Clearfield public meetings in 2023

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting on December 20, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The agenda consists of a tour of the city to judge Christmas lighting, followed by a holiday dinner celebration. No other business items are listed, and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn after these activities.

• Tour of the City judging Christmas Lighting
• Holiday dinner celebration
• Meeting at Executive Conference Room, 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 20, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The main decision item is a public hearing on ZTA 2023-1202, a zoning text amendment proposed by the city to update regulations for subdivisions, flag lots, public improvements, land use authority, and public noticing requirements. The commission will also discuss the Station Area Plan update and receive staff communications.

• Public hearing on ZTA 2023-1202, a zoning text amendment to amend Title 12 (Subdivisions), Section 11-13-9 (Flag Lots), Section 11-13-39 (Public Improvements), Table 11.1 (Land Use Authority), and Table 11.2 (Public Noticing Requirements)
• Discussion of Station Area Plan update
• Staff communication and commissioner's minute

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and regular meeting on December 20, 2023. During the regular session, the Commission unanimously recommended approval of ZTA 2023-1202, a zoning text amendment to update subdivision regulations, flag lot standards, public improvement requirements, and land use and appeal authority. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of ZTA 2023-1202 to City Council (7-0)
• Closed public hearing with no public comment
• Adjourned work session and regular meeting

PRC Meeting

The Clearfield Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting on December 20, 2023, for organizational items. The only listed item is a tour of the city's Christmas lighting, followed by a holiday dinner. No formal decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Tour of city Christmas lighting, meeting at City Hall lobby at 5:00 p.m.
• Holiday dinner celebration following the tour

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission met on December 20, 2023, but took no substantive actions. The agenda included welcoming new commissioners and organizational items, such as a tour for judging Christmas lighting and a holiday dinner. The meeting was adjourned without any votes or decisions.

City Council Policy Session Dec 12, 2023

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session where it will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a joint emergency management agreement with Clinton City and West Point City, and another authorizing an interlocal agreement with Davis County for $6 million in sales tax funding for the Depot Street and 1450 South extension. The council will also recognize retiring council members Kent Bush and Vern R. Phipps and hold an open comment period.

• Resolution 2023R-13: Interlocal agreement for joint emergency management services with Clinton City and West Point City
• Resolution 2023R-14: Interlocal agreement with Davis County for $6M in 3rd quarter sales tax funding for Depot Street and 1450 South extension
• Recognition of retiring Council Members Kent Bush and Vern R. Phipps
• Open comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Clearfield City Council approved two resolutions: one authorizing an interlocal agreement with Clinton City and West Point City for shared emergency management services, and another authorizing an interlocal agreement with Davis County for third-quarter sales tax funding to complete the Depot Street and 1450 South extensions. Both resolutions passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting also included recognition of retiring council members Kent Bush and Vern Phipps.

• Approved Resolution 2023R-13 authorizing interlocal agreement for joint emergency management services with Clinton City and West Point City (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-14 authorizing interlocal agreement with Davis County for third quarter sales tax funding for Depot Street and 1450 South extensions (5-0)

City Council Work Session Dec 12, 2023

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on December 12, 2023, with no substantive items listed beyond routine department updates. The meeting followed standard procedural guidelines for potential electronic participation.

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Staff provided updates on the water meter replacement program, VOCA and VAWA grants, a completed code enforcement blitz, and the discontinuation of the Connection Magazine. The council discussed future strategies, including a possible newsletter and code enforcement approach, but took no action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Council discussed water meter replacement timeline of 2-3 years
• Council reviewed VOCA grant funding of $302,765.08 for victim services
• Council discussed code enforcement blitz results and future approach
• Council discussed ending Connection Magazine and exploring newsletter

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two related requests from Alpine Church: a conditional use permit to operate a church and an amended subdivision plat to combine three parcels into one lot at 690 West 1700 South. The commission will also discuss a subdivision ordinance update and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Conditional use permit CUP 2023-1104 for Alpine Church at 690 West 1700 South (5.95 acres, C-2 zone)
• Amended subdivision plat FSP 2023-1103 to combine three parcels (TINs 12-297-0005, 12-297-0004, 12-065-0158) into one lot
• Discussion of Subdivision Ordinance Update
• Discussion of 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP 2023-1104) for Alpine Church to operate a church at 690 West 1700 South, with 11 conditions including sidewalk, landscaping, and engineering requirements. The commission also approved an amended subdivision plat (FSP 2023-1103) to combine the subject properties into one lot. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also discussed a draft subdivision ordinance update and accepted the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved CUP 2023-1104 for Alpine Church to operate a church at 690 West 1700 South (8-0)
• Approved FSP 2023-1103 amended subdivision plat to combine properties into one lot (7-0)
• Approved minutes from July 5 and September 6, 2023 meetings with edits (8-0)
• Accepted proposed 2024 Planning Commission meeting schedule

City Council Special Session Dec 6, 2023

The Clearfield City Council is holding a special session solely to canvass the results of the municipal general election held on November 21, 2023. This is a procedural step to officially certify the election outcomes. No other business is scheduled.

• Canvass of November 21, 2023 municipal general election results

The City Council acted as the Board of Canvassers to review the results of the November 21, 2023, Municipal General Election. The City Recorder presented voter turnout data and the final vote tallies for City Council candidates.

• Reviewed election results showing 2,164 ballots cast (18.5% turnout)
• Identified Dakota Wurth, Megan Ratchford, and Nike K Peterson as elected candidates

City Council Work Session Dec 5, 2023

The Clearfield City Council held a work session and discussed several items but took no formal votes on substantive matters. The Council appeared to agree to make the 500 West (1st Street) connection to D Street a top priority, directing staff to proceed with design, though a budget amendment will be needed. The Council also received updates on the branding initiative, four council initiatives, and a proposed interlocal agreement for joint emergency management services with Clinton and West Point, which is scheduled for approval at a future policy session.

• Directed staff to proceed with design of 500 West to D Street connection, making it a top priority (consensus, no formal vote)
• Consensus to keep the city logo separate from the slogan 'Where Dreams Take Flight'
• Majority agreed to use a medium hyper-realistic plane in the logo and to use black for the city name
• Adjourned at 7:32 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Policy Session - November 28, 2023

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to consider two resolutions: one to recertify the municipal justice court and another to approve an interlocal agreement for the 800 North roadway and utility improvements. The council will also hear a presentation on the Clearfield Ute Football League and take public comments.

• Resolution 2023R-11 requesting recertification of the Clearfield Municipal Justice Court
• Resolution 2023-12 approving interlocal agreement with Clinton City, Sunset City, and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for 800 North roadway and utility improvements
• Project awarded $1.516 million from Davis County with a 20% local match of $379,000
• Recognition of achievements of the Clearfield Ute Football League
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield City Council approved two resolutions: one to recertify the Municipal Justice Court and another to approve an interlocal agreement with Clinton City, Sunset City, and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for the 800 North roadway and utility improvements. The council also received an overview of the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) and recognized the Clearfield Ute Football League. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes for November 14, 2023 work and policy sessions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-11 requesting recertification of the Municipal Justice Court (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 approving interlocal agreement for 800 North roadway and utility improvements (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission meets November 15, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Executive Conference Room, 55 South State Street. The agenda includes approval of October minutes, a staff award presentation, reports from staff and commissioners, and organizational items such as the 2024 meeting schedule, officer elections, and a discussion on e-bike use on city trails.

