Clearfield public meetings in 2024

City Council - Work Session - Dec 10, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several operational and planning items, including a curbside green waste collection program, purchase of interview room cameras funded by a Homeland Security grant, and changes to the General Plan. They will also review a vandalized shed at Fisher Park, street striping based on the North Davis Active Transportation Implementation Plan, an internal audit of stormwater billing, and the FY26 mayor and council budget. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Curbside Green Waste Collection Program discussion
• Purchase of WatchGuard Interview Room Cameras using Homeland Security Grant Program
• Draft changes to Policy Statements and Future Land Use Categories in the General Plan
• Vandalized shed at Fisher Park
• FY26 Mayor and Council Budget discussion

The City Council held a work session to discuss implementing a curbside green waste program, potential budget adjustments for the upcoming fiscal year, and an internal audit of stormwater billing. No final legislative actions were taken, as the meeting was a work session focused on policy discussion and future planning. The Council provided direction to staff regarding the continuation of a stormwater audit and the preparation of future budget items.

• Increased Hope Center donation to $750
• Increased 'Lunch with the Mayor' budget to $1,000
• Directed staff to continue stormwater billing audit
• Agreed to include Fisher Park shed replacement in FY26 capital projects

CANCELLED - City Council - Policy Session - Dec 10, 2024

The Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on December 4, 2024, to discuss and take possible action on zoning text amendments regarding commercial storage facilities and permit expiration standards. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit for a group home at 438 North Vine Street and review the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public Hearing and action on ZTA 2024-1004 regarding Commercial Storage Facilities in the M-1 Zone
• Public Hearing and action on ZTA 2024-1102 regarding conditional use permit and site plan review expiration standards
• Discussion and action on CUP 2024-1101 for a Group Home for Persons with a Disability at 438 North Vine Street
• Discussion on the 2025 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
• Discussion on the General Plan Small Group Summary and Policy Statement Update

The Clearfield Planning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a zoning text amendment to allow commercial storage facilities as a conditional use in the M-1 (Manufacturing) zone, with development standards. The commission also recommended approval of a separate amendment to streamline conditional use permit and site plan review extension processes, and approved a conditional use permit for a group home for persons with disabilities at 438 North Vine Street.

• Recommended approval with modifications for ZTA 2024-1004 to allow commercial storage in M-1 zone (6-2)
• Recommended approval for ZTA 2024-1102 to amend conditional use permit and site plan extension standards (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 2024-1101 for group home at 438 North Vine Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Policy Session

The City Council will consider an ordinance to enact a local sales tax for parks and recreation following voter approval. The body will also discuss a board reappointment and the disposal of a small city-owned land parcel.

• Ordinance 2024-19: Enacting the 0.1 percent Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics and Trails (PARAT) Tax
• Resolution 2024R-19: Reappointing Councilmember Karece Thompson to the North Davis Sewer District’s Board of Trustees (2025-2028)
• Resolution 2024R-20: Disposal of a 0.107-acre open space parcel near 1000 East and 1450 South

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2024-19 enacting the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics, and Trails (PARAT) tax, and Resolution 2024R-19 reappointing Councilmember Karece Thompson to the North Davis Sewer District's Board of Trustees. They also approved Resolution 2024R-20, declaring a 0.107-acre open space parcel near 1000 East and 1450 South as not significant and directing staff to proceed with its disposal. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Peterson absent. The meeting also included reports from the mayor, council, city manager, and staff, but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-19 enacting the PARAT tax (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-19 reappointing Councilmember Thompson to North Davis Sewer District Board (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-20 declaring 0.107-acre open space not significant and directing disposal (4-0)
• Approved minutes from seven prior meetings (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve October minutes, hear public comments, and present an Award of Excellence to staff member Carlee Shock. Commissioners will receive updates from parks staff, discuss Park Watch assignments, and review plans for the Holiday Decorating Contest. The agenda also includes election of officers and a report from the Director on ongoing capital projects.

• Award of Excellence presentation to Carlee Shock from recreation and arts
• Park Watch reports and re-assignment of areas for new members
• Discussion of plans for the Holiday Decorating Contest
• Election of officers for 2024
• Director's report on progress and status of ongoing capital projects

City Council - Work Session - Nov 19, 2024

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure responsibilities and planning updates. The meeting includes reviews of facility plans and feedback on city events.

• Responsibility for the Heritage East Detention/Retention Basin
• Proposed update to the Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Facility Plan (IFFP) and Capital Facilities Plan
• Remnant portion of land at the northeast corner of 1000 East and 1450 South
• Feedback on Fourth of July events for 2025 preparation

The Clearfield City Council held a work session and took no formal votes. They discussed a request from Fieldstone Homes for the city to take ownership of a retention basin in Heritage East, but councilmembers expressed opposition. They also discussed updating the Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Facility Plan, selling a remnant parcel, and received updates on police and victim services.

• No formal action taken on retention basin ownership request
• Consensus to proceed with updating Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Facility Plan
• Consensus to proceed with selling remnant parcel at 1000 East and 1450 South
• Adjourned at 8:04 p.m. (4-0)

City Council Special Session

The Clearfield City Council held a special session to recognize winners of the annual Yard of the Year Contest and to swear in a new police officer. The council also canvassed the results of the PARAT tax election held on November 5, 2024.

• First Place Yard of the Year: Bob & LaRue Hawthorn
• Runners Up Yard of the Year: Bruce Finch and Tim & Kathy Wixom
• Swearing in of new Clearfield City Police Officer Mitch Porter
• Canvassing results of PARAT tax election (November 5, 2024)

The Clearfield City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results for the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics, and Trails (PARAT) tax. The tax passed with 5,519 votes for and 3,945 against. The council approved the canvass report and authorized the mayor to sign necessary documents. An ordinance to re-establish the tax will be presented on November 26, 2024.

• Approved canvass of PARAT tax election results (3-0)
• Certified PARAT tax passed with 5,519 for, 3,945 against
• Authorized mayor to sign documents related to election canvass
• Adjourned special session to work session (3-0)

CANCELLED City Council - Policy Session - 11/12/24

The Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The body will review and potentially approve minutes from previous meetings and take action on a conditional use permit (CUP 2024-1003) for a group home for persons with disabilities at 355 E Marilyn Drive.

• CUP 2024-1003: Conditional use permit for group home at 355 E Marilyn Drive (0.15 acres, T-R zone)
• Approval of minutes from July 10, August 7, September 4, and October 2, 2024

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Carmel Clermont to operate a group home for persons with disabilities at 355 East Marilyn Drive. The home will serve up to eight disabled residents, with four planned initially, and requires a business license and no structural or landscaping changes altering its residential character. The vote was unanimous. The commission also approved minutes from four prior meetings and received a training from Mayor Shepherd.

• Approved CUP 2024-1003 for group home at 355 E Marilyn Dr (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 10, Aug 7, Sept 4, Oct 2, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

City Council - Work Session - Oct 22, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager’s recommendation for the Community Development Director position. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; the session may address unresolved items from the prior Policy Session.

The Clearfield City Council held a work session where City Manager JJ Allen introduced Stacy Millgate as his recommendation for Community Development Director. Councilmembers asked questions but took no formal action. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Adjourned work session (5-0)

City Council - Policy Session - Oct 22, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to receive public comment on a development agreement for a contaminated gas station site at 20 West 300 North, a zoning text amendment to update building material standards, and proposed amendments to the CDBG Annual Action Plan. The council will also consider approving ordinances for the zoning text amendment and development agreement, appoint an alternate Planning Commission member, and confirm a new Community Development Director.

• Public hearing on development agreement for 20 West 300 North (abandoned gas station site)
• Zoning text amendment to update building material standards in Title 11 of Clearfield City Code
• Proposed amendments to CDBG Annual Action Plan, reallocating $204,908 in funds to facility improvements
• Consideration of Ordinance 2024-17 approving zoning text amendment for building materials
• Consideration of Ordinance 2024-18 approving development agreement for 20 West 300 North

The Clearfield City Council denied Ordinance 2024-18, a development agreement for the property at 20 West 300 North, after a public hearing and discussion. The council also approved a zoning text amendment for building materials standards, amendments to the CDBG Annual Action Plan, and several appointments. All votes were 4-0.

• Denied Ordinance 2024-18, development agreement for 20 West 300 North (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-17, zoning text amendment for building materials standards (4-0)
• Approved amendments to the CDBG Annual Action Plan (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Nick Dragon as alternate Planning Commission member (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Stacy Millgate as Community Development Director (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 27 and September 10, 2024 (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a routine meeting with staff updates and planning for upcoming events. Items include a report from the Aquatic and Fitness Center manager, recognition of Yard of the Year winners, and discussion of Halloween-related activities such as Boonanza and Hawl-O-Ween. No major policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Staff report from Clearfield Aquatic and Fitness Center Manager Clint Warnick
• Report on Yard of the Year winners
• Reminder of Halloween Contest
• Confirm volunteers for Boonanza event
• Discuss upcoming Hawl-O-Ween event

City Council - Policy Session - Oct 8, 2024

The City Council is holding a policy session to receive public comments regarding a proposed local sales and use tax. This tax would fund facilities, programs, and organizations for parks, arts, recreation, aquatics, and trails.

• Public hearing for the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics and/or Trails (PARAT) tax
• Proposed local sales and use tax of 0.1% (one penny on a $10 sale)
• Approval of August 23, 2024 work retreat minutes

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session with a public hearing on the PARAT tax, where one resident spoke in favor and none opposed. No substantive decisions were made; the council only approved the August 23 work retreat minutes and closed the hearing. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved August 23, 2024 work retreat minutes (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on PARAT tax (5-0)

City Council - Work Session - Oct 8, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss a development agreement for 20 West 300 North, a zoning text amendment on building materials, regulations for accessory dwelling units, and an appointment to the Planning Commission. The meeting will also include updates on the 975 South & 1480 West Project and departmental reports.

