Fruithurst public meetings in 2022

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will meet at 6:00 PM on December 6, 2022, to review and possibly approve an amendment to the Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision, amendments to the Animal Care and Control Ordinance, and an interlocal agreement with Davis County regarding the maintenance and use of the city-owned storm water detention basin (Pond G) adjacent to the golf course. The meeting is held early due to the City Council Christmas Party. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes, and no action can be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Amendment to Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Amendments to the Animal Care and Control Ordinance
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Interlocal Agreement between Fruit Heights City and Davis County for maintenance of Pond G
• Quit Claim Deed transferring 3.192 acres (Pond G) from Davis County to Fruit Heights City for $10
• Permanent Access and Maintenance Easement granted to Davis County for landscaping Pond G as part of golf course driving range

The City Council approved an amendment to the Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision and an interlocal agreement with Davis County. The council also updated the Animal Care and Control Ordinance to align with county standards regarding kennel licenses.

• Approved amendment to Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement between Fruit Heights City and Davis County (unanimous)
• Approved Amendments to the Animal Care and Control Ordinance (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will meet to review and possibly approve an amendment to the Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision and amendments to the Animal Care and Control Ordinance. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Amendment to Baer Canyon Estates Subdivision
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Amendments to the Animal Care and Control Ordinance, including limits on dogs and cats per residence (Section 6.12.060) and exemptions for service animals and government dogs

The Commission approved an amendment to the Baer Canyon Estates Phase 3 plat to add a 12-foot strip of land to lot 17. Commissioners discussed updates to the Animal Care Control Ordinance but did not take a formal vote. Other business included updates on Mountain Road paving and the general plan.

• Approved addition of 12 feet to lot 17 from lot 16 at Baer Canyon Estates Phase 3 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will review and possibly approve amendments to city codes on private swimming pools and signs, and a rezone of about 21.3 acres from agricultural to single-family residential. The meeting also includes a youth council report and public comments.

• Amendments to Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 13 regulating private swimming pools
• Amendments to Title 10, Chapter 16 on signs and outdoor advertising
• Rezone of approximately 21.316 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to R-1-12 (Single Family Residential)
• Youth City Council Report
• Closed meeting to discuss purchase of real property

The Council unanimously approved amendments to regulations for private swimming pools and outdoor advertising. A proposed rezoning of 21.316 acres was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved amendments to Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 13 regarding private swimming pool setbacks (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Title 10, Chapter 16 regarding signs and outdoor advertising (Unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning of approximately 21.316 acres from A-1 to R-1-12

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a proposal to rezone approximately 21.316 acres at 260 North Mountain Road from A-1 (Agriculture) to R-1-12 (Single Family Residential). The commission will also review and potentially approve amendments to the city's zoning ordinance regarding swimming pools and signs, including portable/mobile signs. The meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Public hearing and review of rezoning 21.316 acres at 260 North Mountain Road from A-1 to R-1-12
• Amendment to repeal Chapter 10-11-13 (Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts) and clarify private swimming pool regulations
• Amendments to Chapter 16 (Signs and Outdoor Advertising), specifically portable/mobile signs
• Review of proposed pool setback changes: 4 feet to 5 feet from property lines, 20 feet from neighbor's dwelling, 15 feet from side lot lines of vacant lots
• Next Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 15, 2022

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for property at 260 N Mountain Road. The commission also voted to revise the city's pool ordinance and add new prohibitions to the sign ordinance.

• Approved rezoning of 21.316 acres at 260 N Mountain Road from A-1 (agriculture) to R-1-12 (Single Family Residential) (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to City Code Chapter 10-11-13 regarding swimming pool setbacks and requirements (4-1)
• Approved addition of City Code Chapter 10-16-6 prohibiting specific sign devices, including certain advertising trailers (4-1)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will meet to review and discuss the draft General Plan and the draft Moderate Income Housing Plan, along with subdivision and development updates. The meeting includes public comments, but no action will be taken on non-agenda items. The agenda is primarily a discussion session, with no final votes scheduled.

