Fruithurst, AL

City Council Agendas & Minutes

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, approval of prior minutes, and swearing in a new member. The main business items are discussions on middle-income housing (MIH) strategies, the R-3 zone, and EADU (likely accessory dwelling unit) regulations. The meeting will also include a closed session as permitted by Utah Code.

• Swearing in Callen Bagley as new Planning Commission member
• Reviewing MIH (middle-income housing) strategies
• R-3 Zone discussion
• EADU (likely accessory dwelling unit) discussion
• Approval of July 28, 2026 minutes

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2026, with a briefing session and public comment period. The council will discuss and take action on several items, including appointing a planning commission member, a cemetery financial feasibility proposal from LRB Public Finance Advisors, a SCADA system upgrade, a public works trailer replacement, a city-wide survey bid, and a letter supporting a local option sales tax. Two rezoning requests are tabled for consideration.

• Appoint a Planning Commission Member
• LRB Cemetery Financial proposal (feasibility study)
• Purchase of Telemetry (SCADA) system upgrade
• Purchase of Public Works trailer replacement
• Rezone 0.701 acres at 1207 South Main Street from R-S-12 to R-3 and 0.255 acres from C-2 to R-3; rezone 0.835 acres at 1112 S Lloyd Road from C-2 to R-3

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will consider rezoning requests for properties on South Main Street and S Lloyd Road to allow multi-family residential use. The body will also decide on a bid for the 2026 General Plan Update and receive a report from the Cemetery Committee.

• Rezone 0.701 acres (R-S-12 to R-3) and 0.255 acres (C-2 to R-3) at 1207 South Main Street
• Rezone 0.835 acres (C-2 to R-3) at 1112 S Lloyd Road
• Award a bid for the 2026 General Plan Update
• Cemetery Committee presentation regarding a proposed 100.11-acre municipal cemetery
• Discussion of a compensation study for a pay scale

The City Council tabled two proposed rezone requests (1207 South Main Street and 1112 S Lloyd Road) to allow staff to negotiate modifications with developers, including reduced density, increased parking, and a 35-foot height limit. The Council also awarded the 2026 General Plan update contract to Hanson Planning Group. Both rezone motions and the contract award passed unanimously (5-0).

• Tabled rezone at 1207 South Main Street to R-3, directing staff to negotiate density, parking, setbacks, and 35-ft height limit (5-0)
• Tabled rezone at 1112 S Lloyd Road to R-3, directing staff to negotiate less density and more parking (5-0)
• Awarded 2026 General Plan update bid to Hanson Planning Group (5-0)
• Approved July 21, 2026 meeting minutes with recommended changes (5-0)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss rezoning requests for two properties to allow multi-family residential development. The body will also review a preliminary plat for Oakmont Acres and discuss general planning strategies.

• Rezone 0.95 acres at 1207 South Main Street from R-S-12 and C-2 to R-3 for a 24-unit apartment project
• Rezone 0.835 acres at 1112 S Lloyd Road from C-2 to R-3 for a 20-unit townhome project
• Preliminary Plat approval for Oakmont Acres First Amended (1599 N Oakmont Ln)
• Review of MIH strategies
• General Plan discussion

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will discuss and vote on awarding a bid for the 2026-2027 Street Maintenance Projects. City staff recommends Geneva Rock Products, Inc. for the contract based on their total bid of $688,494.85.

• Proposed contract award to Geneva Rock Products, Inc. for $688,494.85 for 2026-2027 Street Maintenance Projects
• Approval of City Council meeting minutes from July 7, 2026
• Upcoming Planning Commission public hearing on July 28 regarding rezoning at 1207 S Main Street and 1112 S Lloyd Rd

The City Council awarded the 2026-2027 Street Maintenance Projects contract to Geneva Rock Products Inc. for $688,494.85, which came in about $100,000 below the city's estimate. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The council also approved the July 7, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational reports or discussions.