• Recognition award to recreation and arts staff member Shalese Strong
• Discussion on use of e-bikes on city trails
• Election of officers to serve in 2024
• Plans for Holiday Decorating Contest
• Review commissioner meeting schedule for 2024

November Parks and Recreation Commission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving October minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving staff updates. The commission will also discuss organizational items such as the 2024 meeting schedule, election of officers, and the use of e-bikes on city trails.

• Discussion of e-bike use on city trails
• Election of officers for 2024
• Review of 2024 commissioner meeting schedule
• Plans for Holiday Decorating Contest
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission met on November 15, 2023, with 8 commissioners and 1 youth member present. The minutes list agenda items including open comment, staff reports, Park Watch report, organizational items, and an award presentation, but no votes or decisions are recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive actions taken.

November 14, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will approve minutes from October 24, 2023, and swear in Kathryn Paige Young as a new Clearfield City Police Officer. The meeting includes an update on the Fiscal Year 2024 First Quarter Financial Status and standard communication reports from the Mayor, Council, and City Manager. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed for decision on this agenda.

• Swearing in of new Clearfield City Police Officer Kathryn Paige Young
• Update on the Fiscal Year 2024 First Quarter Financial Status
• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2023 work session and policy session

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session on November 14, 2023, approving the October 24, 2023 work session and policy session minutes unanimously (5-0). A new police officer, Kathryn Paige Young, was sworn in. The meeting also included a financial update and reports, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved October 24, 2023 work session and policy session minutes (5-0)
• Swore in new police officer Kathryn Paige Young

November 14, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to discuss an interlocal agreement with Clinton City, Sunset City, and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for the 800 North Roadway and Utility Improvements. The body also discussed property acquisition for the 800 North and 350 South Capital Improvement Projects and reviewed General Plan Update Community Visioning Survey results. No specific dollar amounts or final votes were recorded in the agenda text.

• Discussion of Interlocal Agreement for 800 North Roadway and Utility Improvements
• Discussion of Property Acquisition for 800 North and 350 South Capital Improvement Projects
• Review of General Plan Update Community Visioning Survey results

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed an interlocal agreement for 800 North improvements, property acquisitions for capital projects, and General Plan survey results. Department updates were also presented. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Discussed interlocal agreement for 800 North improvements; no formal action
• Discussed property acquisitions for 800 North and 350 South projects; no formal action
• Discussed General Plan survey results; no formal action
• Adjourned at 7:00 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a specialized school for autistic children and a corresponding 1-lot subdivision. It also approved an amended subdivision plat to remove planned townhomes from the Kensington Place Phase 2 project.

• Approved CUP 2023-1001 for Autism Solutions specialized school at 1295 South State Street (7-0)
• Approved PSP 2023-1004 to record a 1-lot subdivision for Autism Solutions at 1295 South State Street (7-0)
• Approved FSP 2023-1003 to remove six townhome lots and one office/garage lot from Kensington Place Phase 2 (7-0)

October 24, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to consider two main items: approving a corridor agreement with UDOT for State Route 126 (State Street/Main Street) to set development guidelines, and approving a $150,000 contract amendment with Sunrise Engineering for construction management of the Clearfield Station TOD project. The meeting also includes an open comment period and reports from the mayor, council, and staff.

• Resolution 2023R-10: Corridor agreement with UDOT for SR-126 development guidelines
• Contract amendment with Sunrise Engineering for $150,000 for Clearfield Station TOD construction management
• Open comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Approval of minutes from September 26 and October 10 work sessions and October 10 policy session

The Clearfield City Council approved Resolution 2023R-10, authorizing a corridor agreement with UDOT and neighboring cities to establish development guidelines for State Route 126, including right-of-way widths, access management, and active transportation. The council also approved a $150,276 contract amendment with Sunrise Engineering for Phase 2 construction management of the Clearfield Station TOD. During open comment, a resident raised concerns about a proposed Code Blue homeless shelter location, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved Resolution 2023R-10 for SR-126 corridor agreement with UDOT (4-1)
• Approved $150,276 contract amendment for Clearfield Station TOD construction management with Sunrise Engineering (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 26 and October 10, 2023 meetings (5-0)

October 24, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss a contract amendment for construction management of the Clearfield Station Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) with Sunrise Engineering. They will also receive an update on the Council Initiative Branding. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of contract amendment for Clearfield Station TOD construction management with Sunrise Engineering
• Council Initiative Branding update

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on October 24, 2023, discussing a proposed $150,276 contract amendment for construction management services with Sunrise Engineering for the Clearfield Station TOD project, but no formal action was taken. The Council also reviewed branding options from 360 Marketing for the Council Initiative, agreeing to pursue one slogan/logo for both downtown and economic development, and directed staff to explore two branding packages (city re-brand and downtown/economic development). The session adjourned with a unanimous vote to move to a policy session.

• Discussed $150,276 contract amendment for Sunrise Engineering (no vote)
• Agreed to pursue slogan 'Where (fill in the blank) Takes Flight' (consensus)
• Selected first logo shown for branding (consensus)
• Directed staff to explore two branding packages: city re-brand and downtown/economic development (consensus)
• Adjourned work session to policy session (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive staff reports, and discuss organizational items including a Halloween/holiday yard decorating contest and updating the commissioner volunteer list. The agenda is largely routine and procedural.

• Approval of September 14, 2023 minutes
• Open comment period for public input
• Staff report from Recreation Manager Kristine Conley
• Discussion of Halloween/holiday yard decorating contest
• Update of commissioners' volunteer list

Parks and Recreation Commission 10/18/2023

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting on October 18, 2023. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, staff reports, and updates on park watch activities. Commissioners will also discuss organizational items such as a Halloween/holiday yard decorating contest and updating the volunteer list.

• Approval of September 14, 2023 minutes
• Open comment period for public input
• Staff report from Recreation Manager Kristine Conley
• Discussion of Halloween/holiday yard decorating contest
• Update of Commissioner's volunteer list

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission met on October 18, 2023, but the minutes record no substantive decisions. The agenda included approval of prior minutes, open comment, staff reports, and organizational items, but no votes or actions are documented.

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 18, 2023, at 6:30 PM (work session) and 7:00 PM (regular session) in the City Council Chambers. The main decision item is a conditional use permit (CUP 2023-0901) requested by Randy Covington to operate a home occupation business manufacturing firearm parts in an attached garage at 160 North Main Street Unit #22. The commission will also review minutes from October 4, 2023, and hold discussions on staff matters.

• Conditional use permit CUP 2023-0901 for home occupation firearm parts manufacturing at 160 North Main Street Unit #22 (TIN: 15-033-0022), 0.02 acres, T-C zone
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Staff discussion and communication items

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP 2023-0901) for Randy Covington to operate a home occupation business manufacturing firearm parts in an attached garage at 160 North Main Street Unit #22. The approval includes conditions such as operating hours, storage within the garage, and obtaining a business license and all applicable permits. The vote was 7-1, with Commissioner Bloomfield dissenting due to concerns about the applicant not yet having a Federal Firearms License.

• Approved CUP 2023-0901 for firearm parts manufacturing at 160 North Main St Unit #22 (7-1)
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2023, Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed moving to one Planning Commission meeting per month and starting at 6:30 p.m. (no action)

October 10, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session to consider Ordinance 2023-21, which would impose a temporary land use regulation (moratorium) on flag lot subdivisions while the city reviews its codes to align with state-mandated changes. The council will also recognize winners of the Yard of the Year contest and hear public comments. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports.