• Development Agreement for 20 West 300 North
• Zoning Text Amendment for Building Materials Standards (Title 11)
• Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Appointment of Alternate Planning Commission Member
• Update on 975 South & 1480 West Project

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on October 8, 2024, to discuss multiple items including a potential development agreement for 20 West 300 North, zoning text amendments for building materials, and accessory dwelling unit regulations. The Council also received updates on local infrastructure projects, traffic calming, water fluoridation, and a federal suspension of the train quiet zone. No final formal votes were taken on ordinances or agreements during this work session, though procedural adjournment motions passed.

• Adjourned work session and reconvened in policy session (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on October 2, 2024, to discuss and take possible action on a development agreement and a zoning text amendment. The agenda includes public hearings for a development agreement at 20 West 300 North and proposed changes to building materials standards in the city code. The commission will also review minutes from June 5, 2024, and hold staff discussions.

• Public hearing and action on a development agreement (DA 2024-0506) for 20 West 300 North (0.769 acres in the CC Gateway Corridor Commerce zone)
• Public hearing and action on a zoning text amendment (ZTA 2024-0901) by Clearfield City regarding building materials standards from Title 11

The Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend denial to the City Council of a development agreement (DA 2024-0506) for 20 West 300 North, citing inconsistency with the Downtown Form-Based Code, incomplete modifications, potential city liability, and concerns about guarantee of private improvements. The Commission also voted unanimously to recommend approval of a zoning text amendment (ZTA 2024-0901) to amend building materials standards in Title 11, allowing a greater variety of materials while listing non-permitted ones. Minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting were approved with a grammatical correction.

• Recommended denial of DA 2024-0506 for 20 West 300 North (4-3)
• Recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0901 building materials standards amendment (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes with edits (7-0)

City Council - Policy Session - Sept 24, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on two zoning changes: one to rezone property at 328 East 100 North from R-1-8 to R-2 to allow townhomes, and another to reduce the required distance between group homes from 3/4 mile to 1/4 mile. The council will also vote on approving a CDBG performance report, agreements with UDOT for a double track project, and a contract for the Fisher Park Skate Park upgrade.

• Public hearing and ordinance on rezoning 328 East 100 North from R-1-8 to R-2 for townhomes
• Public hearing and ordinance to allow group homes within 1/4 mile of existing group homes
• Resolution 2024R-17: Master Agreement with UDOT for UTA Double Track Project along Depot Street (200 South to 350 South)
• Resolution 2024R-18: Outside Engineering Services Reimbursement Agreement with UDOT for the same project
• Award of contract to Life is Good Investments for Fisher Park Skate Park flatwork, low bid $264,531.23, with budget reallocation to $279,106

The Council denied a request to rezone a property at 328 East 100 North to R-2 to prevent high-density housing in a single-family neighborhood. They approved a zoning text amendment to reduce the required distance between group homes to one-quarter mile to comply with the Fair Housing Act. Additionally, the Council approved a $279,106 contract for skate park upgrades.

• Denied zoning map amendment from R-1-8 to R-2 at 328 East 100 North (5-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment to allow group homes within 1/4 mile of each other (5-0)
• Approved $279,106 contract to Life is Good Investments for Fisher Park skate park flatwork (5-0)
• Approved Master Agreement and reimbursement agreement with UDOT for UTA Double Track Project (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 13 and August 27 sessions (5-0)

City Council - Work Session - Sept 24, 2024

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to receive updates on the Hill Air Force Base Restoration Advisory Board and the Plane Program. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

The work session was informational only; no formal decisions were made. Staff and guests presented updates on the Hill Air Force Base OU10 groundwater cleanup and the placement of plane statues around the city. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn the work session and reconvene in the policy session, which passed 5-0.

• Adjourned work session and reconvened in policy session (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review park watch reports and community program deadlines. The body will also discuss details for the Hoooollween dog parade and a subsequent joint meeting with the Planning Commission.

• Hoooollween dog parade on October 19, 2024, from 5-7pm at the dog park
• Review of Yard of the Year forms and deadlines
• Review of Halloween Decoration forms and deadlines
• Discussion on Park Watch program re-assignments for new members
• Joint meeting with the Planning Commission

City Council - Work Session - Sept 17, 2024

The Clearfield City Council work session will discuss updates on the downtown messaging project, regulations for accessory dwelling units, appointing an alternate Planning Commission member, and agreements for the UDOT/UTA Double Track project along Depot Street. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Update on Clearfield City Downtown Messaging Project
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
• Discussion on appointing alternate Planning Commission member
• UDOT Master Agreement and Outside Engineering Agreement for UTA Double Track along Depot Street (200 South to 350 South)

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed updating Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations to align with state code changes, including potential impact fees and design standards. The council also tabled a discussion on appointing an alternate Planning Commission member until more members were present. No decisions were made.

• Tabled appointment of alternate Planning Commission member
• Discussed ADU regulation updates, no action taken

City Council - Work Session - Sept 10, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session on September 10, 2024, to discuss several items including a zoning map amendment at 328 East 100 North and a zoning text amendment regarding group home distances. The council will also review bids for concrete flatwork at the Fisher Park Skatepark Upgrade Project and receive a presentation on the approval voting method.

• Presentation on Approval Voting Method by Daryl Henry
• Discussion on a Zoning Map Amendment Request to Rezone 328 East 100 North from R-1-8 to R-2
• Discussion on a Zoning Text Amendment to Amend Section 11-13-21 to Allow New Group Homes Within 1/4 Mile of Existing Ones
• Review of Bids for Concrete Flatwork for Fisher Park Skatepark Upgrade Project
• Department Updates

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on September 10, 2024, to discuss a presentation on Approval Voting, a zoning map amendment request for 328 East 100 North, and a zoning text amendment for group homes. The Council also reviewed bids for the Fisher Park Skate Park upgrade project, agreed to reallocate PARAT tax funds, and received departmental updates on traffic, station area plans, fall events, the RDA report, and workplace culture.

• Adjourned the work session and reconvened in policy session (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. (5-0)

City Council - Policy Session - Sept 10, 2024

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the CDBG Annual Action Plan and discuss draft policy statements for the city's General Plan. The body is seeking feedback on community priorities and guiding vision elements for the city's long-term planning.

• Public hearing to reallocate $133,190.20 from a vacant lot purchase to Aquatic Center and park improvements
• Proposal to reprogram $200,542.54 in unused CDBG funds from prior years
• Discussion of ten key themes and four focus initiatives for the Clearfield City General Plan

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session with no substantive votes beyond approving prior meeting minutes. They opened a 30-day public comment period on a proposed amendment to the CDBG Annual Action Plan to reallocate funds for elevator replacement at the Arts Center, ADA services, aquatic center upgrades, and park improvements. The council also discussed the General Plan update, including key themes and focus initiatives, with small group meetings scheduled for October 16, 2024.

• Approved minutes for Aug 6 work session, Aug 13 policy session, and Aug 13 Truth in Taxation (5-0)
• Opened 30-day public comment period on CDBG Annual Action Plan amendment for ADA, aquatic center, and park improvements

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a development agreement, a rezoning request, and a zoning text amendment to allow group homes closer together. They will also discuss a site plan for an 8-unit townhome development and an amended subdivision plat. The meeting includes a work session to review agenda items.

• Development agreement for 20 West 300 North (0.769 acres, C-C zone)
• Rezone 328 East 100 North from R-1-8 to R-2 (0.88 acres)
• Zoning text amendment to allow group homes within 1/4 mile of each other
• Site plan for 8-unit townhome development at 1057 South State Street
• Amended subdivision plat for 880 South State Street into Lots 301A and 301B

The Clearfield Planning Commission recommended denial of a zoning map amendment to rezone 328 East 100 North from R-1-8 to R-2, citing incompatibility with the neighborhood. It also recommended modified approval of a zoning text amendment to remove distance requirements between group homes, and approved a site plan for an 8-unit townhome development at 1057 South State Street. A development agreement for 20 West 300 North was tabled to October 2, 2024.

• Tabled DA 2024-0506 for 20 W 300 N (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of RZN 2024-0604 to rezone 328 E 100 N to R-2 (unanimous)
• Recommended modified approval of ZTA 2024-0706 to remove group home distance requirements (7-0, Murray abstained)
• Approved SP 2024-0707 for 8-unit townhome development at 1057 S State St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved ASP 2024-0801 to subdivide Lot 301 into Lots 301A and 301B at 880 S State St with conditions (unanimous)

City Council - Policy Session - 8/27/24

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session on August 27, 2024, featuring updates from Davis County officials and a consideration to reappoint Jaylee Bouwhuis as Youth Commission Ambassador to the Planning Commission. The meeting also includes an open comment period and routine reports from city leadership.

• Consider reappointment of Jaylee Bouwhuis as Youth Commission Ambassador to the Planning Commission (term expiring June 2025)
• Open comment period for public input on any topic (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Update from Davis County Commissioner Lorene Kamalu
• Update from Animal Care of Davis County Director Ashleigh Young
• Year-end financial status update for Fiscal Year 2024

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session with updates from Davis County and Animal Care of Davis County, but the only formal action was the unanimous reappointment of Jaylee Bouwhuis as Youth Commission Ambassador to the Planning Commission. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and presentations.

• Reappointed Jaylee Bouwhuis as Youth Commission Ambassador to the Planning Commission (5-0)

City Council - Work Session - 8/27/24

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Landfill Waste Diversion Incentive. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion on the Landfill Waste Diversion Incentive

The Clearfield City Council discussed the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District's recycling diversion incentive program but made no formal decision, instead directing staff to pursue a green waste program and launch a recycling marketing campaign. The council chose not to mandate recycling, preferring to educate residents and encourage voluntary participation.

• Directed staff to pursue a green waste program and obtain more information
• Directed staff to start a marketing campaign for recycling
• Declined to mandate recycling for residents

City Council Retreat

The Clearfield City Council is meeting for its annual retreat, focused on teambuilding and evaluating the city's vision and strategies. The agenda contains no specific decisions or action items, only the retreat session followed by adjournment.