• Review and discuss draft General Plan
• Review and discuss draft Moderate Income Housing Plan
• Subdivision and development updates
• Notice of rezone petition for 21.316 acres from A-1 to R-1-12 (public hearing on Oct 25)

The Fruithurst City Council reviewed and discussed the draft General Plan and a required Moderate Income Housing Plan, but took no final votes on either. The council also received updates on the Matte Lowe development, which received final approval for phase one, and a rezone request for the Marker property. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Discussed draft General Plan, no vote taken
• Discussed Moderate Income Housing Plan, no vote taken
• Received update on Matte Lowe development, phase one given final approval
• Discussed rezone request for Marker property from A1 to R112, no vote taken

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council is holding a working meeting to discuss the city's General Plan. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the agenda contains no other substantive business.

• Working meeting to discuss Fruit Heights City's General Plan

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will meet to discuss updates to the city's five affordable housing initiatives, review and potentially approve street maintenance bids, and hear a public comment about a utility issue. The meeting also includes a youth city council report and standard procedural items. A moderate-income housing plan and a pavement striping bid are included in the agenda materials.

• Review and discuss updates to the City's Five Affordable Housing Initiatives
• Review/discuss/approve/deny street maintenance bids, including a $13,403.95 striping bid from American Pavement Marking
• Public comment from Jayne Mulford (541 Cherry Lane) regarding a utility issue
• Youth City Council Report
• Moderate Income Housing Plan with strategies including rezoning and accessory dwelling units

The council unanimously approved a bid from American Striping Company for interstate striping. They also discussed updates to the city's five affordable housing initiatives, noting that adoption is required to receive federal funding. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved American Striping Company bid for interstate striping (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission is meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to city ordinances, including allowing small farm animals in certain residential zones, updating swimming pool setback and fencing rules, and revising regulations for portable/mobile signs. The meeting includes a public hearing and review of meeting minutes. No final decisions are noted on the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Amendments to Chapter 8A to allow small farm animals in R-1-12 and R-1-10 zones
• Amendments to Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 13 on swimming pools and tennis courts, including setback and fencing requirements
• Amendments to Chapter 16 on signs, specifically portable and mobile signs
• Public hearing scheduled
• Next meeting set for October 25, 2022

The Planning Commission discussed but decided not to amend Chapter 8A to allow small farm animals (e.g., chickens) in R-1-12 and R-1-10 zones, citing concerns about attracting wildlife. No formal vote was taken; Chairman Tanner will prepare a statement explaining the decision. Other items, including amendments to swimming pool and sign ordinances, were discussed but tabled for further review.

• Declined to amend Chapter 8A to allow small farm animals in R-1-12 and R-1-10 zones (no vote recorded)
• Tabled amendments to Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 13 on swimming pools and tennis courts for further review
• Tabled amendments to Chapter 16 on portable/mobile signs for wording clarification

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will meet to review and potentially approve several items, including a secondary meter grant, an active transportation trail maintenance agreement with UDOT, updates to the flood damage prevention ordinance, HVAC and street maintenance bids, and Founders Day invoices. The meeting also includes public comments and recognition of community members.

• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Secondary Meter Grant through the Division of Water Resources
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Active Transportation Agreement with UDOT (US-89; Layton to I-84)
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Updates to Title 12, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny HVAC Bids for City Shop
• Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Bids for Street Maintenance

The council unanimously approved a grant from the Division of Water Resources for secondary water meters in the East Oaks district, covering 70% of costs with the remaining 30% from a special improvement district. They also approved an active transportation agreement with UDOT, updates to the flood damage prevention ordinance, and an $8,800 HVAC bid for the city shop. Bids for street maintenance were tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved Secondary Meter Grant through Division of Water Resources (unanimous)
• Approved Active Transportation Agreement with UDOT (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Title 12, Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $8,800 HVAC bid for City Shop (unanimous)
• Tabled bids for street maintenance to next meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the fiscal year 2023 budget, which includes a property tax rate increase from 0.001455 to 0.001750. The council will vote on Resolution 2022-004 to set the tax rate. The meeting also includes public comments, conflict of interest declarations, and possible closed session items.