• Consider approval of Ordinance 2023-21 for a temporary flag lot subdivision regulation
• Presentation of Yard of the Year winners: April Seidel (first place), Phyllis Bouwhuis, Damion T. & Yun-Hui Englen (runners-up)
• Open comment period for public input
• Approval of minutes from September 12 and September 26, 2023 sessions

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2023-21, a temporary land use regulation prohibiting flag lot subdivision approvals for about six months, to allow staff to evaluate the current subdivision code. The council also approved minutes from previous sessions and adjourned to a work session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-21 temporary flag lot subdivision moratorium (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 12 work session, September 12 policy session, and September 26 policy session (4-0)
• Adjourned policy session and convened work session (4-0)

October 10, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a corridor agreement with UDOT for State Route 126, temporary land use regulations for flag lot subdivisions, the City Hall HVAC system, postponement of the Clearfield Station traffic signal, and a right-of-occupancy agreement for Chelemes related to construction on 1450 South Street. Department updates are also on the agenda. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion on Corridor Agreement with UDOT for State Route 126
• Discussion on enacting temporary land use regulations for flag lot subdivisions
• Discussion on City Hall HVAC system
• Discussion on Clearfield Station traffic signal postponement
• Discussion on Chelemes right-of-occupancy agreement for 1450 South Street construction

The Clearfield City Council held a work session and discussed several items but made no formal votes. Councilmembers appeared to agree to a plan to replace the City Hall chiller and BAS system at an estimated cost of $500,000, funded from General Fund interest earnings, with a budget amendment to follow. They also discussed a UDOT corridor agreement for SR-126, a proposed six-month moratorium on flag lot subdivisions, postponement of traffic signals at Clearfield Station, and updates on code enforcement, police cameras, and recycling.

• Agreed to proceed with $500K chiller and BAS replacement, funded from General Fund interest earnings (informal consensus)
• Discussed UDOT corridor agreement for SR-126; approval scheduled for Oct 24 policy session
• Discussed temporary moratorium on flag lot subdivisions; no formal action
• Discussed postponing traffic signals at Clearfield Station and 1450 South until TOD reaches 26% occupancy
• Discussed Right of Occupancy Agreement for Chelemes property; terms agreed but not signed
• Reviewed code enforcement blitz results: 175 of 325 parcels had violations
• Discussed police camera systems; UDE operational, WatchGuard implementation planned for Nov 14-16
• Discussed recycling options from Wasatch Integrated; no decision made

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a work session that has been canceled. The main discussion item is a staff presentation on the General Plan survey results, key themes, and priorities from FFKR Architects. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion of General Plan Survey Results / Key Themes & Priorities by FFKR Architects
• Approval of minutes from May 5, June 21, and September 20, 2023

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 3, June 21, and September 20, 2023 meetings. Staff and consultants from FFKR Architects led a discussion on the General Plan update, including results from a community survey with 360 responses. No formal decisions were made on the General Plan; the commission discussed next steps and a stakeholder group.

• Approved minutes of May 3, June 21, and September 20, 2023 meetings (7-0)
• Commissioner Browning volunteered as Planning Commission liaison to General Plan stakeholder group

September 26, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to review a 27-page draft Elected Officials Social Media Policy. Council members expressed significant concerns about the policy's scope, archival requirements, liability waivers, and potential overreach by staff. No formal action was taken on the policy; the council provided feedback for staff to revise and revisit the topic in the future.

• Adjourned work session and reconvened in policy session (4-0)

September 26, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will consider approving an interlocal agreement with Layton City for 911 dispatch services, a move that consolidates dispatch operations and is scheduled to take effect in late October 2023. The council will also review and approve the annual report on Community Development Block Grant accomplishments. Public comment is open at the start of the meeting.

• Resolution 2023-09 authorizing interlocal agreement with Layton City for dispatch services
• Dispatch consolidation scheduled for October 30, 2023
• Approval of 2022-2023 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Layton City for dispatch services, authorizing the mayor to sign related documents. The council also approved the 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant annual performance report. Both items passed unanimously with four votes, as one councilmember was absent.

• Approved Resolution 2023-09 authorizing interlocal agreement with Layton City for dispatch services (4-0)
• Approved CDBG 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 20, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The main item is a decision on a conditional use permit (CUP 2023-0802) requested by Luke Isaac of Ensign Services to operate a group home for persons with a disability at 659 West 450 North. The work session is canceled. The rest of the agenda is routine staff and commissioner communications.

• Conditional use permit CUP 2023-0802 for a group home for persons with a disability at 659 West 450 North (TIN: 14-223-0132), 0.24 acres, R-1-8 zone
• Work session canceled
• No minutes to approve

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP 2023-0802) for Luke Isaac with Ensign Services to operate a group home for persons with disabilities at 659 West 450 North. The home will house seven residents with 24/7 staff supervision, and the approval was unanimous. The permit includes conditions such as obtaining a business license, building permits, and maintaining the property's residential character.

• Approved CUP 2023-0802 for group home at 659 W 450 N (unanimous)
• Required applicant to obtain Clearfield City business license before operations
• Required all necessary building permits for interior remodeling
• Required facility to conform to health, safety, and building codes
• Prohibited structural or landscaping alterations changing residential character
• Required ongoing landscaping maintenance including weed elimination and fence repair

September 12, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2023-20, rezoning two properties at 1196 and 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 (Residential) to C-2 (Commercial), with a 5-0 vote. The decision followed a public hearing where residents raised concerns about traffic and road width. The council also approved the August 22 meeting minutes, a proclamation declaring September as American Founders and Constitution Month, and swore in new Youth Commission members and a police officer.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-20 rezoning 1196 and 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 to C-2 (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring September 2023 as American Founders and Constitution Month (5-0)
• Approved August 22, 2023 work and policy session minutes (4-0)
• Swore in 2023-2024 Youth Commission members
• Swore in new Police Officer Nestor G Beas

September 12, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed the upcoming dispatch consolidation with Layton City, reviewed the CAPER report, and received updates on patrol vehicles, Fisher Park shed, PARAT tax projects, and other items. No decisions were made, but the council expressed interest in a temporary land use regulation for flag lots.

• Discussed dispatch consolidation with Layton City, set to go live October 17, 2023
• Reviewed CAPER report: $202,657 received, $113,913.07 spent, $88,743.93 remaining
• No objections to adding patrol vehicle replacement to FY24 budget, pending budget amendment
• Council agreed to prioritize Dog Park Phase 2 over Fish Cleaning Station for PARAT funds
• Council interested in temporary land use regulation for flag lots, review expected by October

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 6, 2023, to consider two administrative actions. The body will discuss and potentially approve a site plan for a three-story mixed-use building and a preliminary subdivision plat for a three-lot flag lot project. No minutes from previous meetings are scheduled for approval.

• Site plan approval request SP 2023-0201 for a three-story mixed-use building at 246 East 200 South (0.33 acres, U-C zone).
• Preliminary subdivision plat request PSP 2023-0801 to subdivide 115 East 100 North into a 3-lot flag lot subdivision (0.75 acres).

August 22, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone properties at 670/690 West 1700 South from manufacturing to commercial to allow a church conversion, and to rezone 0.207 acres at 29/37 North Lakeview Drive from commercial to residential to adjust lot lines. The council will also approve a proclamation for Blue Star Welcome Week and receive an update on fiscal year 2023 year-end finances.