• Annual council retreat at North Davis Fire Station #42, 88 East Center Street

The Clearfield City Council held a retreat work session with no formal votes or decisions. The Council agreed to have councilmembers observe the full February budget review meetings, and to discuss the Fourth of July and the NLC Congressional City Conference in future work sessions. Discussions covered budget process improvements, police staffing, parks maintenance, potential new revenue sources like a transportation utility fee, and economic development strategies.

• Agreed councilmembers would observe full February budget review meetings
• Agreed Fourth of July discussion to be scheduled for a work session
• Agreed NLC Congressional City Conference discussion to be scheduled for a work session
• Agreed to review mayor and council budget line item in a work session, likely in December or January

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approval of June minutes, hear public comments, and receive Park Watch reports. Commissioners will review deadlines for Yard of the Year and Halloween decoration forms, discuss volunteer opportunities, and plan the Hoooollween dog parade scheduled for October 19. The meeting will adjourn and reconvene in a joint meeting with the Planning Commission.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Open comment period for public input
• Park Watch reports and reassignments for new members
• Review Yard of the Year forms and deadlines
• Discuss Hoooollween dog parade on October 19, 2024 at the dog park

City Council - Work Session - August 13, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Utah Avalanche Soccer Club and the Old School Property. Department updates will also be provided during the meeting.

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to discuss a potential partnership with the Utah Avalanche Soccer Club (UASC) to develop the old school property into soccer fields and other amenities. No formal decisions were made; the Council expressed interest in pursuing the idea, and staff will continue discussions with UASC and the Community Services Department. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Discussed potential partnership with Utah Avalanche Soccer Club for old school property (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Policy Meeting - Truth in Taxation

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session to receive public comment during a Truth in Taxation hearing regarding the fiscal year 2025 budget. The proposed tax rate is 0.001209, which is an increase from last year's rate of 0.001202 and higher than the Davis County proposed rate of 0.001153. Following the public hearing, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Truth in taxation public hearing on the certified tax rate of 0.001209 for the fiscal year 2025 budget

The Clearfield City Council held a Truth in Taxation hearing to receive public comment on the certified tax rate. Finance Manager Rich Knapp explained the proposed rate of 0.001209, which would increase property tax revenue by 4.8% and cost the average resident $14.81 more per year. No public comments were made, and the hearing was closed unanimously. The meeting adjourned without any other substantive decisions.

• Closed Truth in Taxation public hearing (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council - Policy Session - August 13, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to discuss and vote on several key items, including a $9.5 million loan from the State Infrastructure Bank for water and sewer projects, an amendment to the Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement, and the adoption of the fiscal year 2025 budget. The meeting will also include public hearings on inter-fund transfers and the final budget, as well as a ratification of a new opioid settlement with Kroger Co.

• Amendment to Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement for 325-375 South State Street (296 residential units, 27K sq ft commercial space)
• Resolution 2024R-16: $9.5M loan from State Infrastructure Bank for water and sewer projects (15-year term, 3.59% interest)
• Ratification of $44M+ national opioid settlement with Kroger Co. (Smith’s Grocery in Utah)
• Ordinance 2024-14: Approval of amended Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement
• Ordinance 2024-13: Adoption of fiscal year 2025 budget

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session on August 13, 2024, and approved several items, including the FY2025 budget, a certified tax rate, a loan notice for water and sewer projects, and an amendment to the Lakeside Apartments development agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also ratified the mayor's signature on an opioid settlement with Kroger Co. and confirmed Spencer Brimley as Assistant City Manager.

• Adopted FY2025 budget via Ordinance 2024-13 (5-0)
• Set certified tax rate at 0.001209 via Resolution 2024R-15 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-16 to seek State Infrastructure Bank loan for water/sewer projects (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-14 amending Lakeside Apartments development agreement (5-0)
• Ratified mayor's signature on opioid settlement with Kroger Co. (5-0)
• Confirmed Spencer Brimley as Assistant City Manager (5-0)
• Approved minutes from six prior meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 7, 2024, to review and possibly act on two site plan requests. Commissioners will consider a proposal for an office building at 980 South University Park Boulevard and a warehouse building at approximately 225 West 200 South. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and staff communications.

• Discussion and possible action on SP 2024-0701 for an office building at 980 South University Park Boulevard
• Discussion and possible action on SP 2024-0702 for a warehouse building at approximately 225 West 200 South
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 3, 2024

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved two site plan requests during its August 7, 2024 regular session. The first approval was for an office building at 980 South University Park Boulevard, and the second was for a warehouse expansion for Dawson Building Systems at approximately 225 West 200 South. Both approvals included multiple conditions that the applicants must meet. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 3, 2024 meeting with minor corrections.

• Approved SP 2024-0701, office building at 980 South University Park Boulevard, with 12 conditions (8-0, Bloomfield abstained)
• Approved SP 2024-0702, warehouse building for Dawson at ~225 West 200 South, with 9 conditions (8-0)
• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes with corrections (8-0)

City Council - Work Session - August 6, 2024

The City Council held a work session to interview and discuss candidates for the Assistant City Manager position, ultimately selecting Spencer Brimley. The meeting included a presentation by Brimley and discussion of organizational changes, including impacts on the Legal Department and the need to fill the Community Development Director position. No formal votes were taken on the selection; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 5-0.

• Selected Spencer Brimley for Assistant City Manager position (discussion, no formal vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Bids

Clearfield City is accepting sealed bids for the Fisher Park Skate Park Expansion. The project includes construction of a mini ramp, street course, pump track, and formwork at 934 S 1000 E. Bids are due August 22, 2024, with a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 8. The engineer's estimate is $164,689.

• Advertisement for bids for Fisher Park Skate Park Expansion
• Project includes mini ramp, street course, pump track, formwork
• Engineer's estimate: $164,689
• Bids due August 22, 2024, at 2:00 PM
• Mandatory pre-bid conference August 8, 2024, at Fisher Park

City Council - Work Session - July 30, 2024

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes except to adjourn. They discussed a new opioid settlement with Kroger Co., an amendment to the Lakeside Apartments development agreement, a resolution for a State Infrastructure Bank loan, and proposed FY25 budget changes. No decisions were made on these items.

• Adjourned work session and reconvened as CDRA (4-0)

CDRA - Closed Session - July 30, 2024

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will convene a work session immediately following the City Council work session. The board may vote to enter a closed session to discuss the potential purchase of real property, as permitted by Utah law. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session for strategy discussion on real property purchase (Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205(1)(d))

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) held a closed session on July 30, 2024, to discuss the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property, as permitted by Utah Code. The motion to enter the closed session passed unanimously (5-0). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the minutes for the closed session are kept separately.

• Motion to enter closed session for real property strategy passed (5-0)

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Community Development and Renewal Agency will hold a work session. The board may enter a closed session to discuss a strategy for purchasing real property.

• Proposed closed session to discuss the purchase of real property

City Council - Policy Session Cancelled - July 23, 2024

The Clearfield City Council's regular meeting scheduled for July 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular City Council meeting of July 23, 2024 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a work session and public hearings. They will decide on an amendment to the Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement, a conditional use permit extension for a Marriott hotel, and two new conditional use permits for a cheerleading gym and a plumbing/HVAC business. The agenda also includes staff discussion items.

• Amendment to Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement (DA 2024-0601) for mixed-use project at 325-375 South State Street, 5.85 acres, U-C zone
• Conditional use permit extension (CUP 2022-060127) for Marriott TownePlace Suites hotel at 2000 East Legend Hills Drive, 2.06 acres
• Conditional use permit (CUP 2024-0503) for cheerleading gym at 340 West 1700 South Suite A103-104, C-2 zone
• Conditional use permit (CUP 2024-0504) for plumbing and HVAC business at 340 West 1700 South Suite B101, C-2 zone

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and regular meeting on July 10, 2024. The Commission recommended approval to the City Council for an amendment to the Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement, clarifying permitted successors and assigns. The Commission also approved three conditional use permits: a Marriott TownePlace Suites hotel extension, a cheerleading gym, and a plumbing/HVAC business.

• Recommended approval of DA 2024-0601, Lakeside Apartments Development Agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 2022-060127, Marriott TownePlace Suites hotel conditional use permit extension (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 2024-0503, cheerleading gym and training facility at 340 W 1700 S Units A103-104 (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 2024-0504, plumbing and HVAC business at 340 W 1700 S Suite B101 (unanimous)

City Council Policy Session - July 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session on July 9, 2024. The main item is a resolution to submit an opinion question to voters about continuing the local sales and use tax for Parks, Arts, Recreation, Aquatics, and Trails (PARAT), which expires this year. The council will also hear public comments and reports from the mayor, council, city manager, and staff.

• Resolution 2024R-14: submit PARAT tax renewal question to voters
• PARAT tax: $0.01 per $10 spent, generated ~$2.5M over 10 years
• Open comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Approval of minutes from April 30 and June 11, 2024 work sessions

The Clearfield City Council approved Resolution 2024R-14, which submits an opinion question to voters about imposing a local sales and use tax to fund parks, arts, recreation, aquatics, and trails (PARAT). The resolution passed 4-0, with Councilmember Roper absent. The council also approved the April 30 and June 11, 2024 work session minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and comments.

• Approved Resolution 2024R-14 to submit PARAT sales tax question to voters (4-0)
• Approved April 30, 2024 work session minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 work session minutes (4-0)

City Council Work Session - July 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council work session includes a presentation by the Military Installation Development Authority about future development in Falcon Hill, a discussion on third-party concession sales as part of the field use policy, and department updates. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion and presentation.

• Presentation by MIDA on future development in Falcon Hill
• Discussion of third-party concession sales as part of the Field Use Policy
• Department updates

The City Council directed staff to create a policy allowing parties renting city fields to sell prepackaged food and merchandise. The council also received updates on the Falcon Hill development and the pausing of a skate park expansion due to high bids.

• Directed staff to draft policy allowing field renters to sell prepackaged food and merchandise
• Paused skate park expansion after lowest bid was $130k over budget

Bids

Clearfield City has issued an advertisement for bids regarding the University Park Blvd. Mill & Fill project. The work involves asphalt mill and fill along University Park Blvd. Bids must be submitted electronically by July 18, 2024.