• Awarded 2026-2027 Street Maintenance Projects bid to Geneva Rock Products Inc. for $688,494.85 (5-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes for July 7, 2026 (5-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on updating the annual compensation for elective and statutory officers. The body will also consider an interlocal agreement for a paving project in the Oakmont Acres subdivision.

• Resolution 2026-12: Proposed compensation including Mayor ($9,900 annually), City Council Members ($500/month), and City Manager ($139,515 annually)
• Resolution 2026-13: Interlocal agreement with Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for the Oakmont Acres—Paving Project on 1375 E and Oakmont Ln
• Temporary Construction Easement Agreement
• Public hearing on annual compensation of elective and statutory officers
• Recognition of Unsung Hero 2026 Jim and Jenalee Frazier

The City Council approved an ordinance setting the City Manager's annual salary at $138,000, but removed the proposed pay scale language to revisit it later with the full Council. They also approved an interlocal agreement with Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for the Oakmont Acres paving project, a temporary construction easement agreement, and the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes. All votes were 3-0 with two members excused.

• Approved ordinance setting City Manager's annual salary at $138,000, removing pay scale language for future consideration (3-0).
• Approved Resolution 2026-13, interlocal agreement with Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for Oakmont Acres paving project (3-0).
• Approved Temporary Construction Easement Agreement for hillside construction access (3-0).
• Approved City Council meeting minutes for June 16, 2026 (3-0).

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat to divide a residential lot into two parcels at 1649 E Eastoaks. The body will also discuss General Plan and MIH strategies.

• Preliminary plat approval for Eastoaks subdivision first amendment (1649 E Eastoaks)
• Review of MIH strategies
• General Plan discussion
• Proposed plat fees of $550 for preliminary and $560 for final approval

The Planning Commission recommended approval to divide a lot at 1649 East Oaks Drive into two conforming lots. The commission also reviewed various state moderate-income housing strategies and discussed a pending General Plan update.

• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat for East Oaks Subdivision First Amendment at 1649 E East-Oaks Drive (3-0)
• Approved March 25, 2026, Planning Commission minutes (3-0)
• Directed staff to prepare a summary of recommended moderate-income housing strategies for the next meeting
• Requested City Council clarification on trail easement requirements for the General Plan

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The council will hold a public hearing and then discuss and vote on two resolutions: an amendment to the FY 2025-2026 budget and adoption of the FY 2027 operating budget with a certified tax rate of 0.001693. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes. Specific budget amendments include increases in attorney services and water fund expenses.

• Amendment to FY 2025-2026 Budget (Resolution 2026-10) with adjustments in General Fund and Water Fund
• Adoption of FY 2027 Operating Budget and Certified Tax Rate #0.001693 (Resolution 2026-11)
• Water Fund budget amendments: impact fee capital outlay ($107,000) and equipment supplies ($95,000)
• General Fund attorney services amendment ($63,000 increase)
• Approval of June 2, 2026 City Council minutes

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget and a certified tax rate of 0.001693. The Council also closed a public hearing regarding amendments to the FY 2025-2026 budget.

• Closed public hearing for FY 2025-2026 budget amendments (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2027 operating budget and certified tax rate of 0.001693 (Vote not recorded)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will vote on an interlocal agreement for Community Development Block Grant programs and approve General Plan updates. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the FY 2025-2026 budget and a discussion on pickleball courts.

• Approve Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for CDBG program (Resolution 2026-09)
• Approve General Plan Updates
• Public Hearing on FY 2025-2026 Budget and FY 2027 Operation Budget
• Approve Temp access across city property for adjacent property (2193 N Bella Vista Dr Farmington)
• Discuss Pickleball Courts

The council discussed a proposal for four pickleball courts at the City Office property but deferred a final decision pending further budget discussions. Discussions also covered temporary construction access across city property and updates to the FY 2026–2027 budget.