• Public hearing and Ordinance 2023-16/17: rezone 670 & 690 W 1700 S from M-1 to C-2 for church use
• Public hearing and Ordinance 2023-18/19: rezone 0.207 acres at 29 & 37 N Lakeview Dr from T-C to R-1-8
• Proclamation declaring Sept 23-Oct 1, 2023 as Blue Star Welcome Week
• Open comment period for public input
• Update on FY2023 year-end financial status

The Clearfield City Council approved four ordinances changing land-use designations and zoning for two properties: one at 670/690 West 1700 South (from manufacturing to commercial, to allow a church) and another at 29/37 North Lakeview Drive (from commercial to residential, to separate homes from a commercial building). All votes were 5-0. The council also approved a proclamation for 'Blue Star Welcome Week' and received a fiscal year 2023 financial update.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 amending General Plan for 690 W 1700 S from Manufacturing to Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 rezoning 670/690 W 1700 S from M-1 to C-2 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-18 amending General Plan for 29/37 N Lakeview Dr (0.207 acres) from Commercial to Residential (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 rezoning 29/37 N Lakeview Dr (0.207 acres) from T-C to R-1-8 (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring Sept 23-Oct 1, 2023 as 'Blue Star Welcome Week' (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 9 and August 8, 2023 meetings (5-0)

August 22, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session on August 22, 2023. The only substantive item is a discussion on a zoning map amendment request to change the zoning of properties at approximately 1196 East and 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 (Residential) to C-2 (Commercial). No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Zoning map amendment request from R-1-9 (Residential) to C-2 (Commercial) for properties at approximately 1196 East & 1198 East 1450 South

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to discuss a zoning map amendment request to rezone two properties at approximately 1196 East and 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 (Residential) to C-2 (Commercial). The Planning Commission had forwarded a recommendation of approval on a 6-1 vote, and staff supported the rezone as consistent with the General Plan. No formal decision was made during the work session; the council also discussed a community visioning survey for the General Plan update. The meeting adjourned to a policy session.

• Discussed rezoning two properties at 1196 East and 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 to C-2 (no vote taken)
• Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezone (6-1)
• Adjourned work session and reconvened in policy session (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The main decision item is a preliminary subdivision plat request for an 8-unit townhome development at 1057 South State Street. The commission will also discuss a General Plan update and other staff communications.

• Preliminary subdivision plat PSP 2023-0702 for 8-unit townhome subdivision at 1057 South State Street (0.67 acres, R-3 zoning)
• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2023
• Discussion of General Plan Update

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved PSP 2023-0702, a preliminary subdivision plat for an 8-unit townhome development at 1057 South State Street (0.67 acres, R-3 zoning). The approval was unanimous and subject to seven conditions, including revisions to meet flag lot setback requirements, UDOT access approval, and North Davis Fire District review. The project will return for site plan approval at a future meeting.

• Approved PSP 2023-0702 for 8-unit townhome subdivision at 1057 South State Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2023 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Required plat revisions to meet flag lot setback requirements in R-3 Zone
• Required UDOT review and approval for State Street access
• Required North Davis Fire District review and approval
• Required CC&R's for HOA governing private streets and common areas
• Required escrow agreement approved by City Engineer and City Attorney before permits

August 8, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session with one scheduled action item: approving Resolution 2023R-08, which authorizes an interlocal agreement with Davis School District for school resource officers at Clearfield High School and North Davis Jr. High. The agreement was updated to comply with 2023 Utah H.B. 61. The meeting also includes an open comment period and reports from the mayor, council, city manager, and staff.

• Resolution 2023R-08 authorizing interlocal agreement with Davis School District for school resource officers
• Open comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Approval of minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2023 sessions

The Clearfield City Council approved Resolution 2023R-08, authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Davis School District for school resource officers at North Davis Junior High and Clearfield High School, with updates reflecting House Bill 61 changes. The council also approved minutes from four prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports and community announcements.

• Approved Resolution 2023R-08 for school resource officer interlocal agreement (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2023 work and policy sessions (4-0)

August 8, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss two proposed General Plan amendments and rezones: one changing a property at approximately 690 West 1700 South from Manufacturing to Commercial (M-1 to C-2), and another changing the front .207 acres of properties at approximately 29 & 37 North Lakeview Drive from Commercial to Residential (T-C to R-1-8). The council will also receive monthly department updates. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• General Plan Amendment and Rezone: 690 W 1700 S from M-1 (Manufacturing) to C-2 (Commercial)
• General Plan Amendment and Rezone: 29 & 37 N Lakeview Dr front .207 acres from T-C (Town Mixed Commerce) to R-1-8 (Residential)
• Monthly department updates

The Council discussed two general plan amendments and rezone requests. Staff provided updates on license plate readers, community services staffing, and the selection of a marketing consultant. No substantive votes were taken on the proposed zoning changes during this session.

• Adjourned work session at 6:34 p.m. (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 2, 2023, to consider two items: a zoning map amendment to rezone properties from residential to commercial, and an amended subdivision plat to create a new commercial lot. The meeting includes a work session, approval of minutes, and staff discussions.

• Public hearing on RZN 2023-0701: rezone 1196 East & 1198 East 1450 South from R-1-9 to C-2 (0.63 acres)
• Discussion on FSP 2023-0609: amend Lots 3 & 4 of Lakeview Subdivision to create a new commercial lot at 29 & 37 North Lakeview
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2023
• Staff discussion on Planning Commission shirts and trainings

July 25, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a shared emergency preparedness coordinator, an interlocal agreement with Davis School District for School Resource Officers, and feedback on 4th of July celebrations. A discussion on adjusting Title 15 'Public Art' to remove mural-specific language was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Discussion on Shared Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
• Discussion of Interlocal Agreement with Davis School District for School Resource Officers
• Discussion to offer feedback on 4th of July celebrations
• Withdrawn: Discussion on adjusting Title 15 'Public Art' to remove mural-specific language

The Clearfield City Council discussed sharing an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator with Clinton City and West Point City, with Clearfield as the host city. The Council agreed to have City Manager JJ Allen pursue the interlocal agreement, despite budget adjustments being needed. No formal vote was recorded; the decision was to proceed with negotiations.

• Agreed to pursue shared Emergency Preparedness Coordinator agreement with Clinton City and West Point City
• Discussed updated School Resource Officer interlocal agreement with Davis School District (no action taken)
• Gathered feedback on Fourth of July events (no formal decision)

July 25, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on rezoning a 0.78-acre property at 982 West 1600 South from commercial to residential for townhome development, and on adopting increased water and sewer impact fees. The council will also vote on ordinances to amend the general plan, zoning map, records access code, and fee schedule.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 982 West 1600 South from C-2 to R-3 for up to 12 townhomes
• Public hearing on water and sewer impact fee studies and proposed fee increases
• Ordinance 2023-14 to amend General Plan Future Land Use Map for the property
• Ordinance 2023-11 enacting water and sewer impact fee facilities plans
• Ordinance 2023-13 adjusting development impact fees in the Consolidated Fee Schedule

The Clearfield City Council denied a request to amend the General Plan and rezone 982 West 1600 South from commercial to residential, which would have allowed a 12-townhome development. The council also approved ordinances updating records access and management, and enacting new water and sewer impact fees. All decisions passed 3-0 with two councilmembers absent.

• Denied General Plan amendment for 982 W 1600 S from commercial to residential (3-0)
• Denied rezoning of 982 W 1600 S from C-2 to R-3 (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 amending records access and management code (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 enacting water and sewer impact fee plans (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-13 adjusting development impact fees (3-0)
• Tabled June 9, 2023 retreat minutes for further review (3-0)
• Approved minutes for June 20, June 27 work sessions, and June 27 policy session (3-0)

TEST SWAGIT VIDEO

The Clearfield City Council met on July 21, 2023, for a policy session at 55 South State Street. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, including the call to order, approval of minutes with placeholder dates, and an open comment period. There are no scheduled items, public hearings, or specific decisions listed in the document.

