Fruithurst public meetings in 2024

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council is holding a holiday dinner for council members, planning commission members, and city staff on December 3, 2024. No regular business or votes will occur at this meeting. The next regularly scheduled city council meeting is January 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

• Holiday dinner for City Council, Planning Commission, and City Staff
• Next regular City Council meeting set for January 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

This meeting was canceled. The next scheduled meeting is January 28, 2025.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss culinary water rates for January 2025 and a consolidated fee schedule. Members will also consider a proposal from Robinson Waste for recycling services and a three-year contract extension.

• Proposed recycling collection: $3.00 per home per month
• Robinson Waste contract extension through July 1, 2026
• Discussion of January 2025 Culinary Water Rates
• Approval of 2025 City Council and Planning Commission meeting schedules
• Review of Consolidated Fee Schedule including building, business, and impact fees

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 13 (Swimming Pools Ordinance). The meeting also includes review and approval of prior meeting minutes, staff reports, and other routine business. No other major action items are listed.

• Public hearing on Swimming Pools Ordinance (Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 13)
• Review and approval of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Commissioner and staff reports on city projects and events
• Notice of November 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss culinary water rates for January 2025 and a consolidated fee schedule. The body is also scheduled to vote on a bid for a well house pump rebuild.

• Vote to approve or deny bid for Well House Pump Rebuild
• Discussion of Culinary Water Rates for January 2025
• Review of consolidated fee schedule including building, business, and impact fees
• Discussion regarding landslide and Rock loft development
• Report from Davis County Sheriff's Office on quarterly patrol and investigation statistics

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 1, 2024, at City Hall. The council will vote on a proposed ordinance to permit backyard chickens in single-family residential zones (R-1-10 and R-1-12) and a related conditional use application. Discussion items include revisiting a May 6 landslide and the Rockloft development, as well as the election process and chicken regulations. The meeting also includes public comment and presentation from the animal care director.

• Vote on Ordinance Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 23: Chickens in Single‑Family Residential Zones R‑1‑10 and R‑1‑12
• Vote on a Residential Chicken Conditional Use Application
• Discussion on the May 6 landslide and Rockloft development
• Presentation from Animal Care Director Ashleigh Young
• Approval of minutes from September 3 and September 17, 2024 council meetings

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on three business items: proposed pool ordinances, a detailed ordinance regulating backyard chickens in single-family residential zones (including a $25 conditional use permit and lot-size restrictions), and areas designated for R-1-6 zone in the general plan. They will also review and approve minutes from August 27, 2024, hear public comments, and may enter a closed meeting as permitted by Utah law.

• Discussion of pool ordinances (5.1)
• Review of chicken ordinance 7A-03-040, including permit fees and lot size requirements
• Consideration of areas for R-1-6 zone in the general plan
• Approval of August 27, 2024, planning commission minutes
• Potential closed meeting under Utah Code Title 52, Chapter 4

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss a landslide affecting property above Terry Smith and the Rock Loft development, and will vote on appointing Shelley Bodily as a planning commissioner. The council will also hear reports from the Youth City Council and Farmington Fire Department, and review past discussion items including the recycle program, election process, and culinary water rates for January 2025.

• Discussion of landslide and Rock Loft development
• Appointment of Shelley Bodily as Planning Commissioner
• Public hearing on landslide above Terry Smith's property
• Review of culinary water rates for January 2025
• Approval of September 3, 2024, City Council minutes

The council unanimously approved the appointment of Shelley Bodily as a Planning Commissioner. The September 3, 2024 meeting minutes were tabled for revision. No other formal decisions were made; discussion items included ongoing landslide issues and public concerns.

• Appointed Shelley Bodily as Planning Commissioner (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of September 3, 2024 City Council minutes (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will discuss and vote on awarding a contract for the Orchard Drive storm drain project and updating the city's personnel policies to comply with state law. Other discussion items include swimming pool setbacks, 2025 culinary water rates, and the election process.

• Award bid for Orchard Drive storm drain project
• Approve updates to Personnel Policies (FMLA, Tier 2 Retirement, Tuition Aid, Confined Spaces)
• Discuss swimming pool setback from interior property line (3 to 5 feet)
• Begin discussion for January 2025 Culinary Water Rates
• Discuss election process

The Fruit Heights City Council unanimously approved updates to the city personnel policies and awarded the Orchard Drive storm drain project to Regency Excavation. The council also discussed pool setback changes, culinary water rates, and the election process, but took no formal action on these items. Public comments raised concerns about a proposed trail and mudslide damage from the Rock Loft development.