• Public hearing on certified tax rate and FY2023 budget
• Resolution 2022-004 to set property tax rate at 0.001750
• Proposed tax rate increase from 0.001455 to 0.001750
• FY2023 budget includes $2,801,989 in general fund revenue
• Capital projects include $1,085,000 for 650 N/Quail Ridge and $400,857 for cemetery Phase 1

The City Council adopted Resolution 2022-004, increasing the property tax rate from 0.001455 to 0.001600 for fiscal year 2023, after a public hearing where many residents opposed the increase, particularly for a proposed cemetery. The approved rate is a compromise from the originally proposed 0.001750. The vote was 3-1, with Council Member Gary Anderson dissenting.

• Approved Resolution 2022-004 setting tax rate at 0.001600 (3-1)
• Held Truth in Taxation hearing on proposed FY2023 budget and tax increase
• Closed public hearing unanimously

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an appeal from Elite Craft Homes to rezone .854 acres at 1351 E. 650 N from R-S-12 to R3 for the East Mountain Townhomes project. The council will also review and potentially approve updates to the ADU ordinance (Title 10 Chapter 11) and a budget request to purchase city streetlights. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval, consent calendar, and reports.

• Rezone request for .854 acres at 1351 E. 650 N from R-S-12 to R3 for East Mountain Townhomes
• Updates to ADU ordinance (Title 10 Chapter 11) including internal ADU rules and short-term rental regulations
• Budget request to purchase city streetlights (quote for $35,479.25 for 13 lights)
• Public hearing for public comments on agenda items
• Truth in Taxation hearing scheduled for August 16, 2022

The City Council denied an appeal from Elite Craft Homes to rezone .854 acres at 1351 E. 650 N. from R-S-12 to R3 for a 14-unit townhome project, voting 3-2 to uphold the Planning Commission's denial. A verbal agreement was noted for a potential 6-unit development. The Council also approved an ordinance amending Title 10 Chapter 11 to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in certain zones, with a 4-1 vote (Council Member Moss voting despite a conflict). A $35,000 budget request to purchase streetlights for the UDOT Park and Ride was unanimously approved.

• Denied rezone appeal for East Mountain Townhomes (3-2), with verbal agreement for 6 units
• Approved ADU ordinance amending Title 10 Chapter 11 (4-1)
• Approved $35,000 budget for city streetlights (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone approximately 0.854 acres at 1357 East 650 North from single-family residential (R-S-12) to multi-family (R-3) for the East Mountain Townhomes project. The commission will also review proposed updates to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance and the Flood Control and Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The meeting is scheduled for July 26, 2022, at 7:00 pm in the City Council Room.

• Public hearing and review of rezone request for East Mountain Townhomes (1357 East 650 North) from R-S-12 to R-3
• Review of proposed updates to Title 10 Chapter 11 ADU Ordinance
• Review of proposed updates to Title 12 Chapter 1 Flood Control and Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Next meeting scheduled for August 23, 2022

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider final plat approval for the Rock Loft Ridge Estates subdivision and an interlocal agreement with Davis County and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for 650 North. The agenda also includes a public hearing, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports from city staff. The meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Final plat approval for Rock Loft Ridge Estates
• 650 North Interlocal Agreement with Davis County and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District
• Public hearing on unspecified items
• Approval of June 14, 2022 City Council minutes
• Upcoming Truth in Taxation hearing on August 16, 2022

The City Council approved the phase one final plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates, subject to staff report Improvement Plans, with a 3-2 vote. The approval allows construction to begin, but the plat will not be recorded until all outstanding approvals, including the road connection to 1800, are complete. The council also unanimously approved the 650 North Interlocal Agreement with Davis County and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District for road and water line work.