• University Park Blvd. Mill & Fill (Project #265) with an engineer's estimate of $262,799.00
• Bid submission deadline of July 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The agency will hold public hearings to receive comment on amendments to the 2024 fiscal year budget and the proposed 2025 fiscal year budget. The board will also consider resolutions to officially approve these budget updates.

• Public hearing for FY24 budget amendments
• Public hearing for FY25 budget adoption
• Resolution 2024R-01: Approving FY24 budget amendments and fund appropriation
• Resolution 2024R-02: Adopting the FY25 budget

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency is holding a public hearing to receive comments regarding an amendment to its Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The meeting will take place at the City Council Chambers.

• Public hearing for FY24 amended budget

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to receive public comment regarding the agency's fiscal year 2025 budget. The meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2024.

• Public hearing for FY25 budget adoption

City Council - Work Session - 6/25/24

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: an emergency management discussion. No decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Emergency management discussion

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to discuss emergency management priorities with Emergency Manager Stockton Trujillo. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the session. The discussion focused on training needs, coordination with neighboring cities, and identifying key infrastructure concerns like bridges. The meeting adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Adjournment motion passed (4-0)

City Council - Policy Session - June 25, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session with public hearings on proposed zoning text amendments, FY24 budget amendments, and utility fee increases for water, sewer, storm water, and garbage. The council will also consider resolutions and ordinances on interlocal agreements, a cost share with Davis School District, and a truth-in-taxation hearing date.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment for building materials in Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code
• Public hearing on monument sign frontage standards for property at 856 West Antelope Drive
• Proposed utility rate increases: $4.90 water, $4.18 sewer, $0.70 storm per month; garbage second can from $10.50 to $16.75; recycling from $5.50 to $6.50
• Resolution 2024R-13: Cost share agreement with Davis School District for 1st Street/500 West Extension Project
• Resolution 2024R-12: FY24 budget amendments; Ordinance 2024-12: utility fee schedule amendments

The City Council approved a utility fee increase for water, sewer, storm water, and garbage services effective July 1, 2024, citing rising infrastructure and provider costs. The Council also passed a proclamation declaring June 2024 as Pride Month and authorized several zoning text amendments and interlocal agreements. Additionally, the Council set a Truth in Taxation public hearing for August 13, 2024, to consider a proposed property tax rate for fiscal year 2025.

• Approved utility fee increases for water, sewer, storm water, and garbage (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with MIDA (4-0)
• Approved HOME Consortium agreement with Layton and Davis County (3-0, 1 recused)
• Approved zoning text amendment for downtown building materials (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for monument sign frontage standards (4-0)
• Approved FY24 budget amendments (4-0)
• Approved 1st Street/500 West extension cost share agreement (4-0)
• Approved Pride Month proclamation (3-2)

CDRA Policy Session

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) is holding two public hearings to receive comment on amendments to the FY24 budget and the proposed FY25 budget, followed by votes on resolutions to adopt both budgets. The FY25 budget is balanced and begins July 1, 2024.

• Public hearing on FY24 budget amendments
• Public hearing on proposed FY25 budget
• Resolution 2024R-01: approve FY24 budget amendments
• Resolution 2024R-02: adopt FY25 budget

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency held a policy session and approved two resolutions: one adopting amendments to the FY24 budget and another adopting the FY25 budget. Both resolutions passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote, with one director absent. No public comments were received during the public hearings.

• Approved Resolution 2024R-01 adopting FY24 budget amendments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-02 adopting FY25 budget (4-0)

City Council - Work Session 6/18/24

The Clearfield City Council work session covers four discussion items: proposed locations for a Code Blue warming shelter, a cost share agreement with Davis School District for the 1st Street/500 West extension, proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, and the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. All items are listed as discussions, not final decisions.

• Discussion on proposed locations for a Code Blue warming shelter
• Discussion on cost share agreement with Davis School District for 1st Street/500 West extension
• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budget amendments
• FY25 budget discussion

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on June 18, 2024, discussing potential locations for a Code Blue warming shelter, a cost-share agreement with the Davis School District, and proposed budget amendments. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 5-0. The council expressed a tentative preference to maintain the current property tax rate of .001209 for FY25.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)
• Discussed Code Blue shelter locations; no decision made
• Discussed 1st Street/500 West cost-share agreement; no action taken
• Discussed FY24 budget amendments; no formal approval
• Discussed FY25 budget; council appeared to agree on .001209 tax rate

City Council - Policy Session - June 11, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to consider awarding a $1,474,856.89 contract to Ormond Construction for the reconstruction of 350 South from Depot Street to State Street. The project has a budget shortfall of $350,000, which the council must address. The agenda also includes an open comment period and routine reports.

• Award of contract to Ormond Construction for 350 South reconstruction, $1,474,856.89
• Project budget is $1,274,500 with a $350,000 shortfall
• Includes new curb, gutter, and sidewalk on north side
• $27,000 in improvements for Lotus Anthem development, paid by Lotus
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield City Council approved a $1,474,856.89 contract with Ormond Construction for the reconstruction of 350 South from Depot Street to State Street. The project includes street, water, sewer, and storm drain work, plus curb, gutter, and sidewalk. The council also approved the May 14, 2024 policy session minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and updates.

• Approved $1,474,856.89 contract with Ormond Construction for 350 South reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved May 14, 2024 policy session minutes (3-0, Peterson abstained)

City Council - Work Session - June 11, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including zoning text amendments for monument sign frontage standards and building materials in the Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code. They will also receive an update on Fourth of July plans and discuss mid-year utility rate adjustments in the consolidated fee schedule. Department updates are also on the agenda.

• Discussion on Zoning Text Amendment to Section 11-15-8 D2 for Frontage Standards for Monument Signs
• Discussion on Zoning Text Amendment to Building Materials in the Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code
• Discussion on Fourth of July Update
• Discussion on Consolidated Fee Schedule - Mid-Year Utility Rate Adjustments
• Department Updates

The Clearfield City Council held a work session and discussed, but did not formally adopt, several items. The Council agreed with a proposed zoning text amendment to reduce the minimum frontage requirement for monument signs from 100 feet to 50 feet, as recommended by the Planning Commission. They also discussed a proposed amendment to building material standards in the Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code, providing direction to staff on changes, but no formal action was taken. The Council received updates on the Fourth of July activities, utility rate adjustments, and various department updates.

• Agreed with proposed zoning text amendment to reduce monument sign frontage requirement from 100 to 50 feet (discussion only)
• Discussed building material standards amendment; directed staff to make changes for future review (no formal action)
• Reviewed proposed mid-year utility rate adjustments effective July 1, 2024 (no formal action)
• Received updates on Fourth of July events, bike trail, high school parking, parking enforcement, and drone program

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two zoning text amendments and a conditional use permit for a Valvoline Instant Oil Change center. The commission will also elect a vice chairperson and approve minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on ZTA 2024-0405 to amend building materials in Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code
• Public hearing on ZTA 2024-0502 to amend Section 11-15-8 D2 for monument sign frontage standards
• Conditional use permit CUP 2024-0501 for Valvoline Instant Oil Change at 856 West Antelope Drive (0.41 acres, C-2 zone)

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and regular meeting on June 5, 2024. The Commission recommended approval to the City Council for two zoning text amendments: one to amend building materials in the Downtown Clearfield Form Based Code (ZTA 2024-0405) and another to amend frontage standards for monument signs (ZTA 2024-0502). The Commission also approved a conditional use permit for a Valvoline Instant Oil Change center at 856 West Antelope Drive with seven conditions. Robert Browning was elected Vice Chairperson.

• Recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0405 to amend Downtown Form Based Code building materials (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0502 to amend monument sign frontage standards (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 2024-0501 for Valvoline Instant Oil Change at 856 West Antelope Drive with 7 conditions (unanimous)
• Elected Robert Browning as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bids

Clearfield City is accepting sealed bids for the reconstruction of a mini ramp, street course, and pump track at Fisher Park Skate Park. The project's engineer's estimate is $164,689. Bids must be submitted electronically by June 18, 2024.

• Reconstruction of mini ramp, street course, and pump track at 934 S 1000 E
• Engineer's Estimate: $164,689
• Bid submission deadline: June 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM

City Council - Policy Session - May 28, 2024

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2024-09 adopting the Clearfield Connected 2024 Station Area Plan & Design Guidelines, with Councilmember Thompson abstaining. The council also awarded a $10.925 million contract to Stout Building Contractors for Phases 3 and 4 of the Maintenance and Operations Center, and approved Brian Swan's appointment to the Planning Commission. Minutes from four April meetings were approved with a correction.

• Approved minutes from April 9 and April 23 work/policy sessions with correction (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on Station Area Plan with no public comment (4-0)
• Approved Brian Swan to Planning Commission, term expiring Feb 2026 (4-0)
• Awarded MOC Phases 3 & 4 contract to Stout Building Contractors, $10.925M budget (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-09 Station Area Plan & Design Guidelines (3-0, 1 abstention)

City Council - Work Session - May 28, 2024

The council discussed the bid award for the 350 South reconstruction project, which came in over budget by $350k. Staff proposed covering the shortfall with funds from the 975 South 1480 West project and water impact fees, and identified potential savings. The council agreed to move forward, with formal approval expected at an upcoming policy session. The meeting also included training on the Open and Public Meeting Act and a review of council rules, with proposed amendments to be considered later.

• Agreed to move forward with 350 South reconstruction project (discussion only)
• Discussed budget amendment to cover $350k shortfall using 975 South 1480 West funds and impact fees
• Reviewed OPMA training video and council rules of order
• Proposed amendments to council rules, including agenda packet timing and decorum language
• Adjourned at 6:37 p.m. (4-0)

City Council - Work Session - May 21, 2024

The Clearfield City Council work session will discuss funding for water and sewer projects, the annual fraud risk assessment, a contract award for MOC Phases 3 & 4, and a required interlocal agreement for the Davis County HOME Investment Partnership Program. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of Water and Sewer Project Funding
• Discussion of the Annual Fraud Risk Assessment
• Discussion of the MOC Contract Award for Phases 3 & 4
• Discussion on the Required Interlocal Agreement for the Davis County HOME Investment Partnership Program

During the work session, the City Council reviewed the 2024 Fraud Risk Assessment, discussed water and sewer project financing options including the State's Infrastructure Bank, and reviewed a proposed $10.3M contract award for Maintenance and Operations Center phases 3 and 4. The Council also reviewed an interlocal agreement for the Davis County HOME Investment Partnership Program. Because this was a work session, no formal votes were taken on the discussion items prior to adjournment.