• Approval of minutes for previous meetings (dates not specified in source)
• Open comment period limited to three minutes per person

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clearfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider amendments to the general plan and zoning map for two properties: one at 690 West 1700 South to change from Manufacturing to Commercial, and another at 29 & 37 North Lakeview Drive to change from Commercial to Residential. They will also discuss a conditional use permit for an indoor baseball training facility and a site plan for a carwash. The meeting includes a work session at 6:30 PM and the regular session at 7:00 PM.

• Public hearing on GPA 2023-0606: general plan amendment for 4.21 acres at 690 West 1700 South from Manufacturing to Commercial (Alpine Church)
• Public hearing on RZN 2023-0606: rezone 5.95 acres at 670 & 690 West 1700 South from M-1 to C-2 (Alpine Church)
• Public hearing on GPA 2023-0607: general plan amendment for 0.207 acres at 29 & 37 North Lakeview Drive from Commercial to Residential
• Public hearing on RZN 2023-0607: rezone 0.207 acres at 29 & 37 North Lakeview Drive from T-C to R-1-8
• Discussion on CUP 2023-0605: conditional use permit for indoor baseball training facility at 939 West 1600 South Suite #9 (Limitless Baseball)

The Clearfield Planning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a General Plan amendment and rezone allowing Alpine Church to convert a former gravel business site (670 and 690 West 1700 South) from manufacturing to commercial use. It also recommended approval for a General Plan amendment and rezone for 29 and 37 North Lakeview Drive to change 0.207 acres from commercial to residential. The commission approved a conditional use permit for Limitless Baseball to operate an indoor training facility at 939 West 1600 South Suite #9, and approved a site plan for a Waterfly Express Carwash at 680 North Main Street with conditions.

• Recommended approval of GPA 2023-0606 (Alpine Church) to change land use from Manufacturing to Commercial (8-0)
• Recommended approval of RZN 2023-0606 (Alpine Church) to rezone 5.95 acres from M-1 to C-2 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of GPA 2023-0607 (Ensign Engineering) to change 0.207 acres from Commercial to Residential (8-0)
• Recommended approval of RZN 2023-0607 (Ensign Engineering) to rezone 0.207 acres from T-C to R-1-8 (8-0)
• Approved CUP 2023-0605 for Limitless Baseball indoor training facility (8-0)
• Approved SP 2023-0604 for Waterfly Express Carwash with 17 conditions (8-0)

July 11, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed General Plan Amendment and rezone of property at approximately 982 West 1600 South from commercial (C-2) to residential (R-3). They will also discuss the Motorola WatchGuard video system, amendments to city code on government records access, water and sewer impact fees, and a draft report on the Moderate Income Housing Plan. The council may enter a closed session to discuss pending litigation. No final decisions are expected at this work session.

• Discussion on General Plan Amendment and rezone from C-2 to R-3 for property at approximately 982 West 1600 South
• Discussion on Motorola WatchGuard Video System
• Discussion on amendments to City Code Title 1, Chapter 10 (Government Records Access and Management)
• Discussion on adoption of water and sewer impact plans, reports, and fees
• Discussion on DRAFT Subsequent Report for Clearfield City Moderate Income Housing Plan

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on July 11, 2023, discussing but not voting on proposed water and sewer impact fee increases, a general plan amendment and rezoning request, the Moderate Income Housing Plan report, and a police camera system lease. No formal decisions were made; the council appeared to favor the impact fee increases and the camera purchase, but action was deferred. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to enter closed session for litigation strategy.

• Discussed water/sewer impact fee increases; council appeared in favor but no vote taken
• Discussed General Plan amendment and rezoning from C-2 to R-3 at 982 W 1600 S; staff and Planning Commission recommended denial, no action taken
• Discussed Moderate Income Housing Plan report; council feedback requested, no approval
• Discussed Motorola WatchGuard video system lease; council indicated support but no formal action
• Discussed records access code amendments; no action taken
• Moved to closed session for litigation strategy (5-0)

TEST POLICY SESSION

This is a policy session of the Clearfield City Council with no scheduled action items, public hearings, or presentations listed. The agenda consists of routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, approval of minutes, and an open comment period. No decisions or discussions of substance are listed.

• Open comment period limited to three minutes per person
• Comments may be submitted in writing to City Recorder Nancy Dean
• Meeting may be conducted via electronic means per Utah Code Ann. § 52-4-207
• ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice to Nancy Dean at 801-525-2714

TEST WORK SESSION

This is a work session agenda for the Clearfield City Council on July 11, 2023. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and adjournment, with no substantive discussion items listed. It also includes standard notices about electronic meetings, disability accommodations, and public notice posting.

• No substantive items listed on agenda
• Meeting may be conducted electronically per Utah Code Ann. § 52-4-207
• ADA accommodations contact: Nancy Dean at 801-525-2714
• Public notice posted at utah.gov/pmn, clearfield.city, and City Hall

July 11, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on proposed increases to water and sewer impact fees, based on studies by JUB Engineers and Zions Bank. No action will be taken until July 25, 2023. The meeting also includes an open comment period and reports from the mayor, council, and city manager.

• Public hearing on adoption of water and sewer impact fee studies, reports, and fees
• Proposed increases to water and sewer impact fees
• Open comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Mayor's report, City Council's reports, City Manager's report, Staff reports

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session on July 11, 2023, and opened a public hearing on adopting water and sewer impact fee studies, reports, and fees. No public comments were made, and the council voted 5-0 to continue the hearing to July 25, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of commendations for the Fourth of July events and scheduling announcements.

• Continued public hearing on water and sewer impact fees to July 25, 2023 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a home occupation business that cleans and details vehicles in an attached garage at 1061 East 1100 South. The meeting also includes staff discussion on training and communications. No minutes are scheduled for approval.

• CUP 2023-0603: conditional use permit for Eugene Deguzman to operate a vehicle cleaning/detailing business from home
• Location: 1061 East 1100 South (TIN: 09-024-0001), 0.2 acres, R-1-8 Residential zone
• Planning Commission training discussion

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) is holding a policy session with two public hearings: one to receive comment on amendments to the current FY2023 budget and another on the proposed FY2024 budget. Following the hearings, the board will consider approving Resolution 2023R-02 to adopt the FY2024 budget and Resolution 2023R-03 to authorize the FY2023 budget amendment.

• Public hearing on amendments to FY2023 CDRA budget
• Public hearing on proposed FY2024 CDRA budget (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
• Consider approval of Resolution 2023R-02 adopting FY2024 budget
• Consider approval of Resolution 2023R-03 authorizing FY2023 budget amendment

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on June 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at 55 South State Street, Clearfield, Utah. The purpose is to receive public comment on the CDRA budget for fiscal year 2024 (FY24). The tentative budget is available at clearfield.city, on the Utah Public Notice Website, and at Clearfield City Hall.

• Public hearing on FY2024 CDRA budget
• Tentative budget available at clearfield.city, Utah Public Notice Website, and Clearfield City Hall
• Contact: Rich Knapp, Finance Manager, 801-525-2720
• ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice to Nancy Dean at 525-2714

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold a public hearing to receive comments on amending its Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The hearing takes place June 27, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on amending the CDRA budget for Fiscal Year 2023
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 55 South State, 3rd Floor, Clearfield, Utah
• Contact: Rich Knapp, Finance Manager, 801-525-2720

June 27, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss replacing the roof at the Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center, amendments to the FY23 budget, the FY24 budget, and a study on impact fees for culinary water and sewer. They will also interview a Youth Council member for appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion of roof replacement at Clearfield Aquatic & Fitness Center
• Discussion of FY23 budget amendments
• Discussion of FY24 budget
• Discussion of impact fees study for culinary water and sewer
• Interview of Youth Council member for Parks & Recreation Commission appointment

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on June 27, 2023, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. They reviewed the roof replacement process for the Aquatic & Fitness Center, with staff recommending approval of awards to American Roofing and North Face Roofing. The Council also discussed FY23 and FY24 budget amendments, and an impact fee study for culinary water and sewer, with a public hearing scheduled for July 11, 2023. No decisions were made during this session.

