Payson public meetings in 2025
65 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda with a 4‑0 vote (one member absent). It then approved Resolution 12‑17‑2025‑A appointing Kevin Crook, Lindsay Fillerup, Art Troyer and Matthew Earlywine to the Forebay Committee, also by a 4‑0 vote (one absent). The proposed zoning ordinance for the Hiatt Creek Master Plan area was tabled.
- Approved consent agenda (4-0, Brian Hulet absent)
- Approved Resolution 12-17-2025-A appointing four new Forebay Committee members (4-0, Brian Hulet absent)
- Tabled Hiatt Creek Master Plan zone change ordinance
Planning Commission
The commission approved its consent agenda and opened and closed public hearings for the Hiatt Creek and Nebo Peaks zone change requests. Staff recommended the RMF-10 multi‑family residential zone for the Hiatt Creek parcels, and the commission voted to recommend its approval (6‑0). The commission also recommended the R‑1‑10 net‑buildable acreage amendment (6‑0) and later voted to recommend approval of the RMF‑10, R‑1‑10, and a parcel change to R‑1‑9 for the Nebo Peaks area (5‑1). A recommendation to annex Clearwing land with I‑1 industrial zoning was presented, but the vote outcome was not recorded.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Opened Hiatt Creek public hearing (6-0)
- Closed Hiatt Creek public hearing (6-0)
- Recommended approval of RMF-10 zone for Hiatt Creek parcels (6-0)
- Recommended R-1-10 net buildable acreage amendment (6-0)
- Opened Nebo Peaks public hearing (6-0)
- Closed Nebo Peaks public hearing (6-0)
- Recommended approval of RMF-10, R-1-10 and R-1-9 zoning for Nebo Peaks (5-1)
Economic Development Board
The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss the Innovation Center and the selection of new board members. The agenda includes reports from the City Council and various committees.
- Discussion of new board members
- Innovation Center
- Committee reports, assignments, and goals
- Retreat planning
The board approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes, with six members voting yes. It also resolved that the upcoming retreat will be planned only after the new board members are appointed. No other actions were formally adopted.
- Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (yes votes: William R. Wright, Jim Rowland, Kris Phillips, Mark Kershaw, Robert Mills, Jill Spencer)
- Decided retreat will be planned after new board members are appointed
City Council
The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including the November 18 minutes and two resolutions. A motion to adjust the agenda so the Strawberry Highline Canal piping project could proceed was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided during the meeting.
- Approved consent agenda (November 18 minutes, 2026 meeting dates, fee schedule correction) – unanimous
- Approved agenda adjustment to allow Strawberry Highline Canal piping project – unanimous
- Approved RDA 2026 Annual Meeting Dates and Times – unanimous
- Adjourned to Redevelopment Agency – unanimous
- Adjourned from Redevelopment Agency – unanimous
- Adjourned the council meeting – unanimous
City Council
The Payson City Council held a special meeting with two work sessions on November 18, 2025. A consent agenda was presented covering the prior meeting minutes, monthly financial information, a police evidence allocation resolution, and a Utah County interlocal cooperation agreement for the Payson Canyon Trail. Additional action items included fee‑schedule amendments, a canvass resolution for the November 4 municipal election, a forebay conservation easement resolution, and an overnight parking ordinance amendment. The minutes do not record the outcomes or vote totals for any of these items.
- Consent agenda – Approval of November 5, 2025, City Council minutes (outcome not recorded)
- Consent agenda – Confirmation of monthly financial information (outcome not recorded)
- Consent agenda – Resolution on Police Department evidence allocation (outcome not recorded)
- Consent agenda – Resolution on Utah County interlocal cooperation agreement for Payson Canyon Trail (outcome not recorded)
- Action item – Public hearing/resolution to amend the city fee schedule, including power rates (outcome not recorded)
- Action item – Resolution to canvass the November 4, 2025, municipal general election (outcome not recorded)
- Action item – Resolution on forebay conservation easement (outcome not recorded)
- Action item – Ordinance to amend overnight parking and residential parking permits (outcome not recorded)
City Council
The council first moved to a closed session to discuss real‑property matters and later reconvened the regular meeting. It approved the consent agenda, including the October 15 minutes and a Just Serve City proclamation. The council unanimously approved the Water Use and Preservation Element amendment to the General Plan and voted to deny the resolution for the potential purchase of 268 S American Way.