• Adjourned the work session (3-0)

Bids

Clearfield City is advertising for sealed bids for the construction of the 1st Street/500 West Extension Project (#297). Bids are due by 2:00 PM on June 6, 2024, and will be opened publicly via a live video stream. The project includes abandoning existing utilities, reconstructing all utilities, and building the roadway, curb, gutter, and sidewalk, with an engineer's estimate of $1,303,880.00.

• Engineer's estimate of $1,303,880.00 for the project
• Bids due June 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM via SciQuest
• Public bid opening via Zoom live stream
• Work includes utility reconstruction and full roadway construction on 1st Street between C Street and D Street
• Bidding documents available from Jones & Associates Consulting Engineers

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive park watch reports, and discuss organizational items including the Happy Trails event and Yard of the Week review. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of April 17, 2024 minutes
• Open comment period for public input
• Park Watch Report from commissioners
• Happy Trails Event discussion
• Yard of the Week review

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on May 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. to receive public comment on the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025. The meeting is a public hearing only, with no other agenda items listed. The budget document is available as an attachment.

• Public hearing on CDRA tentative budget for fiscal year 2025
• Meeting at 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT at 7:00 p.m.
• Contact Rich Knapp, Finance Manager, for additional information

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency will hold a policy session to receive public comment on its fiscal year 2025 tentative budget and consider adopting it. The agency will also set a public hearing for June 25, 2024, to gather further input. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 23, 2024.

• Public hearing on FY2025 tentative budget
• Consider adoption of FY2025 tentative budget
• Set public hearing for June 25, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Approval of January 23, 2024 policy session minutes

City Council - Policy Session - May 14, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items, including the FY2025 tentative budget, a proposed 8.5% executive salary increase, and a $35,038 refund to the North Davis Fire District. They will also vote on a $2.5 million landscaping project for I-15 interchanges and a resolution opposing a mandatory recycling fee. The meeting includes multiple public comment periods.

• Bid award for I-15 Interchanges Landscaping Project to Star Landscape & Engineering for $2,525,677 plus $50,000 contingency
• Public hearing and approval of 2024-2025 CDBG One-Year Action Plan
• Public hearing on proposed executive salary increase of up to 8.5% for FY2025
• Refund/donation of $35,038 to North Davis Fire District for building permit fees
• Resolution 2024R-07 requesting rescission of mandatory recycling fee by Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District

The Clearfield City Council approved the I-15 Interchanges Landscaping project bid of $2,525,677 plus a $50,000 contingency to Star Landscaping and Engineering, and adopted the FY2025 tentative budget via Ordinance 2024-08. The council also approved the 2024-2025 CDBG One-Year Action Plan, a $35,038 refund/donation to the North Davis Fire District, and a donation to the Davis Education Foundation. A resolution requesting Wasatch Integrated Waste Management to rescind its recycling mandate was denied.

• Approved I-15 Interchanges Landscaping bid to Star Landscaping and Engineering for $2,525,677 plus $50,000 contingency (4-0)
• Approved FY2025 Tentative Budget via Ordinance 2024-08 (4-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 CDBG One-Year Action Plan (4-0)
• Approved $35,038 refund/donation to North Davis Fire District (4-0)
• Approved donation of Aquatic Center passes to Davis Education Foundation (4-0)
• Denied Resolution 2024R-07 requesting Wasatch Integrated Waste Management rescind recycling mandate (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-09 to submit PARAT tax opinion question to residents (4-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring May 2024 Jewish American Heritage Month (4-0)

City Council - Work Session - May 14, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 25 budget, updates to the Clearfield Station Area Plan, and Planning Commission appointments. Department updates are also on the agenda. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion on Proposed Fiscal Year 25 Budget
• Discussion on Clearfield Station Area Plan Updates
• Discussion on Planning Commission Appointments
• Department Updates

The City Council held a work session to discuss the proposed FY25 budget, tentatively agreeing to pursue Scenario A, which includes an average 8.5% wage increase and no new staffing positions. The Council also agreed to use CDBG funds for certain projects, such as an elevator, instead of a lot purchase. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the tentative budget is scheduled for adoption later in May.

• Tentatively agreed to FY25 budget Scenario A with 8.5% average wage increase (no formal vote)
• Agreed to use CDBG funds for elevator project instead of lot purchase (no formal vote)
• Agreed to add third health insurance option with 90/10 premium split (no formal vote)
• Appointed Commissioner Brian Swan as regular Planning Commission member (no formal vote)
• Agreed to proceed with Clearfield Station Area Plan updates for public hearing on May 28 (no formal vote)

CDRA - Policy Session - May 14, 2024

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold a policy session to receive public comment on its fiscal year 2025 tentative budget, then consider adopting that budget and scheduling a public hearing for June 25, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 23, 2024 policy session.

• Public hearing on FY2025 tentative budget
• Consider adoption of FY2025 tentative budget
• Set public hearing for June 25, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Approval of January 23, 2024 policy session minutes

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) held a policy session on May 14, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the January 23, 2024 policy session, held a public hearing with no comments, and adopted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025. A public hearing on the budget was set for June 25, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. All votes were unanimous among present directors, with Director Peterson absent.

• Approved minutes from January 23, 2024 policy session (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY2025 tentative budget with no public comments (4-0)
• Adopted FY2025 tentative budget and set public hearing for June 25, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:09 p.m. (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 1, 2024, to consider a conditional use permit (CUP 2024-0304) for an extended-stay hotel at approximately 1985 East 1400 South. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and selection of an acting vice chairperson.

• Conditional use permit CUP 2024-0304 for extended-stay hotel by Concord Hospitality, 2.07 acres, C-2 zone
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2024
• Selection of acting vice chairperson
• Staff discussion and communications, including PC appointment timeline

The Clearfield Planning Commission approved CUP 2024-0304, a conditional use permit for Concord Hospitality to build a 124-room Marriott StudioRes extended stay hotel at approximately 1985 East 1400 South. The approval includes nine conditions covering landscaping, parking, pedestrian amenities, and other design revisions. The commission also approved the March 6, 2024 meeting minutes and appointed Robert Browning as Acting Vice Chair.

• Approved CUP 2024-0304 for extended stay hotel (7-0) with conditions
• Approved minutes of March 6, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Appointed Robert Browning as Acting Vice Chair

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) will hold a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This is a discussion item only; no final decision is listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled to follow the City Council work session at 6:00 PM on April 30, 2024.

• Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed CDRA Budget

CDRA Work Session - April 30, 2024

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) is holding a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This is a discussion item only, with no formal action scheduled. The work session follows the City Council work session at the same location.

• Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed CDRA Budget

The Clearfield CDRA board appointed Tim Roper as chair and reviewed the draft FY25 budget. They directed staff to move remaining interchange landscaping funds into RDA 9 and discussed potential uses for RDA 7 funds, including downtown messaging and utility undergrounding, but made no final allocations. No funds were designated for the 300 North property.

• Appointed Tim Roper as Chair (5-0)
• Directed staff to put remaining interchange landscaping funds into RDA 9
• Declined to designate funds for 300 North property
• Adjourned at 10:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Work Session - April 30, 2024

The Clearfield City Council work session will discuss several items, including a proposed interlocal agreement with the Military Installation Development Authority, bids for landscaping and street reconstruction, the annual wastewater report, and the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Proposed Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA)
• I-15 Interchanges Landscaping Bid
• Utilities and Street Reconstruction Project at 975 South and 1480 West
• Annual Wastewater Report
• Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget

The Council discussed but did not vote on the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District resolution, with the mayor recommending denial and staff to research curbside green waste and recycling opt-out programs. The Council also discussed the MIDA interlocal agreement, agreeing not to pursue an availability cost, and directed staff to move forward with the full I-15 landscaping project, requesting CRDA funds. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Denied WIWMD resolution (mayor's recommendation, no formal vote)
• Directed staff to research curbside green waste and recycling opt-out programs
• Agreed not to pursue availability cost in MIDA interlocal agreement
• Approved moving forward with full I-15 landscaping project, including Alternate One, and to request CRDA funds
• Confirmed approval of utilities and street reconstruction project at 975 South and 1480 West as budgeted
• Decided not to pursue community engagement for General Plan update, but to continue adoption process
• No objections to renting portable chiller for $53K for May-August
• Council did not want budget increases for Christmas decor or dispatch area renovation

Bids

Clearfield City is advertising for sealed bids for the 350 South Reconstruction Project (#210), with a public bid opening scheduled for May 16, 2024, via live video stream. The project involves removing and rebuilding utilities, roadway, curb, gutter, and sidewalk between Main Street and Depot Street, with an engineer's estimate of $1,349,051.00.

• Engineer's estimate of $1,349,051.00 for 350 South reconstruction
• Project includes storm sewer, sanitary sewer, culinary water, roadway, curb, gutter, and sidewalk
• Bids due by 1:00 PM on May 16, 2024, opened via live video stream
• Bidding documents available from Jones & Associates Consulting Engineers, 6080 Fashion Point Drive, South Ogden
• No pre-bid conference will be held

City Council - Work Session - April 23, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, receive a report from UTOPIA (a telecommunications agency), review the PARAT tax, and consider a donation to the Davis Education Foundation for its fundraising gala. These are discussion items only; no final votes are listed on this agenda.

• Report from Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency (UTOPIA)
• PARAT Tax Review
• Discussion on donation to Davis Education Foundation for Annual Fundraising Gala Auction
• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes, but reached consensus on several budget items. Council agreed to increase rates for additional trash containers to $16.75 and recycling containers to $6.25 to match city costs. They also directed staff to research bonding options, water rate increases, and project prioritization for the FY2025 budget, and discussed a potential PARAT tax renewal for the November ballot.