• Discussed roof replacement awards to American Roofing and North Face Roofing; no formal action taken
• Reviewed FY23 budget amendments; no formal action taken
• Reviewed FY24 budget changes; no formal action taken
• Discussed impact fee study with maximum fees of $1,833.19 per ERU for water and $861.15 per ERU for sewer; public hearing set for July 11, 2023
• Interviewed Ashlyn Peterson for Youth Commission position on Parks & Recreation Commission; no appointment made

June 27, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold three public hearings to receive comment on proposed FY2024 interfund transfers, amendments to the FY2023 budget, and the final FY2024 budget. Following the hearings, the Council will consider resolutions to set the property tax rate, adopt the FY2023 budget amendments, and adopt the FY2024 budget. The meeting also includes an open comment period and a proposed appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2024 interfund transfers from Enterprise Funds and Water Fund to General Fund
• Public hearing on amendments to FY2023 budget
• Public hearing on final FY2024 budget (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
• Resolution 2023R-06 setting real and personal property tax rate for FY2024
• Resolution 2023R-07 adopting FY2024 budget

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session on June 27, 2023, and approved the final FY2024 budget, set the property tax rate for FY2024, and adopted amendments to the FY2023 budget. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved the appointment of Ashlyn Peterson to the Parks & Recreation Commission. No public comments were received during the three public hearings.

• Approved Resolution 2023R-07 adopting FY2024 budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-06 setting FY2024 property tax rate at 0.001202 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-05 amending FY2023 budget (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Ashlyn Peterson to Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 work and policy sessions (5-0)

June 27, 2023 CDRA Meeting

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold two public hearings to receive comment on amendments to the FY23 budget and the proposed FY24 budget, then consider resolutions to adopt the FY24 budget and amend the FY23 budget. The FY24 budget was previously adopted as tentative on May 9, 2023.

• Public hearing on FY23 budget amendments
• Public hearing on proposed FY24 budget
• Resolution 2023R-02 adopting FY24 budget
• Resolution 2023R-03 amending FY23 budget

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency held public hearings on amendments to the FY23 budget and the proposed FY24 budget, with no public comments. The board unanimously approved Resolution 2023R-02 adopting the FY24 budget and Resolution 2023R-03 authorizing an amendment to the FY23 budget, both by a 5-0 vote. The FY24 budget includes $3,132,165 in revenues and transfers and $2,497,733 in expenditures and appropriations.

• Approved Resolution 2023R-02 adopting the FY24 budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-03 amending the FY23 budget (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY23 budget amendments (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on proposed FY24 budget (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 21, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. They will conduct public hearings and take possible action on a general plan amendment and a zoning map amendment for a 0.78-acre property at 982 West 1600 South, changing its designation from Commercial to Residential. They will also discuss a conditional use permit for a home occupation business manufacturing airboat parts. The agenda includes only these substantive items; the rest is procedural.

• Public hearing on GPA 2023-0504: general plan amendment for 982 West 1600 South (TIN: 12-391-0010) from Commercial to Residential, 0.78 acres
• Public hearing on RZN 2023-0504: zoning map amendment for same property from C-2 (Commercial) to R-3 (Residential)
• Discussion and possible action on CUP 2023-0505: conditional use permit for Rhodes Performance Motorsport to manufacture airboat parts in a detached garage at 702 East 1000 South (TIN: 12-070-0018), 0.19 acres, R-1-8 zone

The Clearfield Planning Commission voted to recommend denial to the City Council for both a General Plan Amendment and a Rezone request by Oz Development, LLC to change the property at 982 West 1600 South from commercial to residential for townhomes. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for Rhodes Performance Motorsport to operate a home occupation business manufacturing airboat parts in a detached garage. The work session for July 5, 2023 was cancelled.

• Recommended denial of GPA 2023-0504 to change General Plan designation from commercial to residential (6-1)
• Recommended denial of RZN 2023-0504 to rezone from C-2 to R-3 (6-1)
• Approved CUP 2023-0505 for Rhodes Performance Motorsport home occupation business with 10 conditions (7-0)
• Cancelled the July 5, 2023 work session

June 20, 2023 Joint PRC Meeting

The joint work session focused on a water-wise action plan and the Parks and Recreation Commission's goals. No formal votes were taken on policy or funding; the meeting consisted of staff presentations and discussions on community priorities.

• Discussed water resiliency action plan including meter replacement and rate philosophy
• Reviewed PRC goals to increase community involvement and staff appreciation
• Discussed expanding teen recreation programs and financial assistance accessibility
• Discussed non-resident fees for youth softball and potential use of financial assistance funds

June 13, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council is scheduled to approve two ordinances: one rezoning a 0.26-acre property at 593 South Main Street from Public Facilities to Manufacturing, and another amending parking regulations in the Downtown Form Based Code and Off-Street Parking chapters. These actions follow public hearings held to receive community input on the changes, which were based on a 2022 Parking Study. The council will also approve the appointment of Jaylee Bouwhuis to the Planning Commission.

• Ordinance 2023-09: Rezone 593 South Main Street (TIN: 12-003-0098) from P-F (Public Facilities) to M-1 (Manufacturing)
• Ordinance 2023-10: Amend parking regulations in Title 11, Chapters 11G (Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code) and 14 (Off Street Parking Regulations)
• Appointment of Jaylee Bouwhuis as the Youth Commission Member to the Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Council approved two ordinances: one rezoning 593 South Main Street from Public Facilities to Manufacturing, and another amending parking regulations in the municipal code. Both passed unanimously. The council also approved minutes and a youth commission appointment.

• Approved minutes for May 9 and May 23 work sessions and May 23 policy session (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 rezoning 593 South Main Street from P-F to M-1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 amending parking regulations in Title 11, Chapters 11G and 14 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Jaylee Bouwhuis as Youth Commission member to Planning Commission (5-0)

June 13, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council work session on June 13, 2023, includes monthly department updates and an interview of a Clearfield Youth Council member for appointment to the Planning Commission. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Interview of Clearfield Youth Council member for Planning Commission appointment
• Monthly department updates

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes except to adjourn. They received updates on water conservation planning, Clearfield Station improvements, private development, and police camera system issues. Jaylee Bouwhuis was appointed to the Planning Commission as the Youth Commission member with no objections.

• Appointed Jaylee Bouwhuis to Planning Commission as Youth Commission member (no objections)
• Heard update on Growing Water Smart action plan including meter replacement and water rate discussion
• Heard Clearfield Station Phase II update: paving complete, two land sales pending, intersection work scheduled
• Heard private development update: STACK team restructuring, Jacobsen Construction on board, Front Climbing Gym committed
• Heard police virtual dispatch go-live postponed to September, physical consolidation October 2, 2023
• Heard body camera system issues: 11,000 videos behind, server down, considering new Motorola system

2023 Mid-year Retreat

The Clearfield City Council is holding a mid-year retreat to discuss future planning and review capital improvement plans. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with no other business listed.

• Review of Capital Improvement Plans
• Future planning discussion

The Clearfield City Council held a retreat work session focused on future planning and capital improvement projects. The Council reached a consensus to prioritize the Clearfield Aquatic and Fitness Center (CAFC) roof replacement, delaying other capital projects to cover the increased cost, without using the General Fund balance. The Council also discussed the future of the Justice Court, a new code enforcement strategy, and the capital projects planning process, but no formal votes were taken.