• Approved updates to Fruit Heights City Personnel Policies (unanimous)
• Awarded Orchard Drive storm drain project to Regency Excavation (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2024 City Council minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss updates to city ordinances and zoning. The body will review regulations regarding pools and chickens, as well as areas for the R-1-6 zone.

• Pool Ordinances
• Chicken Ordinances
• Areas for R-1-6 Zone
• Review of July 30, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss and vote on several administrative updates, including personnel policies and a storm water management plan. The body is also considering a subrecipient agreement with Davis County for federal CDBG funds.

• Approval of $126,000 from Davis County for ADA improvements (doors, ramps, and landings) at the City Building
• Approval of the 2024 Storm Water Management Plan (Permit # UTR090008)
• Approval of updates to City Personnel Policies regarding FMLA, Tier 2 Retirement, and Tuition Aid
• Approval of a Rocky Mountain Power easement at 1200 E Green Road (dollar amount not specified)
• Discussion of the city's Recycle Program

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing to receive public comment on the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The council is proposing to increase the tax rate from 0.001529 to 0.001789.

• Public hearing on the Certified Rate and Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Resolution 2024-010 to adopt the final fiscal year 2025 operational budget
• Proposed tax rate increase from 0.001529 to 0.001789
• Proposed 17.09% increase in property tax budgeted revenue above last year's revenue excluding eligible new growth

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will discuss a proposed pool ordinance presented by Tyler White and consider reviewing zoning areas for R-1-6 districts. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and a closed session allowed under Utah Code.

• Presentation by Tyler White on a pool ordinance
• Discussion of zoning spots for R-1-6 districts
• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed meeting under Utah Code Title 52, Chapter 4

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 16, 2024. The main business item is discussion of the 2024-2025 budget. The council will also receive a presentation from the Davis County Sheriff's Office with crime statistics for Q2 2024, and review minutes from June 18, 2024. There is no indication of a final vote on the budget at this meeting.

• Presentation of Davis County Sheriff's Q2 report with statistics on citations, incidents, and investigations
• Business item: discussion of the 2024-2025 city budget
• Calendar item: Truth in Taxation hearing scheduled for August 6, 2024
• Calendar item: First Responders Community Day on July 18, 2024
• Council may vote to enter closed session under Utah Code § 52-4-205

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The scheduled meeting for the Fruit Heights City Council on June 26, 2023, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2024.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider a rezoning ordinance for the East Mountain Townhomes project. The council will also hold public hearings regarding amendments to the 2023-2024 budget and the adoption of the 2024-2025 operating budget.

• Rezoning from R-S-12 to R-1-6 at 1357 E 650 N (East Mountain Townhomes)
• Hess Properties variance request for lower storm water and transportation fees
• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget amendments
• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget adoption
• Setting the Truth In Taxation date for August 6, 2024

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The agenda for the June 11, 2024 meeting contains no legislative or business items. The City Council and city staff will instead hold a social gathering. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2024.

• Social gathering for City Council members and city staff

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will consider a rezoning request for 1357 E 650 N to establish the East Mountain Townhomes. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the city recycling program and the municipal budget. Additionally, presentations are scheduled concerning a pool ordinance and utility fee appeals.

• Rezoning of 1357 E 650 N from R-S-12 to R-1-6 (East Mountain Townhomes)
• Discussion of the city recycling program
• City budget discussion
• Presentation regarding a pool ordinance

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone property at 1357 E 650 N from R-S-12 to R-1-6 for the East Mountain Townhomes project. The commission will also discuss a backyard chicken ordinance and consider survey questions, and review minutes from prior meetings. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes, and no action can be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Rezone from R-S-12 to R-1-6 at 1357 E 650 N (East Mountain Townhomes)
• Discussion on backyard chicken ordinance to get survey questions
• Review and approve minutes from March 26, April 30, and May 6, 2024
• Public comment by Tyler White regarding pool ordinance
• Closed meeting pursuant to Utah Code Title 52, Chapter 4

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on several business items, including a proposed police services contract with Farmington City, a CDBG subrecipient agreement for ADA improvements, and the purchase of a new parks mower. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, minutes approval, and reports.

• Proposal for Farmington City to provide police services to Fruit Heights, with a fee structure based on incident ratios and budget comparisons
• CDBG subrecipient agreement with Davis County for $126,000 to fund ADA improvements (doors, ramps, landings) at the City Building
• Purchase of a new parks mower
• Municipal Code 2024-003 Title 9A Public Utilities
• Youth City Council oath of office and Farmington Fire Report presentations

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM at City Hall, 910 South Mountain Road. The agenda includes public hearings on Municipal Code 2024-003 (Title 9A Public Utilities) and the tentative budget for FY 2024-2025, plus discussions on several code updates, including swimming pools, a new R-1-6 zone, state legislation requirements, public works standards, law enforcement contracts, and chickens. The meeting will also include public comment, reports, and possible closed session.