• Agreed to increase additional trash container rate to $16.75 and recycling container rate to $6.25
• Directed staff to research bonding rates, water rate increase options, and capital project priorities
• Discussed potential PARAT tax renewal for another 10 years (no formal action)
• Discussed donation to Davis Education Foundation for gala auction (public hearing set for May 14, 2024)
• Discussed FY2025 budget, including property tax rate options and compensation package

City Council - Policy Session - April 23, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session with public hearings and votes on two zoning text amendments: one updating landscape open space requirements for the P-F (Public Facilities) zone and another adopting updated development, design, and construction standards. The council will also hear presentations, including an award for the Community Services Director and a report from the Youth Commission, and consider proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Arbor Day.

• Public hearing and ordinance 2024-06: amend sections 11-3, 11-10A, 11-21 to update landscape open space requirements for P-F zone
• Public hearing and ordinance 2024-07: adopt updated development, design, and construction standards
• Proclamation declaring April 26, 2024 as Arbor Day
• Recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation
• Presentation of Outstanding Executive Director of the Year award to Eric Howes

The Clearfield City Council approved two zoning text amendments: Ordinance 2024-06, which updates landscape open space requirements for the P-F (Public Facilities) zone and makes minor landscaping standard changes, and Ordinance 2024-07, which adopts an updated set of Development, Design, and Construction Standards. Both passed 5-0. The council also approved an Arbor Day proclamation and the minutes from previous meetings (4-1).

• Approved Ordinance 2024-06 zoning text amendment for P-F zone landscaping and standards (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-07 adopting updated Development, Design, and Construction Standards (5-0)
• Approved Arbor Day proclamation for April 26, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Feb 27, Mar 19, and Mar 26 meetings (4-1)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving March minutes, hearing public comment, and receiving staff reports. The commission will also finalize planning for the Happy Trails event on May 18th, recognize recreation employee Dallin Hall with an award of excellence, and assign Yard of the Week judging zones.

• Final planning for Happy Trails event on May 18th
• Employee spotlight: Dallin Hall receives award of excellence
• Staff report from recreation and arts manager Kristine Conley
• Yard of the Week judging zone and date assignments
• Open comment period for public input

City Council - Policy Session - Apr 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council voted 2-3 against Resolution 2024R-07, which would have asked the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District to amend or rescind its mandatory recycling program. The council then voted 5-0 to continue consideration of the resolution to May 14, 2024. Other actions included approving a zoning text amendment for downtown transition setbacks, a canal cost-sharing agreement, and a financial literacy proclamation.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-05 amending transition setback in Downtown Form Based Code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-08 cost-sharing agreement with Davis & Weber Counties Canal Company (5-0)
• Rejected Resolution 2024R-07 requesting WIWMD to rescind/amend recycling mandate (2-3)
• Continued consideration of Resolution 2024R-07 to May 14, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring April 2024 Financial Literacy Awareness Month (5-0)

City Council - Work Session - Apr 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on April 9, 2024, with no formal votes or decisions. Discussions covered council initiatives (bridge party, murals, plane program), a zoning text amendment for landscape standards, adoption of updated development standards, and the FY2025 budget. The only action was a motion to adjourn the work session and reconvene in a policy session, which passed 5-0.

• Adjourned work session and reconvened in policy session (5-0)
• Discussed council initiatives: bridge party, murals, plane program
• Discussed zoning text amendment for landscape standards (no vote)
• Discussed adoption of updated development standards (no vote)
• Discussed FY2025 budget, including water and sewer rates (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider zoning text amendments, site plans for mixed-use residential buildings and a public works facility, and other administrative items. Public hearings will be held for the zoning amendments, and the commission may take action on the site plans.

• ZTA 2024-0206: amend landscape open space requirements for P-F Zone
• ZTA 2024-0306: adopt updated Development, Design, and Construction Standards
• SP 2023-1205: two mixed-use residential buildings at 780 & 805 East Station Boulevard (4.761 acres)
• SP 2024-0302: public works operations and fleet storage buildings at 497 S. Main Street (6.26 acres)

The Clearfield Planning Commission recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0206 with modifications to tree requirements: one tree per 500 sq ft for commercial and one per 400 sq ft for multi-family. They also recommended approval of updated Development, Design, and Construction Standards (ZTA 2024-0306) and approved two site plans for mixed-use residential buildings and a public works facility. The minutes record no other substantive decisions.

• Recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0206 with modified tree requirements (5-1)
• Recommended approval of ZTA 2024-0306 for updated Development, Design, and Construction Standards (5-1)
• Approved SP 2023-1205 for two mixed-use residential buildings at 780 & 805 E Station Blvd (6-0)
• Approved SP 2024-0302 for public works operations and fleet storage buildings at 497 S Main St (6-0)

City Council - Policy Session - Mar 26, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session with two public hearings: one on amending the Master Development Plan for the Clearfield Station project (a mixed-use development near 1250 South State Street) and another on the 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. The council will also consider approving the amendment via Ordinance 2024-04 and a proclamation declaring March 2024 as DeMolay Month. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-04 amending the Clearfield Station Master Development Plan (MDA with UTA and Clearfield Station Partners, LLC) at ~1250 South State Street
• Public hearing on the 2024-2025 CDBG One-Year Action Plan; city expects ~$200,000 in CDBG funds
• Consider approval of DeMolay Month proclamation for March 2024
• Approval of minutes from February 13 and 27, 2024 work and policy sessions
• Open comment period for public input

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2024-04, amending the Master Development Plan for the Clearfield Station project, which updates signage rules and setback measurements. The council also approved a proclamation declaring March 2024 as DeMolay Month. Minutes from February 13 were approved, while February 27 minutes were tabled for further review.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-04 amending Clearfield Station Master Development Plan (4-0)
• Approved DeMolay Month proclamation for March 2024 (4-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 work and policy session minutes (4-0)
• Tabled February 27, 2024 work and policy session minutes (4-0)

City Council - Work Session - Mar 26, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed zoning text amendment to the Downtown Form Based Code, a request from the North Davis Fire District for a refund of building permit fees for a new fire station, a resolution regarding the Wasatch Integrated Recycling Mandate, the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget, and a proclamation for Financial Literacy Awareness Month. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Zoning text amendment to transition setback in Downtown Form Based Code
• North Davis Fire District request for refund of building permit fees for new fire station
• Resolution 2024R-07 on Wasatch Integrated Recycling Mandate
• Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget discussion
• Proclamation declaring April 2024 Financial Literacy Awareness Month

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on March 26, 2024, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. They considered a request from the North Davis Fire District for a refund of building permit fees for the new fire station, with council members leaning toward a full refund of non-hard costs (approximately $48,354.15). They also discussed a draft resolution responding to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District's recycling mandate, with general support to move it forward. The council reviewed the proposed FY2025 budget, including capital projects, vehicles, and equipment, but took no action.

• Discussed NDFD request for refund of building permit fees; council leaned toward full refund of non-hard costs (~$48k)
• Discussed draft Resolution 2024R-07 on WIWMD recycling mandate; council generally supported moving forward
• Reviewed proposed FY2025 budget, including capital projects and vehicle purchases; no action taken
• Discussed proclamation for Financial Literacy Awareness Month; no formal action

Bids

Clearfield City is advertising a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a general contractor to build a new Public Works Complex. Proposals must be submitted by email before 3:00 PM on April 11, 2024. The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

• RFP for General Contractor Services for Clearfield City Public Works Complex
• Proposal deadline: April 11, 2024, 3:00 PM MDT
• Submissions via email to two specified addresses
• Documents available at jonescivil.com
• Contact: Nancy Dean, 801-525-2700

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, honor an employee, hear staff reports, and decide on locations, time, agenda, and description for a pop-up event. The agenda also includes open comment and commissioner reports on park issues.

• Employee Award of Excellence for Matt Hansen of the Aquatic and Fitness Center
• Staff report by Aquatic and Fitness Center Manager Clint Warnick on department strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities
• Discussion and decision on pop-up event locations, time, agenda, and description
• Park Watch Report on issues from commissioner site visits
• Approval of February 21, 2024, minutes

Parks and Recreations Commission

The Clearfield Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, honor an employee, and receive staff reports. They will also decide on locations, time, agenda, and description for a pop-up event, and discuss organizational items.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 minutes
• Employee Award of Excellence for Matt Hansen (Aquatic and Fitness Center)
• Staff report from Aquatic and Fitness Center Manager Clint Warnick
• Park Watch report from commissioners
• Pop-up event discussion: locations, time, agenda, description

City Council - Work Session - Mar 19, 2024

The Council decided to proceed with the full roll-out of business license fee increases in July 2024 as previously ordained. Members also held preliminary discussions on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and proposed amendments to the Clearfield Station Master Development Plan.

• Approved full roll-out of business license fee increases for July 2024
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council Policy Session - Mar 12, 2024

The regular Clearfield City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Regular City Council meeting cancelled for March 12, 2024
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

City Council Work Session - Mar 12, 2024

This agenda is only a cancellation notice. The regular City Council meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled, and the next regular meeting will be held on March 26, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. No business items are listed for this date.

• Regular City Council meeting cancelled for March 12, 2024
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Bids

Clearfield City is advertising for sealed bids for the 975 South & 1480 West Reconstruction Project, which involves replacing water and sewer lines, adding storm drains, and repairing sidewalks. Bids are due by 3:00 pm on April 2, 2024, and will be publicly opened. The engineer's estimate is $1,991,322.50.

• Reconstruction project at 975 South & 1480 West with engineer's estimate of $1,991,322.50
• Work includes replacing water and sewer lines, new manholes, storm drain piping, and sidewalk/curb/gutter replacement
• Bids due April 2, 2024, 3:00 pm at Public Works Office, 497 South Main Street
• Bidding documents available from Jones & Associates Consulting Engineers, 6080 Fashion Point Drive, South Ogden
• No pre-bid conference will be held

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a work session and public hearings. They will consider an amendment to the Clearfield Station Master Development Plan, a zoning text amendment for downtown setbacks, and several subdivision and conditional use permit requests. The meeting includes both decision and discussion items.