• Pickleball court project deferred for additional budget discussion
• Temporary construction access agreement sent to legal review
• Budget adjustments identified approximately $8,600 in potential savings

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruithurst Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, to discuss and take action on several items. Key decisions include approving a bid for 2026 road striping (with quotes ranging $18,975–$62,300), amending the interlocal law enforcement services agreement (mounting monthly payments up to $29,615.50), and adopting resolutions for stormwater permitting and CDBG funding. The council will also discuss the General Plan and Moderate-Income Housing recommendations and consider a Y2 Analytics city survey.

• Bid for 2026 road striping on Mountain, Nicholls, and Lloyd roads; low bid $18,975 from Road Safe
• Approve Resolution 2026-07 amending law enforcement agreement with Davis County; monthly payments rise to $29,615.50 by FY2026
• Approve Resolution 2026-08 interlocal agreement for UPDES stormwater permit with Davis County and 14 other cities
• Approve Resolution 2026-09 interlocal agreement for Community Development Block Grant program FY2027–2029
• Approve General Plan and Moderate-Income Housing (MIH) recommendation from Planning Commission

The council heard reports on cemetery planning, pickleball facilities, the America 250 celebration, park water conservation, and a sheriff's quarterly update. Public comment addressed the interlocal CDBG agreement, the General Plan, and a proposed city survey contract. Discussion included a bid for the 2026 road striping project, but no vote or formal decision was recorded.

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council and Planning Commission will hold a work session on May 14, 2026, to discuss updates to the General Plan and Moderate Income Housing compliance. The meeting includes an informational presentation on land use law and a review of strategies for Moderate Income Housing.

• Work session on General Plan and Moderate Income Housing
• Informational presentation on land use law and processes
• Review of Moderate Income Housing compliance and strategies
• Open house from 6:30 - 7:00 pm at Fruit Heights City Hall
• Discussion on HB 436 and HB 68 changes to MIH sections

The May 14, 2026 joint meeting reviewed the City’s General Plan and Moderate‑Income Housing element. A state land‑use trainer provided background on planning processes, state requirements, and resources. No formal votes or actions were taken; a future council vote on possible plan amendments was noted.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss amending the city's General Plan and Moderate-Income Housing (MIH) strategies. The session includes an informal open house, followed by information on the amendment process, MIH compliance, costs, and strategies. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Open house from 6:30-7:00 pm with informational displays
• Information on the General Plan amendment/update process
• Discussion of Moderate-Income Housing (MIH) compliance and recent legislative changes (HB 436, HB 68)
• Presentation on MIH costs and strategies
• Review of planning tools like Centers and BUILD

The City Council and Planning Commission met on May 14, 2026 to review the General Plan and Moderate‑Income Housing element. State land‑use trainer Rob Terry and city planner Jeff Oyler presented information on amendment processes, state requirements, and progress on housing strategies. No formal votes or decisions were taken; a future regular meeting will hold a vote on any direction.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Tentative Budget (Resolution 2026-06). They will also hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance 2026-03 regulating general fire and fireworks. Additionally, the council will discuss and direct staff on temporary access across city property.

• Public hearing and action on FY2027 tentative budget (Resolution 2026-06) with $986,000 for road mill and overlay projects
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2026-03 establishing general fire and firework regulations
• Discussion on temporary access across city property and staff direction
• Proposed budget includes addition of one public works position
• Water rate adjustment planned for January 2027

The council heard reports on the Youth City Council, cemetery and pickleball committees, budget review, and emergency preparedness. The mayor explained a new agenda item for future business requests, and the city manager said a draft meeting‑policy will be prepared. Public comment focused on the General Plan process and meeting procedures, but no motions were adopted or voted on.

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026, has been canceled. A joint work meeting with the City Council is scheduled for May 12, 2026, to discuss the City’s General Plan.

• Joint work meeting with City Council on May 12, 2026, regarding the City’s General Plan

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider awarding a $95,809 street maintenance contract to Asphalt Construction & Excavating, and vote on a resolution to adopt a social media policy. The council will also discuss the FY27 budget and receive a fire department report.

