Big Water public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will convene a regular meeting at 1:00 PM to discuss personnel matters and return to open session for possible action. The meeting is held at 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741.
- Discussion and possible action on personnel matters
- Roll call and pledge of allegiance
- Citizen comments period
- Meeting location: 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2025, to discuss annexation, interlocal agreements with Kane County, and the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda includes reports from department heads and a possible closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Discussion on annexation and expansion of town boundaries
- Discussion on adopting the 2026 Town Council meeting schedule
- Discussion on Big Water Fire and Emergency Response Interlocal Agreement with Kane County
- Discussion on acquiring new SCBA's for the Fire Department
- Discussion on adopting a Big Water Municipal Privacy Policy
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Town of Big Water has issued a notice of vacancy for the Planning and Zoning Commission. Eligible residents or business owners may apply to serve a 4-year term as an advisory body to the Town Council.
- Application deadline for Planning and Zoning seat: January 5, 2026, at 3 PM
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several old business items. These items focus on updating the municipal code, zoning standards, and land use ordinances.
- Special Events and Ordinance/Temporary Use Permits
- Off Street Parking spaces amendments
- Commercial/Industrial/Mixed Use and Table of Uses amendments
- Timeshare and Camp Resort Act
- Lot Line Adjustments and Parcel Joinder (Municipal Code 14.20.030, 14.20.020 and Zoning Code 15.10.160, 15.10.150)
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will meet to discuss the annexation and expansion of town boundaries. The body will also consider adopting a municipal privacy policy and appointing officials for Government Data Privacy Act compliance.
- Annexation and expansion of town boundaries
- Adoption of Big Water Municipal Privacy Policy
- Resolution 2025-21: Appointing Mayor as Chief Administrative Officer and Town Clerk as Records Officer
- Approval of appreciation pay
- Resolution 2025-22: Amending member qualifications for the Big Water Recreation & Enhancement Board
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council is meeting as the Board of Canvass to address certified election results. No other agenda items were listed.
- Certification of election results
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will meet as the Board of Canvassers to review election data. The body will discuss and take action on the certification of the November 4, 2025 General Election results and the approval of the canvass report.
- Certification of November 4, 2025 General Election results
- Approval of canvass report
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold its regular November meeting, including a town hall discussion on residential setbacks and a work session. The meeting will cover multiple zoning code amendments, including those related to mobile/RV occupancy, off-street parking, and lot line adjustments. No decisions are listed in the agenda; all items are for discussion or possible action.
- Town hall discussion on residential setbacks
- Possible action on zoning code amendment for mobile/RV occupancy
- Discussion on amending off-street parking spaces
- Possible action on lot line adjustments (Municipal Code 14.20.030 and 14.20.020)
- Discussion on residential setback requirements
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Commission is hosting a public town hall to gather input on potential updates to setback requirements across all zoning districts. The meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Big Water Town Hall Council Chambers. Residents may also submit comments by email until 3:00 PM on the same day.
- Proposed changes to setback requirements in all zoning districts
- Public town hall at Big Water Town Hall Council Chambers (60 N Aaron Burr)
- Comments accepted via email ([email protected]) until November 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss annexation, adopt ordinances on beekeeping and single-family dwellings, and consider a new municipal privacy policy.
- Discussion on annexation and expansion of town boundaries
- Discussion on adopting Ordinance 13-2025 regarding beekeeping
- Discussion on adopting Ordinance 16-2025 regarding single-family dwellings
- Discussion on adopting Big Water Municipal Privacy Policy
- Discussion on appointing the Mayor as Chief Administrative Officer
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the town’s zoning codes, specifically sections 15.24.020 (single-family dwellings) and 15.36 (moving buildings). The meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2025, at 7:01 p.m. at Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741.
- Amend zoning code 15.24.020 for single-family dwellings
- Amend zoning code 15.36 for moving buildings
- Public hearing at Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The board will hold public hearings to align beekeeping regulations with state code and amend rules for single-family dwellings and moving buildings. The meeting includes discussions on various zoning updates, including RV occupancy and residential setbacks.