• Public Hearing on Municipal Code 2024-003 Title 9A Public Utilities
• Public Hearing on the Tentative Budget FY 2024-2025
• Municipal Code 2024-005 update to Title 10 Swimming Pools
• Municipal Code 2024-006 New Zone R-1-6
• Law Enforcement Contracts

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a work session of the Fruit Heights City Council, scheduled for May 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The agenda contains only procedural information, such as meeting logistics and accommodation notices, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on several municipal code updates, including a new R-1-6 residential zone, a swimming pool ordinance, and a chicken ordinance. The agenda also includes a conditional use permit and updates to public works standards. The meeting is open to public comment, and a closed session may follow.

• Conditional Use Permit review
• Update Municipal Code Title 10 Swimming Pool Ordinance
• New R-1-6 zone for small-lot, higher-density housing
• Update Public Works Standards (last updated 2018)
• Municipal Code Title 7A Chicken Ordinance

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a new Weber Basin Water Conservancy District well, updates to the swimming pool ordinance, public works standards, and a new R-6 zone. The commission will also review the chicken ordinance and prior meeting minutes. Staff recommends approval of the water well project.

• Conditional use permit for Weber Basin Water Conservancy District 600 gpm well at 1335 East Green Road, with two buildings and related improvements
• Public hearing on update to Municipal Code Title 10 Swimming Pool Ordinance
• Public hearing on update to Public Works Standards
• Public hearing on Municipal Code Title 10 New Zone R-6
• Review of Municipal Code Title 7A Chicken Ordinance

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM at City Hall. The agenda includes discussions on the tentative FY 2024-2025 budget, the R-6 zone, a chicken ordinance (Title 7A), and an update to Municipal Code Title 11A for new state legislation. The council will also consider an amendment to the Law Enforcement Services Agreement and review minutes from the April 9 meeting.

• Discussion on tentative FY 2024-2025 budget
• Discussion on R-6 zone
• Discussion on Municipal Code Title 7A Chicken Ordinance
• Municipal Code Title 11A update for new state legislation requirements
• Amendment to Law Enforcement Services Agreement

City Council Agendas & Minutes

Fruit Heights City is holding a cottage meeting on April 16, 2024, at 6 pm at City Hall. The sole purpose is a discussion with all residents to draft a chicken ordinance. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Public discussion to draft a chicken ordinance

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 9, 2024, to consider several business items, including a rezoning request for the East Mountain Townhomes project at 1351 East 650 North. The council will also hold public hearings on three ordinances related to government, rental policy, and stormwater, and will swear in a new city manager.

• Rezone from R-S-12 to R-3 at 1357 E 650 N (East Mountain Townhomes)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-002 (Title 2A Government)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-003 (Rental Policy)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-004 (Stormwater and Drainages)
• Swearing in Darren Frandsen as City Manager

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold public hearings on updating Title 10 rules for keeping chickens and/or rabbits in single-family residential zones, and on a rezone from R-S-12 to R-3 for the East Mountain Townhomes at 1351 East 650 North. The commission will also review a preliminary plat checklist and prior meeting minutes. The agenda includes standard items like public comments, presentations, and reports.

• Public hearing on updating Title 10 for chickens and/or rabbits in single-family residential zones
• Public hearing on rezone from R-S-12 to R-3 at 1351 E 650 N (East Mountain Townhomes)
• Review of preliminary plat checklist
• Review and approval of minutes from January 30 and February 5, 2024
• Closed meeting pursuant to Utah Code Title 52, Chapter 4

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 19, 2024, to consider several business items, including appointing Darren Frandsen as city manager, discussing a veterans memorial project, amending the law enforcement services agreement, and awarding a bid for the 1800 East Improvements Project. The council will also consider a resolution approving an interlocal agreement with Farmington City for that project. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes, and no action can be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

• Appoint Darren Frandsen as Fruit Heights City Manager
• Discuss Fruit Heights City Veterans Memorial project (proposed $3,300 central rock, $2,800 per name rock, $100 per engraved name)
• Amend Law Enforcement Services Agreement
• Award bid for 1800 East Improvements Project
• Resolution 2024-007: Interlocal Agreement with Farmington for 1800 East Improvements Project

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 27, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for March 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM. No other business items are listed on this agenda.