• Award bid for 2026 Street Maintenance – Charlais Drive and Daniel Drive overlay, low bid $95,809.01
• Resolution 2026-05 to adopt a Social Media Policy
• Budget discussion and directions for FY27
• Farmington Fire Report presentation
• Public hearings scheduled for May 5: Tentative Budget FY27 and Fireworks Regulation update

The April 21 meeting consisted of reports from council members, the mayor, staff, and public comments on budget, planning, and community issues. No motions were voted on or approved, and no items were formally adopted, denied, or tabled.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council work session will open with a call to order, then discuss the objectives for the city's 2027 budget, and conclude with adjournment. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review objectives for Fruit Heights City 2027 budget

The council work session reviewed the proposed FY 2027 budget, covering revenue performance, property tax assumptions, public‑safety costs, sales‑tax discrepancies, and various capital and fund‑balance items. Members discussed potential council compensation increases, the sheriff’s contract cost rise, and several infrastructure projects. The FY 2027 budget will be presented for tentative approval at the May 5, 2026 council meeting with a required public hearing. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during this session.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider several items at its April 7 meeting, including a vote on Ordinance 2026-02 (Title 10 Chapter 10C WUI) that establishes a wildland‑urban‑interface overlay. Council members will also vote on Resolution 2026-04 to designate authorized individuals for the PTIF, and will approve or deny bids for roughly 2,500 sq ft of asphalt patching. A budget discussion for the upcoming fiscal year is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2026-02 Title 10 Chapter 10C WUI (Wildland Urban Interface)
• Resolution 2026-04 Authorized Individuals for the PTIF
• Bids for approximately 2500 sq ft of asphalt patching
• Discussion of the FY 2026‑27 City budget

The council approved Ordinance 2026-02, adopting the state‑required Wildland Urban Interface ordinance with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved Resolution 2026-04 updating authorized signers for the Public Treasurer’s Investment Fund, and accepted Larose Construction’s low bid of about $15,650 for 2,500 sq ft of asphalt patching, each by a 5‑0 vote. The March 24, 2026 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-02 Title 10 Chapter 10C WUI (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 Authorized individuals for the PTIF (5-0)
• Approved Larose Construction bid for ~2,500 sq ft asphalt patching (~$15,650) (5-0)
• Approved March 24, 2026 City Council minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a new Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) code to minimize fire damage and a request to rezone parcels to agricultural use. The body will also discuss a lot split in the Orchards at Country Lane.

• Public hearing on Title 10- Chapter 10C - WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) development requirements
• Rezone request for parcels 072460030 and 072460031 from R-1-12 to A-1 Agricultural
• Lot split at 1167 E Goldspur Sub. Orchards at Country Lane
• Discussion of parcels adjacent to 1149 S Mountain Rd and Hidden Springs PKWY

The commission approved the February 24, 2026 minutes (3‑0). It closed the public hearing on the rezoning request and then tabled that rezoning (both votes 3‑0). The commission also closed the public hearing on the Wildland Urban Interface ordinance and voted to recommend the ordinance and map to the City Council (3‑0).

• Approved Feb 24 2026 minutes (3‑0)
• Closed public hearing on rezoning request (3‑0)
• Tabled rezoning request on parcels adjacent to 1149 S Mountain Rd (3‑0)
• Closed public hearing on Title 10‑Chapter 10C WUI ordinance (3‑0)
• Recommended WUI ordinance to City Council (3‑0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council meeting will consider the proposed FY 2026‑27 General Fund budget, which lists total revenues of $3,665,800.00 and total expenses of $3,917,550.00. Council members will also hear public comments, discuss a pickleball courts proposal, and review the FHC Open Fires and Fireworks Map. Action items include approving the map and the March 3, 2026 City Council minutes.

• Discussion of FY 2026‑27 General Fund budget (revenue $3,665,800.00; expenses $3,917,550.00)
• Pickleball courts proposal
• FHC Open Fires and Fireworks Map (action item)
• Approval of March 3, 2026 City Council minutes (action item)
• Public comment period (up to 3‑minute comments)

The City Council unanimously approved an updated open fires and fireworks restriction map, aligning it more closely with county and state guidelines and expanding restricted areas on the west side of Highway 89. The council also discussed the FY 2026-2027 budget, projecting a shortfall, and agreed to form a community committee for pickleball court planning at Nichols Park. No other formal actions were taken.