- Public hearing to amend Zoning Code 15.30.060 and 15.24.080 regarding apiaries and beekeeping
- Public hearing to amend Zoning Code 15.24.020 (Single Family Dwellings-Preinspections) and 15.36 (Moving of Buildings)
- Discussion on Ordinance 13-2025 for small scale apiary/beekeeping
- Discussion on Ordinance 16-2025 regarding single family dwellings and moving of buildings
- Discussion on zoning code amendments for RV occupancy and residential setback requirements
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to amend zoning codes 15.30.060 and 15.24.080, establishing regulations for apiaries and beekeeping to align with state code. Residents may comment in person at the hearing scheduled for October 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741.
- Amend zoning codes 15.30.060 and 15.24.080 to regulate apiaries and beekeeping per state code
- Public hearing at Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss opening the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget. The body is proposing to add funds specifically for a visitors staffing position.
- Proposed addition of $14,428 to the 2025-2026 FY budget for the visitors staffing position
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss changes to the municipal pay scale. The proposal includes adding pay ranges and new job positions for the visitor center.
- Public hearing to amend the Big Water pay scale
- Proposed creation of Big Water Visitor Center Operations Lead Host position
- Proposed creation of Big Water Visitor Center Operations Host position
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 17, 2025, at 60 N Aaron Burr. The agenda includes public hearings on adding $14,428 to the 2025-2026 budget for a visitor center staffing position and amending the pay scale for visitor center roles. Council will also discuss new business items such as visitor center position hours, ordinances, budget amendments, and potential annexation.
- Public hearing to add $14,428 to 2025-2026 FY budget for visitor center staffing position
- Public hearing to amend pay scale for Big Water Visitor Center Operations Lead Host and Host/Lead Host positions
- Discussion and possible action on adopting Ordinance 14-2025 creating part-time visitor center positions
- Discussion and possible action on amending FY 2025-2026 budget to appropriate funds for visitor center staff wages
- Discussion and possible action on posting sealed bid for decommissioned 1999 GMC Suburban Quick Response Fire Department truck
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board scheduled a public hearing for September 8, 2025, to discuss amending zoning codes related to animal and livestock governance. The notice was later cancelled and no meeting will take place.
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum, and no official business will be conducted.
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to amend zoning codes 15.30.060 and 15.24.080. The proposed changes aim to establish regulations for apiaries and beekeeping to align with state code. Residents may comment in person at the hearing scheduled for September 8, 2025, at 7:01 PM in Town Hall.
- Amend zoning codes 15.30.060 and 15.24.080 for apiary and beekeeping regulations
- Public hearing at 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 20, 2025, at 60 N Aaron Burr. The agenda includes a public hearing to open the 2025-2026 budget for $6,860 in public safety funds, discussions on the future of the BLM Visitor Center, and votes on adopting new resolutions and appointments.
- Public hearing to add $6,860 to 2025-2026 FY budget from public safety funds for marshal truck and overtime
- Discussion and possible action on future of Big Water (BLM) Visitor Center
- Possible adoption of Ordinance 12-2025 on Domestic Livestock Governance
- Possible adoption of Resolution 2025-18 adding funds to FY 2025-2026 budget
- Possible adoption of Resolutions 2025-17 and 2025-19 appointing Jack Brisbin to Planning & Zoning and Cameron Westenskow as Fire Chief
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing on August 20, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, to consider opening the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget to add $6,860 from remaining public safety funds. The funds would cover a new marshal truck and additional work hours.
- Open budget to add $6,860 to FY 2025-2026 budget
- Appropriate $6,860 from public safety funds for new marshal truck
- Appropriate $6,860 for additional work hours
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss amending zoning codes related to animal and livestock governance. Residents may attend to provide support or opposition to the proposed changes.
- Proposed amendments to zoning code sections 15.42.010, 15.20.050, 15.20.030, 15.24.060, 15.20.020, 15.24.050, and 15.24.090
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the town zoning code. The proposed changes aim to establish regulations for apiaries and beekeeping that align with state code.
- Proposed amendments to zoning codes 15.30.060 and 15.24.080 regarding apiaries and beekeeping
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025, was cancelled because there was no quorum.
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will meet to discuss updates to employee policies and procurement methods. The council is also considering a new ordinance regarding domestic livestock governance and the future of the BLM Visitor Center.