• Consensus to prioritize CAFC roof replacement and delay other capital projects, not using General Fund balance
• Consensus to keep electronic locks for public restrooms on the project list
• Discussed Justice Court future; staff to provide update next year during budget discussions
• Discussed new code enforcement 'Neighborhood Blitz' strategy; staff to prepare a letter for residents
• Discussed capital projects planning process; staff to present findings to Council in a work session in November

May 23, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance 2023-08, which authorizes a development agreement for the Davis County Health Department's parking lot expansion at 110-160 South Depot Street. The agreement addresses modifications to the Downtown Form Based Code, including landscaping, screening, security, streetlights, and utility undergrounding. The council will also receive an update on the fiscal year 2023 quarterly financial status and swear in two new police officers.

• Public hearing and ordinance approval for Davis County Health Department parking lot expansion at 110-160 South Depot Street (TIN: 12-020-0033, 12-020-0047, 12-020-0034)
• Swearing in of new police officers Ethan Brooks and Dylan Schuler
• Recognition of Wendy Arave for 33 years of teaching at South Clearfield Elementary School
• Update on fiscal year 2023 quarterly financial status
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2023-08, authorizing a development agreement for the Davis County Health Department's parking lot expansion at 110-160 South Depot Street. The agreement addresses modifications to the Downtown Form Based Code for the project, which includes an enclosed fleet parking area. The council also approved minutes from previous sessions and swore in two new police officers. No public comments were made during the public hearing.

• Approved minutes for April 25 work session, April 25 policy session, and May 9 policy session (5-0)
• Swore in new police officers Ethan Brooks and Dylan Schuler
• Closed public hearing for Davis County Health Department parking lot expansion (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-08 authorizing development agreement for parking lot expansion at 110-160 South Depot Street (5-0)

May 23, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: a zoning text amendment to parking regulations in Title 11, Chapters 11G and 14; a request by Dean Garrett with Morgan Pavement to rezone 593 South Main Street from P-F (Public Facilities) to M-1 (Manufacturing); and the 2023 Fraud Risk Assessment. These are discussion items only, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Discussion on zoning text amendment to parking regulations (Title 11, Chapters 11G and 14)
• Rezone request for 593 South Main Street from P-F to M-1 by Dean Garrett / Morgan Pavement
• Discussion on 2023 Fraud Risk Assessment

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to discuss proposed parking regulation amendments and a rezoning request, but took no formal votes. They agreed to remove a 220-volt power requirement from the parking code and discussed adding language for the Zoning Administrator to determine bedroom counts. The rezoning request for 593 South Main Street was discussed but not decided.

• Agreed to strike 11-14-7(A)(4) requiring 220-volt power in new garages
• Requested removal of all 220-volt power references from parking code revisions
• Discussed keeping 3+ bedroom parking ratio at 2.625 with Zoning Administrator determining room count

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a request to rezone a 0.26-acre property at 593 South Main Street. The applicant, Dean Garrett with Morgan Pavement, seeks to change the zoning from P-F (Public Facilities) to M-1 (Manufacturing). The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and staff discussions.

• Public hearing on RZN 2023-0403 to rezone 593 South Main Street from P-F to M-1
• Approval of minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a rezoning request for a 0.26-acre parcel to allow for the expansion of Morgan Pavement operations. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval to City Council for RZN 2023-0403 to rezone 593 South Main Street from P-F (Public Facilities) to M-1 (Manufacturing) (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on May 9, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at 55 South State Street, Clearfield, Utah. The purpose is to receive public comment on the CDRA tentative budget for fiscal year 2024. All interested persons are invited to speak. The notice was posted on April 27, 2023.

• Public hearing on CDRA tentative FY2024 budget
• Meeting at 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT at 7:00 PM
• Contact: Rich Knapp, Finance Manager, for additional information
• ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice to Nancy Dean

May 9, 2023 CDRA

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold a public hearing to receive comments on its Fiscal Year 2024 tentative budget, then consider approving the budget. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous sessions. This is a routine budget approval process.

• Public hearing on FY2024 tentative budget
• Consider approval of FY2024 tentative budget
• Approval of minutes from January 17, January 24, and April 4, 2023 policy sessions

The Clearfield City Community Development and Renewal Agency approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Tentative Budget, with final adoption scheduled for June 27, 2023. The board also approved minutes from three prior policy sessions, with one revision to the January 17, 2023 minutes. A public hearing on the budget drew no comments.

• Approved FY2024 Tentative Budget (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 17, 2023 (with revision), Jan 24, 2023, and Apr 4, 2023 policy sessions (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY2024 budget with no public comments (4-0)

May 9, 2023 Work Session

This was a work session, so no final decisions were made. Staff presented a proposed development agreement for a parking lot expansion at 110-160 S. Depot Street, which will be voted on at a later policy session. The Council reviewed the annual wastewater report and discussed potential locations and costs for a public art plane program.

• Development agreement for parking expansion discussed; vote scheduled for May 23
• Annual wastewater report reviewed; no action taken
• Public art plane program discussed; no final selection made
• Monthly department updates deferred to Policy Session
• Meeting adjourned 4-0

May 9, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session to receive public comment on the tentative FY2024 budget and consider several action items, including a $9.17 million increase to the Geneva Rock contract for the Clearfield Station transit-oriented development project, a new 10-year electric utility franchise agreement with Rocky Mountain Power, and approval of the FY2024 tentative budget. The council will also vote on polling locations for the 2023 municipal elections and the 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan.

• Public hearing on FY2024 tentative budget
• Contract modification for Geneva Rock Products: +$9,170,487.29 (total phase 1 now $28,063,357.09)
• Electric utility franchise agreement with Rocky Mountain Power (10-year term, renewable)
• Resolution 2023R-04: polling locations and vote centers for Aug 15 and Nov 7, 2023 elections
• Approval of 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan

The Clearfield City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 tentative budget, a $9,170,487.29 contract modification for Geneva Rock Products on the Clearfield Station transit-oriented development project, and a 10-year electric utility franchise agreement with Rocky Mountain Power. The council also approved the 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan, Resolution 2023R-04 for polling locations, and minutes from prior meetings. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Karece Thompson absent.

• Approved FY24 tentative budget (4-0)
• Approved $9,170,487.29 contract modification for Geneva Rock Products (4-0)
• Approved 10-year electric utility franchise agreement with Rocky Mountain Power (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-04 for polling locations and vote centers (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2022, July 7, 2022, and April 11, 2023 sessions (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and decision items. They will consider a development agreement for a Davis County Health Department parking lot expansion, a zoning text amendment to parking regulations, a 42-lot single-family subdivision, a site plan for an office building, and a Northrop Grumman building expansion and parking lot. The meeting includes a work session at 6:30 PM and the regular session at 7:00 PM.

• Public hearing on development agreement DA 2023-0302 for Davis County Health Department parking expansion at 110-160 S. Depot Street (0.83 acres)
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment ZTA 2022-030050 to amend parking regulations in Title 11, Chapters 11G and 14
• Preliminary subdivision plat PSP 2023-0304 for 42-lot single-family subdivision at 500 West and 1800 South (5.3 acres)
• Site plan SP 2023-0305 for office building at 2000 East 1400 South (0.9 acres)
• Site plan SP 2023-0401 for Northrop Grumman building expansion and new parking lot at Freeport Center, Building G-14 (8 acres)

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and a regular session on May 3, 2023. During the regular session, the Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a development agreement with the Davis County Health Department for a parking lot expansion and fleet parking area at 110-160 South Depot Street, and for a zoning text amendment to update parking regulations. The Commission also approved a preliminary subdivision plat for a 42-lot single-family subdivision, a site plan for an office building, and a site plan for a Northrop Grumman building expansion and parking lot at Freeport Center. All votes were unanimous except for the subdivision plat, which passed 6-1.