• Approved phase one final plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates (3-2)
• Approved 650 North Interlocal Agreement with Davis County and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 City Council meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two major items: final plat approval for Phase 1 of Rock Loft Ridge Estates (35 lots) and a rezone of 0.854 acres at 1351 East 650 North from R-S-12 to R-3 for an 8-unit townhome project. They will also discuss an ADU ordinance, a subdivision request from the Barker family, and possible changes to the small fowl ordinance.

• Final plat approval for Rock Loft Ridge Estates Phase 1, 35 lots on the east bench north of Bair Canyon
• Rezone 0.854 acres at 1351 East 650 North from R-S-12 to R-3 for 8-unit townhome project (Elite Craft Homes)
• Request from Barker Family to present a subdivision request
• Review of Fruit Heights City ADU ordinance
• Consider changes to city ordinance regulating small fowl

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the FY 2021-2022 budget and the FY 2022-2023 budget. The Council will also review an interlocal agreement with Farmington City for fire and emergency medical services.

• Public hearing for FY 2021-2022 Budget Amendments
• Public hearing for FY 2022-2023 Budget
• Review of Emergency Services Contract with Farmington City (projected cost $300,000.00 for FY 2023)
• Review of FY 2022-2023 Consolidated Fee Schedule
• Approval of minutes from May 17 and June 7, 2022 meetings

The Fruit Heights City Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 budget amendments and the FY 2022-2023 budget, which includes a truth-in-taxation hearing and funding for a city cemetery. The council also approved the FY 2022-2023 consolidated fee schedule (with one abstention) and an emergency services contract with Farmington City. Minutes from May 17 and June 7, 2022, were approved. A power outage from 7:14 to 7:27 pm delayed discussion but no business was conducted during that time.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 consolidated fee schedule (Florence Sadler abstained)
• Approved emergency services contract with Farmington City (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council unanimously approved the 2022 Capital Projects Award Recommendation of Wardell Brothers for road and infrastructure work. They also approved the open fire and firework restrictions map as presented, and approved the May 3, 2022 meeting minutes. The council directed the city manager to move forward with a truth in taxation hearing, with tax rates to be decided at a future meeting.

• Approved 2022 Capital Projects Award Recommendation of Wardell Brothers (unanimous)
• Approved Open Fire Restrictions and Firework Restrictions map (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2022 City Council meeting (unanimous)
• Directed city manager to move forward with truth in taxation hearing (no formal vote)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint work meeting to review and discuss updates to the City's General Plan, including recommendations from consultant Landmark Design. They will also discuss a timeline for future council and commission approvals of the plan. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.

• Review of General Plan updates from Landmark Design
• Discussion of timeline for City Council and Planning Commission approvals
• Future public hearings to be scheduled before plan adoption

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The City Council, Planning Commission, and City Staff will meet to review information regarding General Plan updates. The meeting will include a review of recommendations from Landmark Design and a discussion regarding a timeline for future approvals.

• Review of Landmark Design recommendations for the General Plan
• Discussion of a timeline for future General Plan approvals

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and discuss updates to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance and the General Plan. The agenda includes a public hearing, a subdivision review for Rock Loft Estates, and discussion of two development scenarios for the General Plan with tax and cost-benefit projections. The meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2022, at 7:00 pm in the City Council Room.

• Review & Discuss Rock Loft Estates Subdivision
• Review & Discuss Updates to the Fruit Heights City ADU Ordinance
• Review & Discuss Updates to the Fruit Heights City General Plan
• General Plan scenarios include development options for the golf course and 400 North with projected 20-year net revenues of $18.1M (Scenario 1) and $25.5M (Scenario 2)
• ADU ordinance amendments include internal ADUs allowed in single-family zones, with requirements for parking, size, and permits

The Planning Commission approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. They reviewed the Rock Loft Ridge Estates subdivision plans, with staff reporting most comments addressed and final plat approval anticipated next meeting. The commission discussed a draft ADU ordinance, covering restrictions like no external units, owner-occupancy, and parking rules, but took no formal action. They also discussed General Plan updates and scheduling a special meeting to adopt the budget.

• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Rock Loft Ridge Estates subdivision; no formal action
• Discussed draft ADU ordinance; no formal action
• Discussed General Plan updates; no formal action

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider approving the tentative FY 2022-2023 budget and the Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance No. 2022-003. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes, reports, and upcoming events. The budget document details proposed revenues and expenditures across all city funds.

• Public hearing and potential approval of FY 2022-2023 tentative budget (total general fund revenues/expenditures $2,599,370)
• Public hearing and potential approval of Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance No. 2022-003
• Capital projects fund includes $800,000 for 650 N/Quail Ridge and $200,000 for Country Lane Sidewalk
• Water fund includes $1,000,000 ARPA grant and $736,259 COVID-19 grant
• Class C Road Fund proposes $500,000 for road projects (chip seal, crack seal, overlay, sidewalk/curb/gutter)

The Fruit Heights City Council unanimously adopted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 after a public hearing and discussion. The council also approved the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance 2022-003, with a substitute motion increasing the turf limit for relandscaping projects from 20% to 30% of the buildable area, which passed unanimously. Minutes from previous meetings were not approved due to late posting.

• Adopted Tentative Budget FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance 2022-003 with 30% turf limit for relandscaping (unanimous)
• Rejected original motion for 20% turf limit (2-3)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider final approval of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance No. 2022-003, which includes a list of approved plant species. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Final approval of Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance No. 2022-003
• Public hearing on the ordinance
• Next meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, with modifications to sections 7 and 8. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final action. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Recommended approval of Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance with modifications (unanimous)
• Changed section 7 subsection 2 to 30% instead of 33%
• Removed 'flexible material' from section 8 subsection F
• Removed 'as necessary' from section 8 subsection I

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will review and possibly approve a resolution and proclamation declaring a water scarcity and imposing culinary water restrictions, and will preview the tentative FY 2022-2023 budget. The agenda also includes a report from the Youth City Council, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a consent calendar item for the FY 2021-2022 budget report. The meeting is largely routine, with the water restrictions and budget discussion being the main substantive items.

• Resolution 2022-004 Culinary Water Restrictions
• Proclamation 2022-001 Declaring Scarcity of Water
• 2022 Culinary Water Restrictions
• FY 2022-2023 Tentative Budget Preview and Discussion
• Report from the Fruit Heights Youth City Council

The Fruit Heights City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2022-004, Proclamation 2022-001, and the 2022 Culinary Water Restrictions to address drought conditions. The council also previewed the FY 2022-2023 tentative budget and approved the April 19, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected.

• Approved Resolution 2022-004 on culinary water restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved Proclamation 2022-001 declaring scarcity of water (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Culinary Water Restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2022 meeting as corrected (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council and Planning Commission will receive a progress report from Landmark Design regarding updates to the City’s General Plan. The meeting is intended to discuss a timeline for future approvals of the plan.

• Progress report from Landmark Design on General Plan updates
• Discussion of timeline for future General Plan approvals

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 26, 2022, to review and potentially approve the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, decide on participating in the 'Flip the Strip' program, and continue reviewing ADU ordinance updates. They will also receive updates on the Rock Loft Ridge Estates development and approve minutes from the February 22 meeting. The agenda includes a public hearing, but no specific items are listed for it.

• Final review and possible approval of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, which sets standards for indoor fixtures and outdoor landscaping, including limits on lawn area (35% residential, 20% commercial) and requirements for smart irrigation controllers.
• Request to participate in the 'Flip the Strip' program, likely a community initiative, though details are not provided in the agenda.
• Second review of ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) ordinance updates and changes.
• Review updates on the Rock Loft Ridge Estates development.
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 22, 2022.

