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Orem public meetings in 2024

45 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 16:00

City Council

Orem City Council to address reorganized school district agreement

The City Council is holding a special session to consider an interlocal agreement regarding a reorganized school district. The council will also consider an appointment to the associated joint board.

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✓ Decided: Council approves interlocal agreement for new school district

The Orem City Council approved a consent item that included a resolution for an interlocal agreement with Vineyard, Lindon, and Pleasant Grove related to the reorganized school district. Councilmember Millett raised concerns about the agreement lacking an end date, but the City Attorney clarified that the agreement is limited in scope and ends when the new school board is elected. The council also approved an appointment to the school district board. All votes were unanimous.

56 N State Street, OREM
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plans for tow yard and residential project

The Planning Commission will discuss the 2025 meeting calendar and the Master and General Plans. The body is also considering the approval of two specific site plans.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves consent agenda with two site plans

The Orem Planning Commission held a work session and regular meeting on December 11, 2024. The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included site plans for Dan's and JDK's tow yard at 1105 North 1300 West and the Shelly Lane PRD at 750 North 100 West, the 2025 meeting calendar, and minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda items.

56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Public hearing on rezoning 24.3 acres for Canyon Park Tech Center

The Orem City Council will hold a work session followed by a regular session. In the regular session, there are public hearings on rezoning nearly 24.3 acres at 1203 North 630 East for the Canyon Park Tech Center (PD54 zone) and rezoning 14.18 acres at 710 West 2000 South for Whitestone Estates. The council will also consider consent items including a storm water code update ordinance, a moderate income housing strategy resolution, and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council denies Canyon Park Tech Center rezoning, continues Whitestone Estates

The Orem City Council denied a request to rezone the Canyon Park Tech Center (24.3 acres at 1203 North 630 East) from PD6 to PD54 for residential development, following a public hearing and a planning commission recommendation to deny. The council also failed to deny the Whitestone Estates rezoning (710 West 2000 South) and instead voted to continue that item to February 11, 2025. Consent items were approved, including the storm water code update, board and commission code update, moderate income housing strategy resolution, and interlocal agreements.

56 N State St, OREM
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss density rules and approve three plats

The Planning Commission will hold a work session on noticing requirements, density and acreage calculations, and finalizing bylaws. In the regular session, they will consider consent items including approving preliminary plats for Belmont East, Belmont West, and Palmer Family Estate, adopting bylaws, and approving meeting minutes.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council meeting cancelled

The November 19, 2024 City Council meeting has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on two zoning changes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two property rezonings. The body will consider changes to the city zoning map and Orem City Code for two specific sites.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to review bike park plans and CDBG consolidation

The City Council will hold a work session featuring presentations on the Phase 3 Bike Park, the Community Development Block Grant Consolidation Plan, and Citizen Connect. The regular session includes the approval of the 2025 meeting schedule and a closed session to discuss real property acquisition or leasing.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission to review site plans and plat amendments

The Orem Planning Commission will hold a regular session to review and approve site plans, a plat amendment, and meeting minutes. The meeting may be held electronically.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Ordinance to rename Oremfest Advisory Committee to Orem Events Advisory Commission

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend Article 2-20 of the Orem City Code, changing the name of the Oremfest Advisory Committee to the Orem Events Advisory Commission and making related updates. The council will also approve September 17, 2024 meeting minutes and reappoint Rick Lewis to the Metro Water Board. Additional presentations include the Orem Wellbeing Survey, a new memorialization and facility naming policy, and the SCERA Annual Report.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Oct 2, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission holds work meeting on bylaws and priorities

The Planning Commission is holding a work meeting to review bylaws and priorities. The regular session scheduled for 4:30 PM has been cancelled.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Wed Sep 18, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to approve Utah Autism Academy site plan

The commission will discuss its priorities and the application process in a work meeting. In the regular session it will consider three items: approving the site plan for the Utah Autism Academy at 1875 South Geneva Road in the PRD zone; approving the site plan for Orem Tech North Retail at 1640 West 1340 North in the M2 zone; and a plat amendment vacating Lottwood Plat "C" and approving Lottwood Plat "D" at 1989 North 350 West in the R8 zone. The meeting will also review and approve the minutes from August 21, 2024.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to review cybersecurity framework and Westmore Park boundaries

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a privacy and cybersecurity framework and a boundary line agreement for Westmore Park. The regular session includes reports from the Library and Transportation Advisory Commissions.