• Public hearing on MDA 2024-0204: amendment to Clearfield Station Master Development Plan by Utah Transit Authority and Clearfield Station Partners, LLC (approx. 56 acres at 1250 S State St)
• Public hearing on ZTA 2024-0205: zoning text amendment to transition setback in Downtown Form Based Code
• ASP 2023-1101: amended subdivision plat by Fieldstone Homes to adjust rear property lines at 1282 W 1100 S and 1309 W 1045 S
• CUP 2024-0101: conditional use permit for Elevation Church to operate at 1659 E 1400 S (2.74 acres, C-2 zone)
• ASP 2024-0203: amended subdivision plat by CW Urban for 2-lot subdivision at 1756 E 1400 S (19.09 acres, C-2 zone)

City Council Policy Session - Feb 27, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance 2024-02 to amend the Bravada 193 development agreement, allowing carports to remain in place of detached garages at 1902 East 700 South. The council will also receive a mid-year financial update for fiscal year 2024. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and open comment period.

• Public hearing on Bravada 193 development agreement amendment (1902 East 700 South, TIN: 09-447-0201)
• Ordinance 2024-02 to approve carports in place of garages
• Fiscal Year 2024 mid-year financial update (July-December)
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 30, and February 6, 2024 meetings

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2024-02, amending the Bravada 193 Development Agreement for the property at 1902 East 700 South, replacing four garage buildings with carports. The decision passed 5-0 after a public hearing with no comments. The council also received a mid-year financial update and heard reports from the mayor, councilmembers, and staff.

• Approved minutes from Jan 23, Jan 30, and Feb 6 sessions (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on Bravada 193 amendments with no comments (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-02 amending Bravada 193 Development Agreement (5-0)

City Council Work Session - Feb 27, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Clearfield Connected 2023 plan and the Station Area Plan Update for the Clearfield Frontrunner Station, review the Athletic Field Use Policy and private concession sales, and discuss Resolution 23-15 of the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management Special Service District. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion on Clearfield Connected 2023 and Station Area Plan Update for Clearfield Frontrunner Station
• Review of Athletic Field Use Policy and Private Concession Sales
• Discussion on Resolution 23-15 of Wasatch Integrated Waste Management Special Service District

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed updates to the Clearfield Connected 2023 Station Area Plan, including land-use designations and building facade guidelines, and directed staff to incorporate feedback. They also reviewed the Athletic Field Use Policy regarding private concession sales, with no policy change directed. The Council agreed to place a resolution regarding the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District's recycling mandate on the March 26, 2024 agenda for a vote.

• Reviewed updated Station Area Plan draft; staff to incorporate council feedback on land-use designations and facades
• Discussed Athletic Field Use Policy; no change directed, staff to research options
• Agreed to place resolution on WIWMD recycling mandate on March 26, 2024 agenda for vote

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, hearing staff reports, and receiving a grant check from Rocky Mountain for dance studio mirrors. They will also review aquatic fees and marketing, plan the 'Ride the Trail Event' with potential partner cities, and discuss organizational items like the Arts and Parks Foundation and signage.

• Rocky Mountain grant check presentation for dance studio wall mirrors
• Review of aquatic fees and marketing to improve memberships
• Planning for 'Ride the Trail Event' including stops, business support, and partner cities
• Discussion of Clearfield Arts and Parks Foundation marketing and business support
• Employee spotlight: Julio Garcia (parks department) receives award of excellence

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive a grant check from Rocky Mountain for dance studio mirrors. They will also discuss aquatic fees and marketing, plan the Ride the Trail event, and review organizational items like the Arts and Parks Foundation and signage.

• Rocky Mountain grant check for dance studio wall mirrors
• Review of aquatic fees and marketing to improve memberships
• Planning Ride the Trail event, including stops, time, and possible Clinton City/Layton City participation
• Employee spotlight for Julio Garcia (parks department) with award of excellence
• Discussion of Clearfield Arts and Parks Foundation marketing and Start Smart signage

City Council Work Session - Feb 13, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several projects: the Fisher Park Skate Park concept plan, proposed changes to the Bicentennial Park Amphitheater and its funding, a budget amendment for the 800 North Reconstruction Project, and the final logo design. Department updates are also on the agenda. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion on Fisher Park Skate Park Concept Plan
• Discussion on proposed changes to Bicentennial Park Amphitheater and project funding
• Discussion on budget amendment for 800 North Reconstruction Project
• Discussion on final logo design
• Department updates

The Clearfield City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed the Fisher Park skate park upgrades, proposed Bicentennial Park Amphitheater changes, and a budget amendment for the 800 North reconstruction requiring an additional $271,500. Staff also reported on snow removal, police accidents, and purchases for the aquatic center and dance studio, with council consensus to proceed on the latter two.

• Consensus to proceed with $3k grant for dance studio mirrors
• Consensus to purchase Wibit replacement for $15,150
• Discussed $271,500 budget amendment for 800 North, no action
• Discussed $200,000 skate park upgrades, no action
• Discussed amphitheater upgrades using library sale funds, no action

City Council Policy Session - Feb 13, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a policy session to receive public comment and consider approving Ordinance 2024-03 to vacate an abandoned waterline easement near State Road 193 and North Hills Drive in Layton. The council will also consider approving appointments to the Planning Commission and a new telecommunications franchise agreement with CenturyLink. The meeting includes approval of minutes and open comment period.

• Public hearing on vacation of abandoned waterline easement (TIN: 09-050-0097) near SR193 and North Hills Drive, Layton
• Ordinance 2024-03 to vacate the waterline easement
• Appointments to Planning Commission: Kathryn Murray, Chad Mortensen, Riley Wheeler, Brian Swan, Danielle Sikes
• Resolution 2024R-06 approving telecommunications franchise agreement with Qwest Corporation (CenturyLink/Lumen Technologies)

The Clearfield City Council approved Ordinance 2024-03 vacating a waterline easement in Layton City, approved Resolution 2024R-06 for a 15-year telecommunications franchise agreement with Qwest/CenturyLink, and consented to the mayor's Planning Commission appointments. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent. The meeting was a policy session with no public comments.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-03 vacating waterline easement at State Road 193/North Hills Drive, Layton (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-06 telecommunications franchise agreement with Qwest/CenturyLink, 15-year term (4-0)
• Approved Planning Commission appointments: Murray, Mortensen, Wheeler, Swan, Sikes (4-0)
• Approved minutes from five prior meetings (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on easement vacation with no comments (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a work session on land use training. The main agenda includes staff discussions and communications about several development projects, including the Clearfield Station Master Development Plan, Clearfield Station MUR C & D, Elevation Church, Heritage East Phase 1 Amendment, and General Plan & SAP Updates. The commission will also approve minutes from several past meetings.

• Clearfield Station Master Development Plan
• Clearfield Station MUR C & D
• Elevation Church
• Heritage East Phase 1 Amendment
• General Plan & SAP Updates

The Clearfield Planning Commission held a work session and regular session on February 7, 2024, with no decision items on the agenda. The commission approved minutes from five prior 2023 meetings with grammatical edits, and participated in a land use training on foundational legal principles. Staff provided updates on several development projects, but no substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes for March 1, July 19, August 2, August 16, and October 18, 2023 meetings (5-0)

City Council Work Session - Feb 6, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Council Budget for Fiscal Year 2025. This is a discussion item only, with no formal action scheduled. The meeting is procedural and focused on budget planning.

• Discussion on the Council Budget for Fiscal Year 2025

The Clearfield City Council held a work session to review its FY2025 budget, discussing council compensation, conference travel, and community initiatives. The Council agreed to increase council and mayor stipends by 150% (to $13,320/year for councilmembers) and to shift travel funds to send the full Council, mayor, and city manager to the NLC conference in Washington, D.C., while removing the Youth Commission's trip from the FY25 budget. No formal votes were taken; direction was given for staff to prepare budget adjustments.

• Agreed to increase council stipend by 150% to $13,320/year (from $8,880)
• Agreed to apply same 150% increase to mayor's stipend
• Agreed to increase device stipend to $1,500 every four years
• Removed councilmember ULCT St. George conference from FY25 budget; only mayor attends
• Removed NLC Fall City Summit; increased NLC Washington, D.C. budget for all council, mayor, city manager
• Removed Youth Commission trip to Washington, D.C. from FY25 budget
• Removed Council Farewell Dinner from FY25; to be added in even-numbered years
• Directed staff to research one extra bridge party ($10k), mural grant match ($20k), bridge lights ($20k)

City Council Work Session - Jan 30, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session on January 30, 2024, starting with a tour of the Bravada 193 development at 1902 East 1700 South. The council will then review the Community Services Department Business Plan philosophy and discuss next steps. They will also conduct interviews and discuss appointments to the Planning Commission, including the reappointment of Kathryn Murray and the appointment of Chad Mortensen.