• February 27, 2024 meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024 at 7:00 PM

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council meeting scheduled for March 5, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on March 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Room. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• March 5, 2024 meeting canceled
• Next regular meeting: March 19, 2024, 7:00 PM

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 20, 2024, at City Hall. The agenda includes a bid award for fiber equipment for the city building, a municipal code update (Title 11A) to comply with new state legislation, and required stormwater training. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes, appointments, and reports.

• Award bid for fiber equipment for city building (proposal from Intuitive IT Solutions, includes $ for equipment and installation)
• Municipal Code Title 11A update for new state legislation requirements
• Stormwater training required by the state (presented by Ted Parry and Zac Bruk)
• Appointments to boards, committees, and commissions
• Public comment period (3-minute limit)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council is meeting to review its strategic plan and define specific objectives for the year 2024. The discussion covers various areas including communication, fiscal responsibility, infrastructure, community engagement, planning, and safety.

• Apply for $1M in grants with an expected minimum of $500K per year
• Apply for a 3rd quarter cent grant for the 1800 E road project
• Trim or reallocate 7% from previous budgets
• Finalize mountain bike trails and the 1800 E road plan
• Review fire and police contracts

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a budget amendment for the 1800 waterline project, consider an ordinance updating subdivision regulations to meet new state requirements, and vote on a resolution to apply for a $250,000 CDBG grant for ADA improvements to the city building. They will also award a bid for fiber equipment for the city building. The agenda includes routine items like consent calendar, minutes, and reports.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-005 amending the 2023-2024 budget for the 1800 waterline project
• Ordinance 2024-002 updating Municipal Code Title 11A for new state legislation requirements
• Resolution 2024-006 to apply for a $250,000 CDBG grant for ADA improvements to the city building entrance
• Award bid for fiber equipment for the city building; proposals include $11,872.94 from Intuitive IT Solutions and $16,645.00 from Americom Technology
• Appointments to boards, committees, and commissions

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will discuss and potentially approve an update to Municipal Code Title 11A, the Subdivision Ordinance, and make a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with routine opening ceremonies and roll call. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed on YouTube.

• Discussion and possible approval of Title 11A Subdivision Regulations update
• Recommendation to City Council on the subdivision ordinance update
• Meeting streamed live on the city's YouTube channel
• Public comment opportunity (implied by public meeting format)

Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes

The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider updates to Municipal Code Title 11A, the Subdivision Ordinance, to comply with new state legislation. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the October 24, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a swearing-in ceremony for Heidi Murdock and public comments.

• Public hearing on Municipal Code Title 11A Subdivision update for new state legislation requirements
• Review and approve Planning Commission minutes from October 24, 2023
• Swearing-in ceremony for Heidi Murdock

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and set goals for 2024, review the strategic plan, and assign council member oversight areas. The agenda includes appointments to the Planning Commission, a review of strengths and expectations, and a year-in-review discussion. No formal votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.

• Appoint Planning Commission Chair and District #3 member
• Review 2023 year in review and set 2024 goals
• Discuss expectations between Mayor, Council, and City Manager candidate
• Assign oversight areas: communications, community, planning, safety, fiscal responsibility
• Discuss capital project five-year plan and equipment purchases

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with four public hearings: updates to the culinary water impact fee facilities plan, culinary water rates, Municipal Code Title 8A (covering streets, parks, and right-of-way permits), and the consolidated fee schedule. The council will also consider the December 2023 check register, approve minutes from January 2, 2024, and appoint a Planning Commission member for District #3.

• Public hearing: Update to Culinary Water Impact Fee Facilities Plan
• Public hearing: Update to Culinary Water Rates
• Public hearing: Municipal Code Title 8A (streets, parks, right-of-way permits)
• Public hearing: Update to Consolidated Fee Schedule
• Appointment: Planning Commission Member for District #3

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Fruit Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider a resolution appointing a member to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District administrative control board, and to approve the 2024 meeting schedule for the council and planning commission. The agenda also includes routine consent items (November 2023 check register and financials), approval of prior meeting minutes, and reports from council, mayor, and staff. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting, but staff notes upcoming hearings on January 16, 2024, for a subdivision, impact study, and fee schedule update.

• Resolution 2024-001: appointing a member to the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District administrative control board
• Approve/deny 2024 City Council and Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Consent calendar: November 2023 check register and financials
• Minutes for December 6 and December 13, 2023 meetings
• Staff report: Title 10A Subdivision, impact study, and fee schedule update public hearings on Jan 16, 2024