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✓ Decided: Council accepts Constitution Week proclamation, approves consent items

The Orem City Council held a work session and regular meeting on September 17, 2024. The council accepted a proclamation designating September 17-23 as Constitution Week, approved consent items including meeting minutes and a commission reappointment, and tabled the Transportation Advisory Commission report. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational presentations.

56 N State St, OREM
Wed Sep 4, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider multiple plat amendments for new developments

The Orem Planning Commission will discuss food truck operating hours and signage. It will vote on four plat amendments: The Concord (vacating Lots 3 and 4 and approving Plat B at 507 North 400 West, R6.5 zone), Clayton (preliminary Plat A at 414 East 1200 North, R8 zone), Orlean Terrace (vacating Lot 1 and approving Plat H at 1937 South Columbia Lane, R6.5 zone), and II Centro Plaza Condominiums (Plat amendment at 867 North 900 West, PD22 zone). The commission will also approve the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Orem Planning Commission approves four plat amendments and preliminary plat

The Orem Planning Commission unanimously approved all four agenda items: vacating and replatting The Concord lots, approving the Clayton Plat A preliminary plat, vacating and replatting Orlean Terrace, and amending the II Centro Plaza Condominiums plat. All votes were 7-0.

56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to consider budget amendments and two rezoning requests

The City Council will hold public hearings to decide on amending the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and two zoning changes. The meeting also includes presentations on road concepts and safe school routes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning for commercial development at 1230 W 2000 S

The Orem City Council approved a rezone of approximately 9.43 acres at 1230 West 2000 South from OS5 to PD55 (community commercial), with conditions including a 10-foot landscape buffer, 35-foot max height, 40-foot setback, and no windows on building backs. The council also continued without date a separate rezone proposal for the Canyon Park Tech Center (24.3 acres from PD6 to PD54) and referred it back to the planning commission. Additionally, the council adopted September as Constitution Month and approved amendments to the FY 2024-2025 budget.

56 N State St, OREM
Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review plat amendments and a preliminary plat

The Planning Commission will consider three land division and platting requests. The meeting also includes a presentation on traffic study criteria from a traffic engineer.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 16:00

City Council

Orem City Council to discuss taxes, growth, and school-related infrastructure

The City Council will hold discussions regarding tax increases in 2023 and 2025 and future development and growth. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Sharon Elementary Partnership and discussions on school busing, safe crossings, and a magnet school.

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✓ Decided: Orem City Council and Alpine School District hold joint work session on partnerships, growth, taxes, busing

The Orem City Council and Alpine School District held a joint work session to discuss a potential partnership for Sharon Elementary, water tank construction, future development impacts on schools, property tax increases, school busing issues, and a proposed magnet school. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational and concluded with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

56 N State Street, OREM
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to review Frontrunner Station Area Plan

The City Council will consider a resolution to approve the Orem Frontrunner Station Area Plan for certification. The meeting includes presentations on the Alpine Aqueduct Project and the city's citizen's budget.

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✓ Decided: Orem City Council tables Frontrunner Station Area Plan approval

The Orem City Council voted unanimously to table the proposed resolution approving the Orem Frontrunner Station Area Plan for certification, after Councilmember Millett raised concerns about the plan's scope. The council also approved consent items, including the appointment of Dave Faux to the Metropolitan Water District, and approved Taggart Bowen as the new City Engineer. Resolutions designating the first week of May as Kindness Week and authorizing temporary judges for the Justice Court were also approved.