• Adopted updated open fires and fireworks restriction map (5-0)
• Approved March 3, 2026 City Council minutes with recommended changes (5-0)
• Consensus to form community committee for pickleball court project at Nichols Park

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will meet to approve a bid for a new sound system for the Council Chambers and to approve the minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation on open meeting laws and ethics.

• Approve bid from Performance Audio for Council Chambers sound system
• Approve February 17, 2026, City Council Minutes
• Presentation on Open and Public Meetings and Ethics Act
• Discussion on social media policy
• Discussion on budget

Council members moved to approve a $45,057.77 bid from Performance Audio for the council chamber sound system; the motion was seconded but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The council also agreed to have staff draft a simple one‑ to one‑and‑a‑half‑page social media policy, with the draft to be reviewed later. A budget update and other reports were presented, but no votes or final actions were recorded.

• Motion to approve Performance Audio sound system bid (no vote outcome recorded)
• Approved drafting of a concise social media policy (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will discuss updates to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Code and map. The body is also considering a property rezone and a lot split.

• HB48- Wildland Urban Interface Modifications (WUI Code) and map
• Rezone of property for Hidden Spring and Scott Baird
• Lot split at 1167 E Goldspur

The commission approved the January 27, 2026 Planning Commission minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Staff updates were presented on a rezoning request for Hidden Springs HOA property, an amended subdivision for the Butcher property, and the Wildland‑Urban Interface ordinance, but no formal actions were taken on these items. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved January 27, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider two change orders for the City Hall project: one for glass and another for ADA door openers at the rear entrance. The council will also discuss budget items for the Water Fund and Vehicle Fund. Additionally, the council will approve the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Approve or deny change order for glass for City Hall project
• Approve or deny change order for ADA door openers for rear entrance of City Hall project
• Discuss budget allocations for the Water Fund
• Discuss budget allocations for the Vehicle Fund
• Approve February 3, 2026 City Council meeting minutes

The February 17, 2026 Fruit Heights City Council meeting consisted of mayor and council member reports, staff updates, public comments, and a presentation by the Farmington Fire Chief. No formal motions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes. A discussion item on a change order for City Hall glass was presented, but no decision was documented.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider three action items: adopting the proposed 2026 Culinary Water Rates, adopting Ordinance 2026‑01 that sets a maximum coverage for rear yards, and ratifying the vote on the city’s General Plan. A public hearing on the water rates will be held earlier in the meeting. Presentations include a YCC report, an audit report from Gilbert & Stewart, CPA’s, and an ethics training session. The council will also approve the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting.

• Adopt updated 2026 Culinary Water Rates (public hearing)
• Adopt Ordinance 2026‑01, Title 10‑11‑16 – Maximum Coverage of Rear Yard
• Ratify vote for the City’s General Plan (Resolution 2026‑03)
• Presentation: Gilbert & Stewart CPA audit report
• Presentation: YCC Report

The Fruit Heights City Council received reports on policy monitoring, cemetery development, water meter readings, budget preparation, and speed‑sign deployment. Council members and the mayor discussed the proposed general plan and related housing issues. Public comment featured strong opposition and support for aspects of the plan, but no vote or official decision was recorded.

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will discuss a revision to the rear‑yard coverage rule, changing the maximum from 25% to 50% of the required minimum. It will also consider amendments to the Wildland Urban Interface code required by House Bill 48. A draft rezoning request for three parcels (086650202, 072460030, 072460031) to A‑1 Agricultural zoning will be presented to address fire‑risk and invasive‑species concerns.

