also consider a site plan approval for Maverik at 85 West 800 North.

• Rezoning 883 North State Street to C2 or C3 zone
• Allowing SLU Code 1283 Transitional Treatment Homes in the C3 zone
• Site plan approval for Maverik at 85 West 800 North

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning change to allow transitional treatment homes at 883 North State Street. The commission also approved a site plan for a new Maverik convenience store.

• Positive recommendation to City Council to rezone 883 North State Street to C2 or C3 and allow SLU Code 1283 Transitional Treatment Homes in C3 (7-0)
• Approved site plan for Maverik at 85 West 800 North in the C2 zone (7-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request to allow a septic tank system at 2501 East Provo Canyon Road instead of a connection to the city sewer. The board will also review and approve minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for septic tank installation at 2501 East Provo Canyon Road
• Review and approval of June 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding the updated Transportation Master Plan and rezoning at 877 North State Street. The agenda also includes reviews for subdivision plats at 1113 North Industrial Park Road and 40 West Center Street.

• Rezoning of 4.4 acres from C3 to C2 at 877 North State Street
• Adoption of the updated City of Orem Transportation Master Plan
• Approval of W3 Subdivision site plan and final plat at 1113 North Industrial Park Road
• Preliminary Plat approval for Orem Center State Plaza Subdivision at 40 West Center Street

The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a new warehouse at 1113 North Industrial Park Road and a subdivision at 40 West Center Street. Requests to rezone property at 877 North State Street and update the Transportation Master Plan were continued to future meetings.

• Approved site plan and final plat for W3 Subdivision at 1113 North Industrial Park Road (unanimous)
• Approved Orem Center State Plaza Subdivision at 40 West Center Street with reciprocal easements listed on plat (unanimous)
• Continued rezone request for 4.4 acres at 877 North State Street (unanimous)
• Continued adoption of updated Transportation Master Plan and General Plan amendment (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of a Public Facilities zone and various property rezonings. The agenda also includes presentations on the Transportation Master Plan and school safety. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances related to accessory dwelling unit fees and legal counsel.

• Public hearing for creating a Public Facilities (PF) zone and rezoning multiple properties
• Ordinance exempting accessory dwelling units from annual rental license renewal fees
• Resolution regarding CARE Tax allocation
• Ordinance authorizing the City Council to retain separate legal counsel
• Presentation on the Transportation Master Plan

The City Council approved the creation of a Public Facilities (PF) zone and rezoned various properties to this new designation to preserve public land. The council also approved the May 2nd meeting minutes and an ordinance renaming 'Summerfest' to 'Oremfest'.

• Approved creation of Public Facilities (PF) zone and rezoning of various properties
• Approved ordinance replacing 'Summerfest' with 'Oremfest'
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved appointment of Kris Pease to NUVAS Special Service District

City Council

The council will hold public hearings for the FY 2023-2024 tentative budget and a proposed indoor go-cart track at 1439 North 1380 West. They will also review a permit request for a pediatric palliative care facility at 370 West 500 North. The work session includes discussions on rental dwelling licenses and city flag pole policies.

• Public hearing for indoor go-cart tracks at 1439 North 1380 West
• Conditional use permit request for Brades' Place at 370 West 500 North
• Adoption of the FY 2023-2024 tentative budget
• Resolution regarding CARE tax renewal opinion questions
• Discussion on city flag pole and social media policies

The City Council approved a zoning amendment for indoor go-cart tracks and a conditional use permit for a pediatric palliative care facility. The council also approved meeting minutes from April. Several policy proposals regarding city flags, social media, and rental licensing were discussed for future action.

• Approved amendment to PD36 zone to allow indoor go-cart tracks at 1439 N 1380 W (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Brades’ Place Pediatric Palliative Care Facility at 370 W 500 N (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for April 11 and April 25, 2023 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the PD36 zone at 1439 North 1380 West. The proposal seeks to allow indoor go-cart tracks as a permitted use in this zone. The commission will also review minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing to add indoor go-cart tracks to PD36 zone (1439 North 1380 West)
• Review and approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to amend the PD36 zone to allow indoor-only go-cart tracks at 1439 North 1380 West. The proposed use would be indoor and electric, with minimal noise and no exhaust fumes. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to add indoor go-cart tracks as a permitted use in PD36 zone (6-0)

City Council

The council will review presentations regarding the FY 2023-2024 CIP budget and the Transportation Master Plan. Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider a resolution for an interlocal agreement with Utah County for the 2023 elections.