- Resolution 2025-15 to amend Personnel Policy & Procedure Manual regarding working hours, time keeping, and merit increases
- Proposed Ordinance 12-2025 regarding Domestic Livestock Governance
- Amendment to Ordinance 13-2024 Procurement Policy Section 2.05.040 regarding small purchases
- Discussion on employee appreciation pay
- Discussion on staffing and the future of the Big Water (BLM) Visitor Center
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board is accepting letters of intent to fill a vacant seat. Applicants must reside in the municipality and attend the board's monthly meetings.
- Accepting letters of intent for a vacant Planning and Zoning seat
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss amending zoning codes related to animal and livestock governance. Residents may attend to provide support or opposition to the proposed changes.
- Public hearing to amend zoning code sections 15.42.010, 15.20.050, 15.20.030, 15.24.060, 15.20.020, 15.24.050, and 15.24.090
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and discuss proposed Ordinance 13-2025 regarding animal and livestock governance. The board will also consider a new short-term rental application and various updates to land use and parking ordinances.
- Public hearing on amending Zoning Codes for Animal and Livestock Governance (Sections 15.42.010, 15.20.050, 15.20.030, 15.24.060, 15.20.020, 15.24.050, and 15.24.090)
- Discussion and possible action on Proposed Ordinance 13-2025
- Approval of a new Short-Term Rental (STR) application
- Discussion on Transportation Master Plan, Main Street locations, and Big Water Trailhead Project
- Possible action on amending Municipal Code 14.20.030 and 14.20.020 regarding lot line adjustments and parcel joinder
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a statutory employee compensation package. The purpose of the package is to ensure compliance with Utah Senate Bill 91.
- Public hearing for Statutory Employee Compensation Package regarding Utah Senate Bill 91
Big Water City Council
The City Council will hold four public hearings to discuss the final budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and employee compensation. The meeting includes a work session and reports from various city departments.
- Public hearing on adopting the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Public hearing on Town Employee Compensation Package per Utah Senate Bill 91
- Public hearing on Statutory Employee Compensation Package per Utah Senate Bill 91
- Public hearing on amending Municipal Code 3.06.020 to establish a five-step pay program for Fire Department personnel
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending Municipal Code 3.06.020. The proposed change would establish a five-step pay program for fire department personnel.
- Proposed amendment to Municipal Code 3.06.020 to establish a five-step pay program for fire department personnel
- Discussion of pay increase eligibility, position qualifications, and service requirements
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to establish the final budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Residents may appear to speak in support of or in opposition to the budget.
- Public hearing for establishing the Final Budget for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Resolution 2025-16 the 2025-2026 FY Budget Final
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a town employee compensation package. The purpose of the package is to ensure compliance with Utah Senate Bill 91.
- Public hearing for Town Employee Compensation Package regarding Utah Senate Bill 91
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss various updates to the land use ordinance and zoning codes. The board is considering actions on lot line adjustments, parcel joinders, and animal governance codes.
- Discussion and possible action on Municipal Code 14.20.030 (lot line adjustments) and 14.20.020 (parcel joinder)
- Discussion and possible action on Zoning Code 15.10.160 and 15.10.150 regarding lot line adjustments and parcel joinder
- Review of a Lot Line Adjustment Application
- Discussion on Zoning Codes for Animal Governance (15.42.010, 15.20.050, 15.20.030, 15.24.060, 15.20.020, 15.24.050, and 15.24.090)
- Discussion on Transportation Master Plan, Big Water Trailhead Project, and road planning
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board is accepting letters of intent to fill a vacant seat. Interested residents must submit their qualifications to Town Hall by July 7, 2025, and attend a Town Council meeting on July 16, 2025.
- Deadline for letters of intent: July 7, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
- Required attendance at Town Council meeting: July 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing on May 21, 2025, to discuss imposing a 1.1% Community Resort Tax. The tax would apply to retail sales, lodging, restaurant meals, and other taxable transactions within the municipality starting October 1, 2025. Revenue is intended to support infrastructure and services impacted by tourism.
- 1.1% Community Resort Tax proposed, effective October 1, 2025
- Applies to retail sales, lodging, restaurant meals, and other taxable transactions
- Public hearing at Big Water Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss opening the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. The purpose of the hearing is to reallocate funds.