56 N State St, OREM
Wed Aug 7, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on plats, site plans, and rezonings

The Orem Planning Commission will decide on plats, site plans, and rezonings, including a preliminary plat for Phillips Orem and a rezone for the Canyon Park Tech Center. They will also discuss food truck regulations and outdoor lighting rules.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Orem Art Lofts site plan, rejects two rezones

The Orem Planning Commission approved five development items, including the 311-unit Orem Art Lofts project at 841 South State Street, and forwarded negative recommendations to the City Council for two rezones: the PD55 Dunn Rezone (9.43 acres at 1230 West 2000 South) and the PD54 Canyon Park Tech Center Redevelopment (24.3 acres at 1203 North 630 East). All other site plans and plats were approved unanimously.

56 N State Street, Orem
Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission to review lighting rules, traffic studies, two projects

The Orem Planning Commission will discuss outdoor lighting regulations and traffic study criteria, then vote on a plat amendment for Hidden Meadows and a site plan for Orem Art Lofts. The meeting includes a pre-meeting agenda review and regular session.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

City Council holds a public hearing on up to $11 million in sales tax revenue bonds.

The Orem City Council will approve routine consent items, make board appointments, and hear presentations on a justice court judge resolution and communications strategy. A public hearing will be held to gather resident input on issuing up to $11,000,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. No vote or final action is scheduled for the bond proposal at this meeting.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Jul 3, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers rezoning two properties to PRD zone

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding map amendments for two specific properties. The commission will also receive an economic development update and discuss zoning differences and outdoor lighting regulations.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Wed Jun 19, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Rezoning of property near 1230 West 2000 South

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for approximately 9.43 acres. The proposal involves amending Article 22-5-3(A) and the city zoning map to change the property from OS5 to C2.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to discuss upcoming fiscal year budgets and ordinances

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including property taxes and fee rates. Additional items include an ordinance for city officer compensation and a water reclamation code update.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Jun 5, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews preliminary plats for Carrara Villas and View West

The commission will consider preliminary plat approvals for two residential developments. The meeting also includes a presentation on traffic-calming tools by the city traffic engineer.

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56 N State Street, Orem
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the preliminary plat of View West, Plat G located generally at 1479 South 360 West in the R8 zone. Mr. Hawkes seconded the motion. Those voting
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motion to approve the minutes of May 15, 2024. Mr. Hawkes moved to approve the meeting minutes for May 15, A complete video of the meeting can be found at www.orem.org/meetings 2 Planning Commission…
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motion to adjourn. Mr, Hawkes moved to adjourn. Mr. Crismon seconded the motion. Those voting
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Tue May 28, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council discusses road projects, tax allocations, and bond sales

The City Council will review several presentations during a work session regarding intersection studies and road widening projects. The regular session includes discussions on community development grants, CARE tax allocations, and the authorization of bond sales.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed May 15, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews several plat amendments for residential zones

The Planning Commission will consider four plat amendments involving lot vacations and new plat approvals. These items concern properties located in the R8 and R12 zones across various locations in Orem.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue May 14, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to discuss fiscal year budgets and property rezoning

The City Council will consider several tentative budgets for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a zoning change at 442 North 300 West and various city reports.

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56 N State St, OREM
Tue May 7, 2024 · 15:00

City Council

City Council holds joint work session regarding school district configuration

The Orem City Council will participate in a special joint work session with representatives from Lindon, Pleasant Grove, and Vineyard. The meeting is for discussion purposes only, and the Council will take no action on any items.

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56 N State Street, OREM
Wed May 1, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses lighting ordinances and plat approvals

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and discuss city noticing practices. Scheduled items include a preliminary plat for Pace Academy and a plat amendment for Sydney Cove.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Apr 30, 2024 · 16:00

City Council

Orem City Council and ASD Board hold joint work session

The City Council and Alpine School District (ASD) Board are holding a joint work session for discussion purposes only. No action will be taken on any items during this meeting.

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56 N State Street, OREM
Thu Apr 25, 2024 · 15:00

City Council

Orem City Council holds discussion on utilities, education, fire, and transportation

The City Council is holding a special joint work session to discuss matters of common interest. Topics include utilities, education, fire/EMS, and transportation. No official actions will be taken during this meeting.