• Presentation on FY 2023-2024 Budget Item: CIP
• Presentation on Transportation Master Plan
• Rental Dwelling Licensing update presentation
• Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2023 elections
• Ordinance to amend the City Council's 2023 meeting schedule

The City Council authorized an interlocal agreement for the 2023 Primary and General elections. The council also approved the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes and amended the 2023 meeting schedule. No decisions were made regarding proposed rental dwelling licensing fee changes.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2023 Municipal Elections at an estimated cost of $213,268.50 (7-0)
• Approved amendment to the City Council’s Meeting Schedule for 2023 (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for March 28, 2023 (7-0)
• Tabled decisions on rental dwelling licensing fee options; requested an ordinance for review

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for the Apple Bud Plat A preliminary plat and the State Street Commons Subdivision. It will also consider a recommendation for a conditional use permit for Brades’ Place Home for Pediatric Palliative Care.

• Preliminary plat approval for Apple Bud Plat A at 258 North 800 East
• Vacating AFFCU Orem Subdivision and approving State Street Commons Subdivision at 845 North State Street
• Conditional use permit recommendation for Brades’ Place Home for Pediatric Palliative Care at 370 West 500 North

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the creation of a new Public Facilities (PF) zone in the Orem City Code. This proposal includes amending the city's zoning map and General Plan to change land use designations for various properties.

• Public hearing for the creation of the Public Facilities (PF) zone
• Rezoning of various properties from C2, HS, M2, OS5, PD5, PD6, PD15, PD16, PD36, R6.5, R7.5, R8 and R12 to PF
• Amendments to the Orem General Plan land use classifications and map

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council create a Public Facilities (PF) zone to preserve lands used for public schools, parks, and municipal buildings. This action includes rezoning various properties and amending the Orem General Plan to ensure these lands remain available for public use.

• Recommended creation of Public Facilities (PF) zone to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning of properties in C2, HS, M2, OS5, PD5, PD6, PD15, PD16, PD36, R6.5, R7.5, R8, and R12 zones to PF zone (7-0)
• Recommended amendments to Orem General Plan Sections 2.1, 2.1.6, 3.1.6, and 8.3 (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 15, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the projected use of Community Development Block Grant funds for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes presentations on the Station Area Plan kick-off and municipal wastewater planning. Additionally, the council will receive an update on the 2023 Utah Legislative Session.

• Public hearing for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projected use of funds
• Station Area Plan kick-off presentation
• Municipal Wastewater Planning Program presentation
• Reappointment of Alan Rex and Deborah Shuman to the Recreation Advisory Commission
• Appointment of Rodney Gardner to the Heritage Advisory Commission

The City Council approved several consent items, including the reappointment of two members to the Recreation Advisory Commission and one appointment to the Heritage Advisory Commission. The council also reviewed a proposed $710,247.35 allocation for Community Development Block Grant funds and discussed a new Station Area Plan.

• Approved meeting minutes for February 28, 2023 and March 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Reappointed Alan Rex and Deborah Shuman to the Recreation Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Rodney Gardner to the Heritage Advisory Commission (7-0)
• Tabled decision on formal city flag design

City Council

The City Council will review FY 2023-2024 budget presentations regarding sales tax revenue and fleet/IT changes. The meeting also includes public hearings for a pediatric palliative care facility and a rezoning request at 845 North State Street.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for the New City Administrative Building
• FY 2023-2024 budget presentations on sales tax revenue and fleet/IT changes
• Public hearing for a Pediatric Palliative Care Facility code amendment
• Rezoning of 0.27 acres at 845 North State Street from C3 to C2
• Resolution to amend City Council Meeting Policies and Procedures

The City Council approved a code amendment to allow a pediatric palliative care facility in a residential zone. The council also approved a zoning change for a property on North State Street and updated meeting policies. Several budget presentations regarding fleet and IT were held during the work session.