• Recommended approval of DA 2023-0302 (Davis County Health parking expansion) to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended approval of ZTA 2022-030050 (parking regulations amendment) to City Council (7-0)
• Approved PSP 2023-0304 (42-lot single-family subdivision) with conditions (6-1)
• Approved SP 2023-0305 (Manor House office building) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SP 2023-0401 (Northrop Grumman building expansion and parking) with conditions (7-0)

April 25, 2023 Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) One-Year Action Plan, which is required to qualify for federal funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The council is also scheduled to consider Ordinance 2023-07, which amends the city's Consolidated Fee Schedule to update Planning & Zoning fees to better recover service costs. Additionally, the meeting includes presentations from the Community Services Department regarding recent awards and the Youth Commission regarding their attendance at a national conference.

• Public hearing to review and adopt the 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan (program year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024)
• Consideration of Ordinance 2023-07 amending the Consolidated Fee Schedule to update Planning & Zoning fees
• Approval of the 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan
• Presentation by the Utah Recreation & Parks Association regarding awards for the Pumpkin Float and Clearfield Community Arts Center renovation
• Presentation by the Clearfield City Youth Commission regarding attendance at the National League of Cities Congressional Cities Conference

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2023-07, updating planning and zoning fees and increasing water utility base rates by 10% effective May 1, 2023, with a typical 6% increase to follow in January 2024. The council also tabled the 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan until May 9, 2023, to verify accuracy. Minutes from April 4 and April 11 work sessions were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 4 and April 11 work sessions (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 updating planning and zoning fees and water rates (4-0)
• Tabled 2023-2024 CDBG One-Year Action Plan (4-0)

April 25, 2023 Work Session

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: a proposed ordinance granting an electric utility franchise and general utility easement to Rocky Mountain Power, a contract modification for Geneva Rock Products related to the Clearfield Station Transit-Oriented Development construction project, and the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Proposed ordinance granting electric utility franchise and general utility easement to Rocky Mountain Power
• Contract modification for Geneva Rock Products for Clearfield Station Transit-Oriented Development construction project
• Fiscal Year 2024 budget discussion

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed a new 10-year electric utility franchise agreement with Rocky Mountain Power, a $9 million contract modification for the Clearfield Station project, and the FY24 budget. No decisions were made, but the council agreed to add two projects to the budget and allowed staff to order long-lead items.

• Agreed to add ADA ramp at 1980 South Jenny Lane and flashing light crossing at 1000 West to FY24 budget
• Agreed to allow staff to order Aquatic Center roof/elevator parts and Thornock Park playground equipment
• Decided not to hold a work session on May 2, 2023
• Discussed $9M contract modification for Clearfield Station project, to be reviewed May 9 policy session
• Discussed new 10-year RMP franchise agreement, expiring June 2023

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and regular meeting on April 19, 2023, to discuss proposed changes to the city's parking regulations, based on a 2022 parking study and feedback from a joint work session. No formal decisions were made on the parking changes; the commission provided feedback and staff agreed to research additional items. The commission approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022, and February 1, 2023, meetings. A public hearing on the Davis County Health Department parking lot expansion was rescheduled to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes for November 2, 2022 and February 1, 2023 meetings (7-0)
• Discussed proposed parking regulation changes; no vote taken
• Rescheduled public hearing on Davis County Health Department parking expansion to next meeting

April 11, 2023 Work & Policy Session

The Clearfield City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget during the 6:00 PM Work Session. At the 7:00 PM Policy Session, the Council will consider approving ordinances for a street vacation near Interstate 15 and an amendment to the Clearfield Station Master Development Agreement. The meeting also includes votes on two amended subdivision plats and an interlocal agreement with Davis County for election services.

• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
• Ordinance 2023-05: Vacate portion of 450 South and 1000 East rights-of-way crossing Interstate 15
• Ordinance 2023-06: Second Amendment to Master Development Agreement for Clearfield Station project regarding on-street parking
• Approval of amended subdivision plat for 440 South Main Street (TIN: 15-037-0001)
• Resolution 2023R-03: Interlocal Agreement with Davis County for Election Administration Services

The Clearfield City Council approved two ordinances: one vacating portions of 450 South and 1000 East rights-of-way crossing I-15 for UDOT, and another amending the Master Development Agreement with UTA and Clearfield Station Partners to address on-street parking at the Clearfield Station project. The council also approved two subdivision plats, an interlocal agreement with Davis County for election services, and several proclamations. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 vacating portions of 450 South and 1000 East rights-of-way crossing I-15 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 amending Master Development Agreement for Clearfield Station on-street parking (5-0)
• Approved amended subdivision plat for 440 South Main Street into two lots (5-0)
• Approved amended subdivision plat for Lotus Marq Subdivision Lot 1 into two lots and dedicating Carter Lane (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023R-03 interlocal agreement with Davis County for election administration (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring April 28, 2023 as Arbor Day (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring April as Clearfield Autism Acceptance Month (5-0)

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold a work session to discuss its Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting follows a Clearfield City Council work session covering potential 'Neighborhood Love Note' projects, a communications update, an interlocal agreement with Davis County for election administration services, and agenda software training. No formal votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2024 CDRA Budget
• Discussion of potential 'Neighborhood Love Note' projects
• Discussion on an Interlocal Agreement with Davis County for Election Administration Services
• Communications update
• Discussion on agenda software training

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve February minutes, welcome new commissioners, and discuss goals. Staff reports will cover the Aquatic and Fitness Center, Park Watch, capital projects, and city updates from the council liaison and director.

• Approval of February minutes
• Welcome new commissioners
• Goals discussion for the commission
• Staff report on Clearfield City Aquatic and Fitness Center
• Deputy Director Dickson's report on capital projects and events

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve an amended subdivision plat for the Lotus Marq Subdivision to create two lots and dedicate a portion of Carter Lane. They also approved a conditional use permit for an indoor golf facility at 570 East 1700 South, Suite 103. Additionally, staff announced that the April 5th Planning Commission meeting is cancelled.

• Recommended City Council approval for FSP 2023-0202, amended subdivision plat at 240 East 350 South (7-0)
• Approved CUP 2023-0204 for an indoor golf facility at 570 East 1700 South, Suite 103 (7-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the City Council of the second amendment to the Master Development Agreement for the Clearfield Station project, which would impose a 2-hour parking limit on select streets between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of a subdivision plat request to split a lot at 440 South Main Street into two lots. No decisions were final; both items are recommendations to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of second MDA amendment for Clearfield Station parking (7-0)
• Recommended approval of FSP 2023-0105 subdivision plat at 440 South Main Street (7-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Clearfield Planning Commission recommended approval of Development Agreement Addendum #1 for the Java Espress development at 585 North Main Street, which waives a required streetlight in exchange for tree replacements and new tree grates. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for Charles Osman to operate a limited distribution business at 340 West 1700 South. Both items passed unanimously. The minutes also included discussion of future agenda items and procedural matters.

• Recommended approval of DA 2023-0101, Java Espress Development Agreement Addendum #1 (7-0)
• Approved CUP 2022-110144 for limited distribution business at 340 West 1700 South, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 18, 2023, with corrections (7-0)