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56 N State Street, OREM
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council discusses budget, zoning changes, and city manager contract

The City Council will hold a work session regarding the Capital Improvement Program budget and construction standards. The regular session includes public hearings on a city manager contract and zoning amendments for storage unit uses.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Apr 17, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission to review site plans and a rezoning request

The commission will consider site plan approvals for Hoyal Office Building and Orem Geneva Pipe. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a rezoning request for 442 North 300 West. The meeting also includes a presentation on lighting ordinances.

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56 N State Street, Orem
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to amend Article 22-5-3 (A) and the zoning map of the City of Orem by rezoning the property located generally at 442 North 300 West from the R7.5 zone to the R6.5 zone. Mr. Carpenter seconded the…
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Mike Carpenter yea · James Hawkes yea
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council discusses rezoning and city code amendments

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property near 1960 North State Street. The meeting also includes an ordinance to amend the city's bid process and several departmental presentations.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Mar 27, 2024 · 15:00

City Council

Orem City Council to review budgets for operations, fleet, and IT.

The City Council will hold a work session only, as the regular session is cancelled for this date. The meeting includes presentations on operational, fleet, and IT budgets, as well as Cremation Gardens. The council will also discuss Municipal Building Authority Property.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Mar 20, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Public hearing on rezoning and climate-controlled storage use

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Citadel Storage development and property rezoning. The commission will also consider site plans for Holiday Oil and Orem Tech South Retail, as well as subdivision plat amendments.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to review FY25 budget revenues and HR compensation

The City Council will hold a work session featuring presentations on FY25 budget revenues, HR compensation, and the Attainable Housing Agency. The regular session includes appointments to several advisory commissions. Additionally, the Redevelopment Agency will consider amending an agreement for the University Place project area.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Mar 6, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission discusses lighting and multiple plat amendments

The commission will continue discussions regarding outdoor lighting regulations. The regular session includes several plat amendment requests and a public hearing for a rezoning request at 1960 North State Street.

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56 N State Street, Orem
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Those voting
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James Hawkes yea · Helena Kleinlein yea · Madeline Komen yea · Murray Low yea
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to discuss budget amendments and property rezoning

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for 519 South Geneva Road and an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on the My Hometown Initiative and a discussion regarding the status of Legislative Counsel.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Feb 21, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses outdoor lighting and Grapevine Court plat

The commission will continue discussions regarding potential regulations for outdoor lighting. The regular session includes a request to approve the preliminary plat for Grapevine Court.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council reviews rezoning and street connection plan amendments

The council will consider several land-use applications, including a conditional use permit for a recreation building and a rezoning request for a Maverik location. The agenda also includes appointments to various city commissions and a review of the December 2023 financial summary.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Feb 7, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Commissioners review plat changes and consider rezoning at 519 South Geneva Road

The Orem City Planning Commission has scheduled three action items for its February 7 meeting. Commissioners will review two plat amendment requests that modify property boundaries near West 630 South and East 800 North, and hold a public hearing on rezoning approximately 3.49 acres at 519 South Geneva Road from R20 to C2 zoning, which changes permitted land uses for the parcel. The commission will also approve minutes from its January meeting.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Orem City Council to consider boundary modifications with Provo City

The council will review updates on police and finance studies, impact fees, and the Victims' Advocate Division. The meeting also includes ordinances to modify boundaries between Orem and Provo City.

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56 N State St, OREM
Wed Jan 17, 2024 · 15:30

Planning Commission

Orem Planning Commission considers site plans, a rezone, and plat amendment

At this meeting, the Orem City Planning Commission will consider development applications that could alter land use and building approvals in specific neighborhoods. Commissioners are also scheduled to discuss proposed rules for residential front-yard parking and outdoor lighting standards.

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56 N State Street, Orem
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 15:00

City Council

Orem City Council to discuss Station Area Plans update

The Orem City Council will review updates to the Station Area Plans and 2024 project strategies. The meeting also includes several committee appointments and a presentation on legislative priorities.

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56 N State St, OREM