• Revision of Title 10‑11‑16 rear‑yard maximum coverage from 25% to 50%
• Consideration of HB48 Wildland Urban Interface code amendments (Chapter 10:10B)
• Draft rezoning request for parcels 086650202 (2.0 acres), 072460030 (1.68 acres) and 072460031 (0.8 acres) to A‑1 Agricultural

The commission approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It voted 4‑1 to recommend approval of Title 10-11-16, which sets maximum impervious coverage for rear yards. Staff and the applicant were directed to prepare a formal rezoning application for three Hidden Springs parcels. Staff will keep monitoring HB 48 wildland‑urban‑interface legislation and report back.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Title 10-11-16 Maximum Coverage of Rear Yard (4-1)
• Directed staff and applicant to prepare formal rezoning application for Hidden Springs parcels (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to continue monitoring HB 48 WUI legislation and provide updates (no vote recorded)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council meeting on Jan 20, 2026 includes discussion of the city’s mission statement, a presentation on Waterworth software, and a proposal to appoint Mayor Jeanne Groberg to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Board. Action items on the agenda request council to approve or deny the Waterworth software, the appointment of a new Planning Commission member, the waste‑board appointment, a letter of support for a land conveyance, and the approval of recent council minutes. The agenda also lists upcoming calendar items and a closed‑session provision.

• Approve/Deny Waterworth Software (discussion and action item 7.1)
• Approve/Deny appointment of new Planning Commission Member (action item 7.2)
• Approve/Deny Resolution to appoint Mayor Jeanne Groberg to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Board (action item 7.3)
• Approve/Deny Letter of Support for Land Conveyance (action item 7.4)
• Approve Jan 06, 2026 City Council Minutes (action item 7.5)

The council approved a staff inquiry about a trial period for the Waterworth utility‑software package, passing the motion 5‑0. It also approved the appointment of Scott Justensen to the Planning Commission, also by a 5‑0 vote. A resolution to appoint Mayor Jeanne Groberg to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Board was discussed, but no vote outcome is recorded in the minutes.

• Approved staff inquiry on trial period for Waterworth software (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Scott Justensen to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Discussed resolution to appoint Mayor Jeanne Groberg to Wasatch Integrated Waste Board (no vote recorded)
• Reaffirmed city mission statement and core values (discussion only)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council held a strategic planning meeting where they reviewed the mission statement, values, roles, and strategic priorities. A major discussion centered on whether to ratify the previous General Plan vote to correct a procedural error, but no consensus was reached. The council also discussed various 2026 goals, including infrastructure projects, community events, and policy development, but no formal decisions were made.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only
• General Plan ratification debate left unresolved; proposal to vote in February
• Cemetery committee to receive financial support if analysis completed by end of 2026
• Social media policy research assigned for February discussion
• Digital speed signs installed at north Mountain and Nicholls ($5,000 each)
• Website update planned with improvements like public notices on front page
• Dispatch services moving from DCSO to Layton City, increasing contract costs
• Pickleball courts and new Bowery at Nicholls to be funded through community fundraising

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider several items, including the City Manager's compensation package. Council members will also act on the 2026 Council and Planning Commission calendar, water rates for 2026, and bids for remodeling the City Hall entry. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker. Presentations will cover the moderate‑income housing plan and HB‑48 wildland‑urban interface updates.

• Approve/Deny Fruit Heights City Council and Planning Commission Calendar 2026
• Approve/Deny City Manager Compensation
• Approve/Deny Awarding a bid for City Hall Entry Remodel
• Discussion of Water Rates for 2026
• Presentation on Moderate‑Income Housing Plan and HB‑48 WUI modifications

The council approved the reconstruction of the City Hall front and rear entrances to meet ADA standards and address sinking issues. The project is fully funded in the capital projects fund, with construction to begin immediately and be completed by June 1. A public hearing on the proposed 2026 water rate increase was scheduled for Jan 20, 2026.

• Approved City Hall front and rear entrance remodel (budgeted, construction to start immediately, completion by June 1)
• Scheduled public hearing on 2026 water rate increase for Jan 20, 2026
• Swore in Mayor Jeanne Groberg and Council Members Blake Winslow and David Hale