Orem public meetings in 2023
48 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission will meet to consider a MAG TAG grant application for an Active Transportation Plan and discuss several transportation projects. The agenda includes approving prior minutes, reviewing a pedestrian crossing update, and considering intersection improvements.
- MAG TAG Cycle II application for Active Transportation Plan (citywide) $300,000 with 6.77% city match
- Active Transportation Corridor Plan for State Street ($5M+)
- 1200 West pedestrian crossing update
- 400 South/Geneva Road intersection area improvements
- Connectivity Plan modification request for 1600 South/400 West
Natural Resources Stewardship Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss budget planning and mapping a communication plan. Members will also plan for winter events and a January retreat.
- Budget planning
- Winter event planning
- Bicycle racks follow up
- Approval of November 2, 2023, minutes
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and conduct a review of the Park Division. The agenda also includes other unspecified business items. This is a routine advisory commission meeting with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.
- Park Division Review
- Meeting Minutes Approval
- Other Business
Cultural Arts Council
The Orem Cultural Arts Council is meeting to discuss the Arts Ambassador Program and other topics. The agenda is brief and contains only discussion items, with no votes or specific actions listed.
- Arts Ambassador Program discussion
- Other discussion
- Meeting adjournment
Library Advisory Commission
The Orem Library Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve the September 19, 2023 meeting minutes, set the 2024 meeting schedule, and receive reports on the 2024 Library General and Strategic Plans, the Orem Reads program and Neal Shusterman update, and Collection Policy Updates. The agenda is routine, with no public hearings or major funding decisions.
- Review and approve September 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- 2024 Meeting schedule - Sheron Buttars
- Report: 2024 Library General, strategic Plans - Bryce Merrill
- Orem Reads and Neal Shusterman update - Mike Smith
- Collection Policy Updates - Linda Gallacher
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Orem Historical Preservation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss the final survey area and request for proposals for a State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) grant, review a Memorial Designation Program, set the 2024 meeting calendar, and approve minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024.
- SHPO Grant Discussion - Final Survey Area & RFP
- Memorial Designation Program
- 2024 Meeting Calendar
- Review and approve minutes from October 19, 2023 meeting
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission will meet to review and approve the minutes from October 3, 2023, and receive an introduction of the new Transportation Engineer. They will also hear project updates on 1600 North 400 East and Lakeview Parkway, and discuss Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) TIP and TAG items, including a joint Independence Ave Extension study with Provo and an Active Transportation Master Plan. The meeting is scheduled for November 7, 2023, at 5:30 PM at 56 N State Street, Orem, UT.
- Review/approve minutes from October 3, 2023
- Introduction of Transportation Engineer
- 1600 North 400 East Project Update
- Lakeview Parkway Project Update
- MAG TIP Selection: Independence Ave Extension Study (Provo joint sponsor) and Active Transportation Master Plan
Natural Resources Stewardship Committee
The Orem Natural Resources Stewardship Committee is meeting to debrief recent events, plan communications, and begin budgeting for 2024. The agenda includes scheduling an annual retreat and approving minutes from the October 5 meeting. This is a routine working session with no public hearings or major decisions listed.
- Debrief Xeriscape Tour
- Debrief Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit
- Budgeting for 2024
- Annual Retreat Scheduling
- Approve minutes from October 5, 2023 meeting
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission (Oremfest Commission) is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect a chair and vice chair for 2024, and discuss proposed changes to events, the theme, and the Grand Marshall. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at 56 N State Street, Orem, UT.
- Approval of July 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
- Discussion of proposed changes to events
- Discussion of theme and Grand Marshall
- Next meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024
Cultural Arts Council
The Orem Cultural Arts Council is meeting to discuss the Art Ambassador Program, a presentation from Bryson Gray about the LOV Choir, community dances, and other items. The meeting is open to the public.
- Art Ambassador Program discussion
- LOV Choir presentation by Bryson Gray
- Community Dances discussion
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Historical Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss the final survey area and RFP for a SHPO grant. Council Member LaNae Millet will also provide an update regarding the Women's & Children's Memorial.