The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and the 'Flip the Strip' program, with final approval scheduled for a special May 17, 2022 meeting after a public hearing. No formal votes were taken on these items. The commission also received updates on the Rock Loft Ridge Estates development and discussed a draft ADU ordinance, but no decisions were made.

• Scheduled special meeting for May 17, 2022 at 6:00 pm for public hearing and approval of Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
• Received update on Rock Loft Ridge Estates development; final plat anticipated by mid-May
• Discussed ADU ordinance updates; no action taken

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to receive a progress report from Landmark Design regarding updates to the City’s General Plan. The bodies will also discuss a timeline for future consideration and approval of the plan.

• Progress report from Landmark Design on General Plan updates
• Discussion of timeline for General Plan approvals

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will review an ordinance to annex 12.623 acres into city boundaries and a resolution to rezone property in Green Farms Estate Phase 3. The meeting also includes discussions on water restrictions, a contract award for water line replacement, and accepting a COVID-19 grant.

• Ordinance 2022-001: Annexing 12.623 acres into Fruit Heights City
• Resolution 2022-001: Rezoning 8,501 sq ft in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10
• Resolution 2022-002: Accepting COVID-19 Local Assistance Matching Grant Program Grant
• Contract award to Skyview Excavation & Grading Inc. for Culinary Water Line Replacement Project
• Review of 2022 Water Restrictions

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission is meeting to review a rezone of 8,501 sq ft in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10, and to review and approve the final plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates. They will also discuss updates to the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The meeting includes a public hearing and other routine business.

• Rezone 8,501 sq ft in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10 (lot 22 to lot 21)
• Final Plat Review and Approval for Rock Loft Ridge Estates
• Review and Discuss Updates to the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
• Public hearing (no specific item listed)

The commission approved a rezone of 8,501 square feet of lot #22 in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10, so that lot #21 is entirely R-1-10. The final plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates was tabled until further information is collected. The water efficient landscape ordinance was discussed but not approved; it is planned for approval at the next meeting. Minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting were approved with one correction.

• Approved rezone of 8,501 sq ft of lot #22 to R-1-10 (unanimous)
• Tabled final plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates (unanimous)
• Approved February 22, 2022 minutes with correction (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider Ordinance 2022-001 to annex 12.623 acres into the city, and will review the 2021 audit report. The meeting also includes public comments, a youth council report, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes and consent calendar items.

• Ordinance 2022-001: annexation of 12.623 acres
• Review of 2021 audit report
• Approval of February check register and budget report
• Youth City Council report
• Public comments (3-minute limit)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Storm Water Management Plan, which is required by state and federal regulations. The council will also review and vote on the annexation of 12.623 acres (the Samuel G. Raymond Inc. Annexation) into city boundaries. The agenda includes routine items like approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing and vote on Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP)
• Annexation of 12.623 acres (Samuel G. Raymond Inc. Annexation)
• Presentation of Storm Water Management Program by City Engineer
• Youth City Council report
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission is holding its regular February 22, 2022 meeting. The main item is a public hearing and review/discussion/approval/denial of the preliminary plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering minutes approval, other business, and scheduling the next meeting for March 22, 2022.

• Public hearing and preliminary plat review for Rock Loft Ridge Estates
• Meeting minutes approval for prior session
• Next Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 22, 2022
• Electronic meeting participation allowed by motion of City Council

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Rock Loft Ridge Estates subdivision, with certain areas excluded from approval pending annexation, geotechnical review, a land trade with the Forest Service, and a Planned Residential Unit Development designation. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes from the January 25, 2022 Planning Commission meeting.
• Approved the Preliminary Plat for Rock Loft Ridge Estates, with four areas excluded from approval at this time.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved the Fiber Cable Franchise Agreement with Connext Networks, allowing installation of fiber cable overhead or underground. Council Member Eileen Moss made the motion, seconded by George Ray; all voted in favor except Florence Sadler, who abstained. The Davis County Storm Water Coalition Agreement was tabled until March 1 for a public hearing. The council also approved the January 18, 2022 meeting minutes with minor corrections.