• Approved code amendment to allow Pediatric Palliative Care Facilities as a conditional use (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of .27 acres at 845 North State Street from C3 to C2 (4-3)
• Approved amendments to City Council Meeting Policies and Procedures (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for January 10 and January 24, 2023 (7-0)
• Rescheduled URPA Award Recognition for Gena Bertelsen and Jason Cordner to April 11, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a site plan for the Orem City Center at 56 North State Street. The meeting includes public hearings regarding rezoning 4.86 acres on North State Street and adding pediatric palliative care facility standards to the city code.

• Site plan approval for Orem City Center at 56 North State Street
• Rezoning 4.86 acres from C3 to C2 at 877 North State Street
• Text amendment regarding Pediatric Palliative Care Facility standards

City Council

The Orem City Council will review revenue and compensation for the FY 2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes public hearings on CDBG fund usage and amendments to residential regulations regarding truck, trailer, and RV parking. Additionally, the council will consider AT&T telecommunications facilities at local high schools.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant funds
• AT&T telecommunications facility permits for Orem High School and Timpanogos High School
• Amendments to residential zone regulations for truck, trailer, and RV parking
• Ordinance to amend the current FY 2022-2023 budget
• Inter-local agreement for the Lakeview Parkway Project design and construction

The City Council approved conditional use permits for AT&T telecommunications facilities at two high schools and amended residential zoning to allow gravel parking strips. The council also approved several inter-local agreements and created a new Management Services Department.

• Approved AT&T telecommunications facility at Orem High School (4-3)
• Approved AT&T telecommunications facility at Timpanogos High School (4-3)
• Approved ordinance allowing gravel parking strips in residential zones (4-3)
• Approved joining the North Utah County Aquifer Council (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Chris Tschirki to North Pointe Solid Waste Service District Board (7-0)
• Approved Inter-local Agreement with Utah County for Lakeview Parkway Project (7-0)
• Approved amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (7-0)
• Approved creation of the Management Services Department (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of Ashton Estates, Plat A and the approval of Ashton Estates, Plat B. The commission will also discuss commercial property noticing procedures and a zoning ordinance text amendment for Brades' Place Home.

• Public hearing for vacating Ashton Estates, Plat A and approving Ashton Estates, Plat B at 1170 North 520 East
• Discussion on noticing commercial properties with site plan changes
• Discussion on zoning ordinance text amendment for Brades' Place Home

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a request to vacate Ashton Estates, Plat A and approve Plat B. This action allows the owner of Lot 1 to record 15 feet of land previously deeded from Lot 2 as part of their plat.

• Approved vacating Ashton Estates, Plat A and approving Plat B at 1170 North 520 East (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from February 15, 2023 (6-0)

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to approve a dispatch services agreement and transfer funds to combine Orem and Provo dispatch services. The meeting also includes a public hearing on building height standards and discussions regarding the Lakeview Parkway Project.

• Resolution for a dispatch services agreement with $1,642,862 appropriation
• Public hearing on height requirements for parapet walls in C2 zones
• Adoption of the 2022 Orem Water Reclamation Facility Capital Facilities Plan
• Review of potential amendments to the landscaping ordinance
• Presentation on Lakeview Parkway Project Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement

The City Council approved a dispatch services agreement with Provo City and adopted the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Capital Facilities Plan. The council also updated the General Plan regarding moderate income housing strategies and filled several board and commission appointments.

• Approved dispatch services provision agreement with Provo City (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Orem Water Reclamation Facility Capital Facilities Plan (7-0)
• Approved amendment to General Plan Section 4.4.2 for Moderate Income Housing Strategies (7-0)
• Appointed Teresa McKitrick as City Recorder (6-0)
• Appointed Brenn Bybee to Utah Infrastructure Agenda, Utah Risk Management Agency, and Utopia boards (6-0)
• Appointed Debbie Smith to Library Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Mike Whimpey to Public Works Advisory Commission (6-0)
• Reappointed Dave Blackinton, John Reinhard to Arts Council and Tod Hadley to Care Commission (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for Orem Mister Carwash at 1408 South State Street. The meeting also includes a request for an AT&T telecommunications monopole at Timpanogos High School and a public hearing regarding residential parking regulations.