- SHPO Grant discussion regarding final survey area and RFP
- Women's & Children's Memorial update from Council Member LaNae Millet
- Review and approval of August 31, 2023, meeting minutes
Orem Events Advisory Commission
This meeting of the Orem Events Advisory Commission's Oremfest Committee, scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda would have included approval of prior minutes, election of 2024 officers, and discussion of event changes, theme, and grand marshal.
- Meeting cancelled
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission is meeting to consider approval of the September 19, 2023 meeting minutes and to review the Fleet Division. The agenda also includes welcome, other business, and adjournment. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Consider approval of September 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Fleet Division review by Thayne Carter and Tyler Peay
- Other business led by Chris Tschirki
CDBG Advisory Commission
The Orem CDBG Advisory Commission is announcing the availability of the Comprehensive Annual Performance Report (CAPER) for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, as required by HUD. The report details the use of $641,951 in new entitlement funds plus $8,173.58 in program income. The public can review and comment on the report from September 20 to October 5, 2023.
- $641,951 in new CDBG entitlement funds for FY 2022-2023
- $8,173.58 in additional program income
- CAPER available for review and comment online at orem.org/cdbg
- Comments accepted in writing until 5 p.m. on October 5, 2023
- Contact Kena Mathews at (801) 229-7023 for more information
Library Advisory Commission
The Orem Library Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve prior meeting minutes, hear updates on library displays, summer reading programs, and a parent's guide, and discuss the mission statement, employee survey, MGT study, and strategic plan. The commission will also prepare for a presentation to the City Council on September 26 and set the next meeting date.
- Review and approve May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Display update by Jaime Bartlett and Mike Smith
- Summer Reading, Orem Reads Invitation and VIP invitations update
- Mission Statement discussion led by Linda Gallacher
- Employee Survey review, MGT Study, Strategic Plan discussion
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission is meeting to consider approval of the May 16, 2023 meeting minutes, receive a review of the Water Division, and discuss other business. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.
- Consider approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Water Division review by Quinn Fenton
- Other business led by Chris Tschirki
CDBG Advisory Commission
The Orem CDBG Advisory Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, review the 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant process and timeline, select a chairperson and joint commission members, and review CDBG-CV (COVID-19) funds. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific funding amounts or project decisions listed.
- Approve minutes from March 6, 2023 meeting
- Review 2024-2025 Regular CDBG Process and Timeline
- Select Commission Chairperson and Commission Members for Joint Commission
- CDBG-CV Review
- Introduce Mountainland Association of Governments representative
Cultural Arts Council
The Orem Cultural Arts Council is meeting to review the summer concert series, discuss its future, finalize the fall concert, and consider ideas for a state arts grant. They will also talk about winter options and an art ambassador discussion. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no formal votes or contracts listed.
- Summer Concert Series Review
- Summer Concert Series Going Forward
- Fall Concert Final Discussion
- State Arts Grant Ideas
- Art Ambassador Discussion
Recreation Advisory Commission
The Orem Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss pickleball court best practices, reservations, and programming, as well as an update on Hillcrest and a tour invitation. The agenda also includes items about sponsorships, the Orem Community Foundation, naming rights, and Windsor Park concerns. The commission will also review and approve the previous month's minutes.
- Pickleball Court Best Practices, Reservations, Programming
- Hillcrest Update and Tour Invitation
- Windsor Park concerns shared by a neighbor
- Sponsorships, Orem Community Foundation, Naming Rights
- Approval of last month's minutes
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission will review and approve the minutes from its August 8, 2023 meeting, discuss the ranking and public meeting for the 1600 North 400 East project, and consider other items before adjourning. The meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2023 at 5:30 PM.
- Review/approve minutes from August 8, 2023
- Discuss ranking and public meeting for 1600 North 400 East Project
- Other items
- Adjourn
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Orem Historical Preservation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Historic Commission and the SHPO grant, recap a museum tour, and approve minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. The agenda is routine and contains no major decisions or public hearings.