- Public hearing to open the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget to reallocate funds
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending Municipal Code 3.06.020. This code section pertains to employee compensation and benefits.
- Public hearing for amending Municipal Code 3.06.020 Employee Compensation and Benefits
Big Water City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding employee compensation, traffic regulations, budget reallocations, and a resort community sales tax. The body will also discuss the 2025-2026 tentative budget and various new ordinances.
- Public hearing and possible adoption of Resort Community Sales & Use Tax (Ordinance 03-2025)
- Public hearing and possible prohibition of compression release engine braking systems (Ordinance 10-2025)
- Discussion and possible action on the tentative General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Discussion of Fire Department quote from Curtis & Sons for SCBAs
- Possible adoption of Ordinance 08-2025 regarding demolition standards
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council will hold a public hearing on May 21, 2025, to discuss amending Municipal Code 10.04.010 to prohibit the use of compression release brakes. Residents may comment in person at Big Water Town Hall, 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741.
- Public hearing on amending Municipal Code 10.04.010 to prohibit compression release brakes
- Meeting at 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741 on May 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The board will hold public hearings to discuss amending the building department fee schedule, building permit applications, and lot line adjustments. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning code updates and short-term rental applications.
- Public hearing on amending Municipal Code 4.04.040 Building Department Fee Schedule
- Public hearing to establish Demolition Standards Zoning Code Section 15.46
- Discussion on new and/or renewal Short Term Rentals Applications
- Discussion on Transportation Master Plan and Big Water Trailhead Project
- Public hearing on Municipal Code 14.20.030 Lot Line Adjustment Within a Recorded Plat
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss establishing demolition standards. This meeting focuses on Zoning Code Section 15.46.
- Public hearing to establish Demolition Standards Zoning Code Section 15.46
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to discuss changes to three municipal codes. These proposed amendments concern lot line adjustments, building permit applications, and the building department fee schedule.
- Proposed amendment to Municipal Code 14.20.030 regarding Lot Line Adjustment Within a Recorded Plat
- Proposed amendment to Municipal Code 4.04.040 regarding the Building Department fee schedule
- Proposed amendment to Municipal Code 14.14.020 regarding Building Permit Applications
Big Water City Council
The Big Water City Council is accepting letters of intent to fill a midterm vacancy on the Town Council and Glen Canyon Special Service District Board. The appointment expires December 31, 2025. Letters must be submitted by May 14, 2025, and applicants must attend an interview at the May 21 council meeting.
- Accepting letters of intent for a midterm vacancy on the Town Council and Glen Canyon Special Service District Board
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on April 7, 2025, to consider amending Zoning Code section 15.06.030 to eliminate term limits for board members. The proposed change would remove administrative term limits currently in place.
- Public hearing on proposed ordinance to eliminate term limits for Planning and Zoning Board members (Zoning Code 15.06.030)
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on amending Zoning Code 15.06.030 to set term limits for the Planning and Zoning Commission. Following the hearing, the board will discuss and possibly act on a wide range of zoning and land-use items, including special event permits, off-street parking, definitions, commercial/mixed-use zoning, the table of uses, timeshare regulations, a transportation master plan, demolition permits, lot line adjustments, short-term rental applications, building permits, and more.
- Public hearing on amending Zoning Code 15.06.030 – Planning and Zoning Commission term limits
- Discussion and possible action on special events ordinance and temporary use permits
- Discussion and possible action on amending off-street parking spaces
- Discussion and possible action on new and/or renewal short-term rental applications
- Discussion and possible action on a lot line adjustment application
Big Water Planning and Zoning Board
The Big Water Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on verbiage changes to zoning code 15.20.090 (allowed signage) and adding definitions to 15.20.050. During the regular meeting, the board will discuss and possibly take action on several items including a proposed resolution on allowed signage, special events ordinances, off-street parking amendments, and short-term rental applications.
- Public hearing on verbiage change for Zoning Code 15.20.090 Allowed Signage and adding definitions to Zoning Code 15.20.050
- Discussion and possible action on Proposed Resolution 02-2025 Allowed Signage
- Discussion and possible action on Amending Off Street Parking spaces
- Discussion and possible action on Commercial/Industrial/Mixed Use zoning
- Discussion and possible action on New and/or Renewed Short Term Rentals Applications