• Site plan approval for Orem Mister Carwash at 1408 South State Street
• AT&T telecommunications monopole facility at Timpanogos High School
• Public hearing regarding residential parking and storage of trucks, trailers, and RVs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for an AT&T telecommunications monopole facility located at 175 South 400 East. The meeting also includes the election of new Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023.

• Conditional use permit for an AT&T telecommunications monopole at Orem High School
• Election of new Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
• Review and approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a Conditional Use Permit for a 100-foot AT&T telecommunications monopole. The facility would replace an existing field light pole at Orem High School.

• Recommended approval of AT&T telecommunication monopole at 175 South 400 East (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 18, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding residential parking permits for Campus Drive and moderate income housing strategies in the General Plan. The agenda also includes project updates for City Hall and Geneva Road.

• Public hearing on amending the Campus Drive Residential Parking Permit Area
• Public hearing on updating Moderate Income Housing Strategies in the Orem General Plan
• Ordinance to amend City Code regarding contract extensions in unfavorable procurement environments
• Project updates for City Hall and Geneva Road
• Appointments to the Library Advisory Commission and Care Commission

The City Council approved amendments to the General Plan regarding moderate income housing strategies and updated the Campus Drive residential parking permit area. The council also passed an ordinance allowing contract extensions in unfavorable procurement environments and confirmed three commission appointments.

• Approved appointment of Katrina Brittner to Library Advisory Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mary Schumacher to CARE Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Sarah Bateman to Natural Resources Stewardship Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance amending Section 2-7-6 of City Code regarding contract extensions (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution amending Campus Drive Residential Parking Permit Area (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution amending Chapter 4 (Housing) of Orem General Plan for Moderate Income Housing Strategies (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from 07.12.2022 and 12.13.2023 (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider plat approvals for Majestic Heights and Lott’s Lots Subdivision. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding municipal building height standards and updates to the Orem General Plan's housing strategies.

• Plat approval for Majestic Heights, Plat C at 437 South 800 East
• Public hearing for Lott’s Lots Subdivision, Plat A Amended at 1895 North 800 West
• Public hearing on height requirements for municipal building parapet walls in C2 zones
• Public hearing to update moderate income housing strategies in the Orem General Plan

The Planning Commission approved two plat requests and forwarded two positive recommendations to the City Council regarding municipal building heights and housing strategies. The housing recommendation included a modification to remove language regarding reporting illegal units.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Majestic Heights, Plat C (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Lot 19 of Lott’s Lots Subdivision, Plat A (unanimous)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to allow 4-foot parapet wall height extensions for municipal buildings in C2 zone (4-3)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to update General Plan Moderate Income Housing Strategies, removing wording on reporting illegal units (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on land use designations along State Street and usage restrictions for 380 East 240 North. The council will also discuss the Water Reclamation Capital Facilities Plan and bidding requirement amendments. A budget report for November 2022 is scheduled for review.

• Land use change from Mixed-Use District to Community and Regional Commercial along State Street
• Amendment to use and occupancy restrictions at 380 East 240 North
• Overview of Orem Water Reclamation Capital Facilities Plan
• Proposed amendment to City Code Section -2-7-6 regarding bidding requirements
• November 2022 budget report

The City Council approved an amendment to a 1993 agreement to allow graduates of the Scenic View Academy to live in 21 units at 380 East 240 North. The Council also voted to change the land use designation along State Street from Mixed-Use District to Community and Regional Commercial. Meeting minutes from August 2, 2022, were approved.

• Approved amendment to 1993 agreement for 380 East 240 North to allow Scenic View Academy graduates in 21 units (6-0)
• Approved General Plan Map amendment changing State Street land use from Mixed-Use District to Community and Regional Commercial (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from August 2, 2022 (6-0)