- SHPO Grant Update by Olivia Johnson
- Recap of Museum Tour
- Review and approve minutes from May 18, 2023 meeting
- Historic Commission Update by Crystal Muhlestein
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve minutes from its June 6, 2023 meeting, and to receive a project update on the 1600 N 400 E corridor. Consulting firm J-U-B will present findings and rankings of brainstormed solutions for the project. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2023 at 5:30 PM at 56 N State Street, Orem, UT.
- Review/approve minutes from June 6, 2023
- 1600 N 400 E project update with J-U-B consulting firm presenting findings/rankings
- Next meeting scheduled for September 5, 2023
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission (Oremfest) is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss committee structure and member renewals, and receive reports from subcommittees organizing Oremfest events. The agenda is largely procedural, covering event planning updates and administrative items.
- Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Committee structure, member renewals, new Chair and Vice Chair selection
- Reports on Orem's Got Talent, Boutique, Food Vendors, Children's Crafts, Car Show, Baby Contest, and other event subcommittees
- Support staff reports on budget, parks, volunteers, entertainment, risk management, publicity, purchasing, public safety, and emergency management
- Next meeting scheduled for October
Orem Neighborhood Commission
The Orem Neighborhood Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear a presentation on a community garden program, and discuss possible expansion of the commission. They will also receive an update on the Neighborhood Refresh Grant Program and address general neighborhood concerns.
- Community Garden Presentation by Hillary Whittaker, Community Action Services
- Possible Community Garden program discussion
- Orem Neighborhood Commission expansion/selection process
- Update on Neighborhood Refresh Grant Program
- Review of minutes from May 2, 2023 meeting
Recreation Advisory Commission
The Orem Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine updates and feedback on recreation facilities, including Hillcrest, pavilion and park rentals, SCERA, drones and vending machines, and concessions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Hillcrest updates
- Pavilion and park rentals
- SCERA updates
- Drones and vending machines
- Concessions
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Historical Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss the Orem Cabin with Kena Mathews, then adjourn for a tour of the Orem Heritage Museum. Minutes from the May meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting on July 20, 2023.
- Discussion of Orem Cabin with Kena Mathews
- Tour of Orem Heritage Museum after adjournment
- Minutes from May meeting deferred to July 20 meeting
Library Advisory Commission
The Orem Library Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve prior minutes, discuss a display policy, hear updates from the Friends group and summer reading program, and get an update on the Library Locker project. The agenda is mostly routine updates and approvals, with no major budget or zoning items.
- Review and approve minutes from 3/8/23
- Review of Display Policy and approval
- Friends overview
- Summer Reading and program update
- Library Locker project update
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Orem Historical Preservation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Historic Commission, a SHPO grant, and a rescheduled museum tour. They will also hear a proposal and presentation for a Women & Children's Monument at 1600 N 450 W, and review minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.
- Women & Children's Monument proposal and presentation at 1600 N 450 W
- SHPO Grant update from Olivia Johnson
- Reschedule museum tour
- Historic Commission update from Amber Laursen
- Review and approve minutes from March 16, 2023 meeting
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission's Oremfest Committee is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive reports from committee members and support staff on various aspects of the Oremfest event, including talent show, food vendors, car show, parade, and budget. The meeting is primarily a planning and coordination session for the upcoming festival.
- Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Reports on Orem's Got Talent, Boutique, Food Vendors, Children's Crafts, Car Show, Hospitality Tent, Baby Contest, Kick-Off Party, Student Marshals, Pool Party, Hot Dog/Pie Eating Contest, Grand Parade
- Support staff reports on budget, parks, volunteers, entertainment, risk management, publicity, purchasing, public safety, emergency management
- Next meeting scheduling and adjournment
Municipal Building Authority of the City of Orem
The Municipal Building Authority of the City of Orem is meeting to consider the minutes from its May 9, 2023 meeting. The agenda lists only the approval of those minutes, with no other business items. The meeting will be held at 56 N State St, Orem, UT, with electronic participation available.
- Approval of minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting
- Meeting location: 56 N State St, Orem, UT 84057
- Electronic participation available
- ADA accommodations available upon request
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve minutes from March 7, 2023, hear a presentation from the Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG), receive project updates, and discuss future and other items. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.