• Tour of Bravada 193 development at 1902 East 1700 South
• Review of Community Services Department Business Plan
• Planning Commission interviews
• Discussion on appointments to Planning Commission
• Reappointment of Commissioner Kathryn Murray and appointment of Chad Mortensen

The City Council reached consensus to continue subsidizing the community band and to have staff encourage the choir to grow in numbers, with administrative review to determine if it can be sustained. They also interviewed six candidates for Planning Commission vacancies and proposed appointments, including reappointing Kathryn Murray and appointing Chad Mortensen as regular members, and Riley Wheeler as a regular member with Danielle Sikes and Brian Swan as alternates. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Consensus to continue subsidizing the community band
• Consensus to have staff encourage choir growth and administratively determine sustainability
• Proposed reappointment of Kathryn Murray to Planning Commission
• Proposed appointment of Chad Mortensen as regular Planning Commission member
• Proposed appointment of Riley Wheeler as regular Planning Commission member
• Proposed appointment of Danielle Sikes and Brian Swan as alternates to Planning Commission
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Community Development and Renewal Agency

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) is holding a policy session to elect its chair and vice-chair, as required by its bylaws. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Elect chair and vice-chair for the CDRA
• Approve minutes from May 9, 2023 and June 27, 2023 CDRA meetings
• Authorize chair's signature on necessary documents

CDRA Policy Session - Jan 23, 2024

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) is holding a policy session to elect its chair and vice-chair, as required by its bylaws. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Election of CDRA chair and vice-chair
• Approval of May 9, 2023 CDRA minutes
• Approval of June 27, 2023 CDRA minutes

The Clearfield Community Development and Renewal Agency held a policy session and approved minutes from May 9, 2023 and June 27, 2023. The board elected Tim Roper as Chair and Megan Ratchford as Vice Chair. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved May 9, 2023 and June 27, 2023 CDRA minutes (5-0)
• Elected Tim Roper as Chair and Megan Ratchford as Vice Chair (5-0)

City Council Work Session January 23, 2023

The Clearfield City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a telecommunications franchise agreement with Qwest/CenturyLink, a review of a recent code enforcement blitz and its future direction, a review of outward-facing city policies, a proposed vacation of an abandoned easement near State Road 193 and North Hills Drive, and a presentation of the annual financial report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discussion of Telecommunications Franchise Agreement with Qwest Corporation d/b/a CenturyLink (Lumen Technologies)
• Review of Code Enforcement Blitz and future direction
• Review of outward facing city policies
• Consideration of vacation of abandoned easement near State Road 193 and North Hills Drive (TIN: 09-050-0097)
• Presentation of Annual Financial Report for FY ending June 30, 2023

The Clearfield City Council held a work session on January 23, 2024, with no substantive decisions made. The council received the annual financial report for FY ending June 30, 2023, which included an unmodified clean opinion but also internal control findings and a state compliance finding that the unrestricted General Fund balance was 42%, exceeding the 35% limit. The council discussed future code enforcement direction and reviewed four outward-facing city policies. All items were for discussion only; no votes were taken except to adjourn.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a work session for discussion only.
• Adjourned the work session at 8:06 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Policy January 23, 2024

The Clearfield City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to amend the Bravada 193 development agreement (allowing carports instead of garages), update subdivision and land-use regulations to comply with state law, and approve amendments to the FY 2024 budget. The council will also consider mayoral appointments to boards and commissions.

• Public hearing and ordinance on Bravada 193 development agreement amendment at 1902 East 700 South (TIN: 09-447-0201) to allow carports in place of garages
• Public hearing and ordinance on zoning text amendments for subdivisions (Title 12), flag lots, public improvements, and noticing requirements to comply with SB 174
• Public hearing and resolution for FY 2024 budget amendments
• Mayoral appointments to boards and commissions following 2023 election and council retirements

The council approved Ordinance 2024-01 amending subdivision regulations, flag lots, public improvements, and land use/public notice tables, and Resolution 2024R-05 authorizing FY2024 budget amendments including a $835,261 use of unrestricted fund balance. The Bravada 193 development agreement amendment was tabled to February 27, 2024, and several mayoral appointments were approved.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-01 zoning text amendments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-05 FY2024 budget amendments (5-0)
• Tabled Bravada 193 development agreement amendment to Feb 27, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments: Vern Phipps, Kent Bush, Dakota Wurth (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on Bravada 193 to Feb 27, 2024 (5-0)
• Closed public hearings on zoning text and budget amendments (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 5, 6, 12, 2023 sessions (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commmission

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss several park-related items, including the I-15 interchange landscape project and concepts for the new Bicentennial Playground. They will also hear a report on Tree U.S.A. accreditation, elect officers, and set goals for 2024. The meeting includes public comment and reports from commissioners.

• Review of I-15 interchange landscape project
• Discussion of Bicentennial Playground concepts
• Tree U.S.A. annual accreditation discussion
• Nomination and election of officers
• Goal discussion for 2024

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, welcome new commissioners, and discuss several projects. Key agenda items include the Tree U.S.A. accreditation, the I-15 interchange landscape project, and concepts for the new Bicentennial Playground. The commission will also nominate and elect officers and set goals for 2024.

• Tree U.S.A. annual accreditation discussion with Tyler Hill
• I-15 interchange landscape project review
• Bicentennial Playground concepts review
• Nomination and election of officers
• 2024 goal discussion

City Council Work Session Jan 16, 24

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the presentation of the annual financial report for FY 2023, proposed budget amendments for FY 2024, adding a beer garden to the 4th of July events at Fisher Park, and a 90% drawing review of the I-15 Interchanges landscape design. The council will also discuss Council Initiatives related to a Bridge Party. No final decisions are being made at this work session.

• Presentation of the Annual Financial Report for FY ending June 30, 2023
• Discussion on FY 2024 Proposed Budget Amendments
• Discussion on Adding a Beer Garden to the 4th of July Events at Fisher Park
• Discussion on I-15 Interchanges Landscape Design 90% Drawing Review
• Discussion on Council Initiatives - Bridge Party

The Clearfield City Council held a work session and discussed several items but made no formal votes. The most substantive action was directing staff to proceed with inquiries to the school district and church about a potential beer garden at Fisher Park for the 2025 Fourth of July celebration. The council also discussed the FY24 budget amendments, the I-15 interchange landscaping design, and agreed to hold another Bridge Party at the end of summer.

• Directed staff to inquire with school and church about beer garden for 2025 July 4th (no vote)
• Agreed to hold Bridge Party at end of summer before school starts (no vote)
• Tabled discussion of annual financial report (no vote)

City Council Work Retreat - Jan 12, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is meeting for its annual retreat at Megaplex Theatres at the Junction in Ogden. The agenda lists only teambuilding and evaluating vision and strategies, with no specific decisions or proposals. This is a procedural work session with no actionable items.

• Annual council retreat for teambuilding and vision/strategy evaluation

The Clearfield City Council held a work retreat with no formal votes. Council members reached consensus on organizational chart changes, including promoting Spencer Brimley to Community & Economic Development Director and creating an Inspections Supervisor position. They also discussed capital project priorities and FY25 budget priorities, including a possible council stipend increase, but no decisions were made.

• Consensus to approve organizational chart changes (no formal vote)
• Promoted Spencer Brimley to Community & Economic Development Director
• Created Inspections Supervisor position, filled by Elizabeth Dean
• Discussed FY25 budget priorities, including council stipend increase (no decision)

City Council Work Session - Jan 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the presentation of the annual financial report for the year ending June 30, 2023, and a cost-sharing agreement with the Davis & Weber Counties Canal Company. The council will also discuss a zoning text amendment, the Clearfield Connected 2023 Station Area Plan update, a background check policy for commission members and volunteers, and an amendment to the Bravada 193 Development Agreement. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Presentation of Annual Financial Report for year ending June 30, 2023
• Cost Sharing Agreement with Davis & Weber Counties Canal Company (Project #283 between 300 North and Bruce Street)
• Zoning text amendment to amend regulations for Subdivisions (Title 12), Flag Lots (Section 11-13-9), Public Improvements (Section 11-13-39), Land Use Authority and Appeal Authority (Table 11.1), and Public Noticing Requirements (Table 11.2)
• Clearfield Connected 2023, Station Area Plan Update for Clearfield Frontrunner Station
• Amendment to Bravada 193 Development Agreement for development at 1902 East 700 South

The City Council directed staff to proceed with a cost-sharing agreement with the Davis & Weber Counties Canal Company for road crossing improvements. Other items, including a development agreement amendment and zoning updates, were discussed but not decided.

• Directed staff to proceed with cost sharing for DWCCC project #283 (unanimous)

City Council Policy Session - Jan 9, 2024

The Clearfield City Council is holding a policy session to consider several appointments to boards and commissions, including the Mayor Pro Tem, the Youth Commission liaison, and representatives to various districts. They will also swear in a new police officer and hear public comments.

• Swearing in of new police officer Collin Jeppson
• Approve Councilmember Karece Thompson as Mayor Pro Tem for 2024
• Resolution 2024R-01: Appoint Councilmember Nike Peterson to Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District board
• Resolution 2024R-02: Appoint Councilmember Dakota Wurth to Mosquito Abatement District – Davis County Board
• Resolution 2024R-03: Appoint Councilmembers Megan Ratchford and Tim Roper to North Davis Fire District board

The Clearfield City Council held a policy session and unanimously approved several appointments. Councilmember Karece Thompson was appointed Mayor Pro Tem, and Councilmember Dakota Wurth was appointed Youth Commission Liaison. The council also approved resolutions appointing members to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District, Mosquito Abatement District, North Davis Fire District, North Davis Sewer District, and Parks and Recreation Commission. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Appointed Karece Thompson as Mayor Pro Tem and Dakota Wurth as Youth Commission Liaison (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-01 appointing Nike Peterson to Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-02 appointing Dakota Wurth to Mosquito Abatement District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-03 appointing Tim Roper and Megan Ratchford to North Davis Fire District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024R-04 appointing Karece Thompson to North Davis Sewer District (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Vern Phipps to Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Clearfield City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a work session and public hearings. They will decide on an amendment to the Bravada 193 Development Agreement and a site plan for a Tanner Clinic medical office building, and discuss the Clearfield Connected 2023 Station Area Plan update.

• Public hearing on DA 2023-1201, amendment of Bravada 193 Development Agreement at 1902 East 700 South, 8.079 acres, D-R zone
• Discussion on Clearfield Connected 2023, Station Area Plan Update for Clearfield Frontrunner Station
• Site plan SP 2023-1204 by Richardson Design Partnership for Tanner Clinic medical office building at 1240 East 1450 South, 5.26 acres, C-1 zone

Parks and Recreation Commmission

This is a procedural notice only. The Clearfield Parks and Recreation Commission is announcing its regular meeting dates for 2024, generally the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Clearfield City Executive conference room. No agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

• Regular meetings set for third Wednesday monthly, except June (2nd week) and July (no meeting)
• Meetings at 7:00 pm in Clearfield City Executive conference room, 55 South State, 3rd Floor
• Meetings may be cancelled with at least 24-hour notice
• ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice to Nancy Dean at 525-2714