• Approved the Fiber Cable Franchise Agreement with Connext Networks (motion by Eileen Moss, seconded by George Ray; Florence Sadler abstained).
• Tabled the Davis County Storm Water Coalition Agreement until March 1 for a public hearing.
• Approved the minutes of the January 18, 2022 City Council meeting (motion by Florence Sadler, seconded by Diane Anderson; unanimous).

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 73,343 square feet in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10. They will also conduct a second review of a draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, which includes regulations for internal ADUs and short-term rentals. The meeting is scheduled for January 25, 2022, at 7:00 pm.

• Rezone 73,343 sq ft in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10
• Second review of draft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance
• ADU ordinance includes internal ADU regulations (min 400 sq ft, max 4 tenants, 30-day minimum rental)
• Short-term rental regulations proposed (conditional use permit, parking, noise rules)
• Meeting accessible via Zoom (ID: 868 0014 5537, Passcode: 380172)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved rezoning lot 21 in Green Farms Estate Phase 3 from R-S-12 to R-1-10, subject to an updated legal description. The commission also discussed the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, with comments due by February 15 and a public hearing expected in April. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved rezone of lot 21 to R-1-10, subject to updated legal description (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider an agreement with Connext Networks LLC for installing and maintaining fiber optic cable, review a related franchise agreement, and discuss a potential municipal energy sales and use tax. The meeting also includes a sheriff's report, public comments, and approval of previous minutes. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a possible closed meeting.

• Agreement for Installation and Maintenance of Fiber Optic Cable with Connext Networks LLC
• First Review of Fiber Cable Franchise Agreement
• Discussion of Municipal Energy Sales and Use Tax (up to 6% of delivered value of gas and electricity)
• Davis County Sheriff Report and Crime Discussion
• Approval of January 4, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes

The City Council approved an agreement with Kaysville City for the installation and maintenance of fiber optic cable, with modifications and one abstention. They also discussed but did not adopt a franchise agreement with Connext, and reviewed a possible municipal energy tax without taking action. The minutes from the January 4 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Agreement for Installation and Maintenance of Fiber Optic Cable with Kaysville City (5-0-1, Sadler abstaining)
• Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 City Council meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not adopt Connext Fiber Cable Franchise Agreement
• Discussed Municipal Energy Tax; no action taken

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council is holding a strategic planning session to review 2021 performance, set objectives for 2022, and prioritize capital projects and budget allocations. The agenda includes assigning oversight areas to council members, discussing a five-year capital plan, and creating measurable goals. No formal votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Review and prioritize capital projects and major purchases for 2022
• Assign council member oversight for communications, community, planning, parks, fiscal responsibility, and infrastructure
• Discuss a five-year financial plan and potential truth-in-taxation hearing
• Create a process for resident service projects and a city-wide service day
• Review Community Wildfire Protection Plan and city-wide response plans

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will consider a cooperative agreement for fiber optic cable installation and maintenance funded by an ARPA grant. The meeting also includes discussions on the Davis County Animal Control contract and a 12.623-acre annexation petition.

• Review of $1.1 million joint ARPA Grant agreement with Kaysville City for fiber optic installation
• Annexation petition for the 12.623-acre Samuel G. Raymond property
• Review/approval of Davis County Animal Control contract amendment
• Review/approval of Escrow Release for The Heights Subdivision
• Approval of November check register and December budget report

The Fruit Heights City Council accepted an annexation petition for the Samuel G. Raymond Property (12.623 acres), approved the Davis County Animal Control Contract, approved an escrow release for The Heights Subdivision, and approved the 2022 meeting schedule. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved minutes from previous meetings and received reports on a fiber optic project and grants.

• Accepted annexation petition for Samuel G. Raymond Property, 12.623 acres (unanimous)
• Approved Davis County Animal Control Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Escrow Release for The Heights Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved City Council and Planning Commission Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting (unanimous)