- Review/approve minutes from March 7, 2023
- MAG presentation
- Project updates
- Future items
- Next meeting scheduled for June 6, 2023
Orem Neighborhood Commission
The Orem Neighborhood Commission is meeting to review minutes from its January 31, 2023 meeting and receive updates from the Neighborhood Improvement Team, Orem Police, and Planning. The agenda includes discussion on expanding and changing the commission, improving resident communication, and an update on the Neighborhood Refresh Grant Program. General neighborhood concerns and upcoming meetings will also be discussed. The meeting is held in person and via Google Meet; contact Kena Mathews for the link.
- Review of minutes from January 31, 2023 meeting
- Updates from Neighborhood Improvement Team, Orem Police, Planning
- Expansion and changes to Orem Neighborhood Commission
- Discussion on improving neighborhood resident communication
- Update on Neighborhood Refresh Grant Program
CARE Advisory Commission
The CARE Advisory Commission is meeting to hear presentations from grant applicants, then discuss and recommend which projects should receive CARE funding. The commission will also approve minutes from its April 24 meeting and review the CARE process and funding overview. No final funding decisions are made at this meeting; recommendations will go to the City Council, which holds deliberations on May 23 and approval on June 13.
- Approval of April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Overview of CARE process and funding
- Applicant presentations for CARE grants
- Discussion, deliberation, and recommendation on applicants
- Upcoming City Council meetings: May 9 grant presentations, May 23 deliberations, June 13 approval
CARE Advisory Commission
The Orem CARE Advisory Commission is meeting to review the CARE process and funding, hear applicant presentations, and discuss next steps. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom, with a follow-up meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023.
- Applicant presentations for CARE funding
- Overview of CARE process and funding
- Next meeting set for April 27, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom
- Meeting held in person at 56 North State Street, Council Conference Room
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Historical Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss the Orem Cabin with Kena Mathews, review and approve the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting, and then adjourn for a tour of the Orem Heritage Museum. The meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM at 777 S State Street, Orem, UT 84057. The next regular meeting is set for May 18, 2023.
- Discussion of Orem Cabin with Kena Mathews
- Review and approval of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Adjournment followed by tour of Orem Heritage Museum
- Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission will meet to consider approving the March 14, 2023 meeting minutes and review street section services with Cody Steggell and Jet Buxton. The agenda also includes welcome and introductions, other business led by Chris Tschirki, and adjournment. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Consider approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Street Section Services Review by Cody Steggell and Jet Buxton
- Other Business led by Chris Tschirki
- Meeting location: 1450 W 550 N, Orem, UT 84057
- Contact: April Nielson, (801) 229-7509
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Orem Historical Preservation Advisory Commission is meeting to appoint a chair and vice-chair, hear a presentation on Orem history from Lon Bowen, and review minutes from its February 16, 2023 meeting. A Utah SHPO grant update is listed as an agenda item if applicable. The meeting is largely administrative and informational.
- Appointment of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
- Utah SHPO grant update (if applicable)
- Lon Bowen presentation on Orem history
- Review and approval of February 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission's Summerfest Committee is meeting to discuss and receive reports on various Summerfest event components, including talent show, food vendors, car show, and parade. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and updates from committee and support staff. This is a planning and coordination meeting for the upcoming Summerfest event.
- Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Reports on Orem's Got Talent, Boutique, Food Vendors, Children's Crafts & Entertainment, Car Show, Hospitality Tent, Baby Contest, Kick-Off Party, Pool Party, Hot Dog/Pie Eating Contest, Grand Parade
- Support staff reports on budget, parks, volunteers, publicity, purchasing, public safety, emergency management
- Next meeting date to be set
Library Advisory Commission
The Orem Library Advisory Commission is meeting to introduce a new Leisure Services Director and two new commission members, approve prior meeting minutes, and elect a vice chair. The commission will also discuss a meeting schedule change and hold a policy discussion. The agenda is largely administrative and procedural.
- Introduce new Leisure Services Director Bryce Merrill
- Introduce new Commission members Katrina Brittner & Debbie Smith
- Approve meeting minutes from January 11, 2023
- Elect Vice Chair
- Discuss meeting schedule change and policy
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission is meeting to review and approve minutes from December 6, 2022, hear a presentation from the Utah Transit Authority (UTA), and receive project updates. The agenda also includes discussion of future and other items. The meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2023, at 5:30 PM at 56 N State Street, Orem, UT.
- Review/approve minutes from December 6, 2022
- UTA Presentation
- Project Updates
- Future Items
- Other Items
CDBG Advisory Commission
The Orem CDBG Advisory Commission is meeting to review allocation processes and changes to the CDBG program, hear presentations, and determine funding recommendations for Orem-only and joint commission projects. The meeting includes a closed session and will set next steps for public hearings and council meetings in April and May 2023.
- Review minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting
- Review of allocation processes/changes to CDBG program
- Orem-only presentations and review of joint commission recommendations
- Determine Orem-only and joint commission funding recommendations
- Next steps: public hearings/council meetings April 11 and May 23, 2023
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission is meeting to plan the 2023 Summerfest, including approving January minutes, giving service awards, and receiving reports from committee and support staff on various event components. The agenda is primarily organizational, covering event logistics such as entertainment, food vendors, and public safety.
- Approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Service awards presented by Kena Mathews
- Committee reports on Orem's Got Talent, Boutique, Food Vendors, Children's Crafts & Entertainment, Car Show, Hospitality Tent, Baby Contest, Kick-Off Party, Student Marshals, Pool Party, Hot Dog/Pie Eating Contest, Grand Parade
- Support staff reports on budget, parks, volunteers, entertainment, risk management, publicity, purchasing, public safety, emergency management
- Next meeting and adjournment
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a water conservation presentation from the Central Utah Water Conservancy District, and discuss other business. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Consider approval of Jan. 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Water conservation presentation by Savannah Petersen of Central Utah Water Conservancy District
- Other business led by Chris Tschirki
Transportation Advisory Commission
The Orem Transportation Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for February 7, 2023, was canceled. The agenda would have included reviewing minutes from December 6, 2022, project updates, future items, and other items. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
- Meeting canceled
- Review/approve minutes from December 6, 2022 (canceled)
- Project updates (canceled)
- Future items (canceled)
- Next meeting: March 7, 2023
Historical Preservation Advisory Commission
The Orem Historical Preservation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss commission assignments, the 2023 meeting calendar, a state training review, a grant application, and input from a previous commission member. The agenda is largely procedural and administrative.
- Commission chair and assignments
- 2023 meeting calendar
- State CLG training review with Alena Franco
- Grant application discussion
- Lon Bowen, previous commission member
Orem Events Advisory Commission
The Orem Events Advisory Commission's Summerfest Committee is meeting to discuss and receive reports on the upcoming Summerfest event. The agenda includes committee member reports on various event components, support staff updates, and approval of prior meeting minutes. This is a working meeting focused on event planning and coordination.
- Approval of October 19, 2022 meeting minutes
- Reports on Orem's Got Talent, Boutique, Food Vendors, Children's Crafts & Entertainment, Car Show, Hospitality Tent, Baby Contest, Kick-Off Party, Pool Party, Hot Dog/Pie Eating Contest, Grand Parade
- Support staff reports on budget, parks, volunteers, entertainment, risk management, publicity, purchasing, public safety, emergency management
- Next meeting scheduling and adjournment
Library Advisory Commission
The Orem Library Advisory Commission is meeting to elect a 2023 chair and vice chair, review minutes from the November 2022 meeting, and hear reports on the Koha library system migration and the Adult Reading Challenge. The agenda also includes public comment, updates, and other business. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.
- Elect 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
- Review minutes from 11/16/22 meeting
- Koha migration report
- Adult Reading Challenge update
- Public comment period
Public Works Advisory Commission
The Orem Public Works Advisory Commission is meeting to consider approval of the November 15, 2022 meeting minutes and to hear a presentation on the Water Reclamation Capital Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes other business and is otherwise procedural, with no votes on ordinances or contracts listed.
- Consider approval of Nov. 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Water Reclamation Capital Facilities Plan presentation
- Other business discussion