- Adjourned regular meeting to a closed session on real‑property matters (5-0)
- Reopened regular meeting after closed session (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items: October 15 minutes and Just Serve City proclamation (5-0)
- Approved Water Use and Preservation Element amendment to the General Plan (5-0)
- Denied resolution for potential real‑estate purchase at 268 S American Way (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. to review and recommend approval of an amendment to the city’s General Plan. The amendment adds a Water Conservation section to comply with State Bill 110, which requires such a section in municipal General Plans. The hearing will be at the Payson City Center, 439 W Utah Avenue, and via Zoom.
- General Plan amendment to add a Water Conservation section per State Bill 110
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on October 22, 2025. The agenda includes viewing meeting materials and documents.
- Review of meeting materials and documents
- Viewing of agenda and packet PDFs
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda and opened then closed a public hearing on budget amendments. It then adopted the ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget. The council also approved the appointment of Amalie Ottley as the new city recorder and appointed three members to the PARC Tax Committee.
- Approved consent agenda (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Opened public hearing on FY 2025‑2026 budget amendments (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Closed public hearing on FY 2025‑2026 budget amendments (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved ordinance amending FY 2025‑2026 budget (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved appointment of new city recorder Amalie Ottley (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved PARC Tax Committee appointments of Kenton Phillips, Kimberley Beneett, and Robert Root (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
Economic Development Board
The Payson Economic Development Board will review updates on the Innovation Center and Inland Port, hear reports from committees and the city, and plan upcoming events such as a golf fundraiser and a board retreat.
- Innovation Center discussion
- Inland Port discussion
- Golf Event planning
- Committee reports, assignments and goals
- Retreat planning
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission meeting on October 8, 2025 provides a packet, agenda, and minutes PDFs. No specific agenda items such as rezoning, contracts, or hearings are listed in the agenda text.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Tyler Horan for White Horse Land LLC to amend the South Meadows Area Specific Plan by adding density to the western portion of the plan. The commission will also consider the consent agenda, including approval of the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting includes a public forum and standard commission and staff reports.
- Approval of minutes for the September 24, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
- Public hearing – General Plan Amendment – South Meadows Area Specific Plan (density addition)
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda, which included the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the Elm Hollow Subdivision Right of Access Agreement, after correcting a name spelling. The council also appointed Rebecca Billings to fill a vacancy on the Library Board. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda (Sept 17 minutes & Elm Hollow agreement) (5-0)
- Approved Library Board appointment of Rebecca Billings (5-0)
Planning Commission
The commission will approve the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting, hold a public forum, and discuss possible amendments to several sections of the city's zoning ordinance (Title 13). No decisions on rezoning or contracts are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes for the August 27, 2025 meeting
- Public forum for community input
- Discussion of possible amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning
The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. No public comments were received. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions or decisions were taken.
- Approved consent agenda and August 27 minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda, which included the September 3 minutes, a fire‑prevention proclamation, and monthly financial information. The motion passed with unanimous support. The council then voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:42 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda (4-0: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss, Rowley)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss, Rowley)
Economic Development Board
The Payson Economic Development Board will convene to review committee reports, discuss the Innovation Center, and consider a golf event. The meeting agenda lists items regarding the Inland Port and a board retreat.
- Review committee reports, assignments, and goals
- Discuss Innovation Center
- Consider golf event
- Review Inland Port
- Plan board retreat
The Economic Development Board met on September 10, 2025, but a quorum was not present. No votes or formal actions were recorded for any agenda items. The meeting consisted of a call to order, review of prior minutes, and discussion topics such as a golf event, innovation center, and inland port, but no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business was listed.
Economic Development Board
The Payson City Economic Development Board has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for April 9, 2025. The meeting was set to take place at the Payson City Center DRC Room.
- Meeting cancelled
- Scheduled for April 9, 2025
- Location: Payson City Center, DRC Room, 439 West Utah Avenue
City Council
The council voted to approve the resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a water conversion contract with the Bureau of Reclamation. They also approved the Utah Department of Transportation Nebo Beltway Corridor Preservation Agreement. Both resolutions passed with unanimous votes from the four voting members. The consent agenda was also approved by roll‑call vote.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Approved resolution for water conversion contract with Bureau of Reclamation (Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Brian Hulet, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved resolution for UDOT Nebo Beltway Corridor Preservation Agreement (Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Brian Hulet, Yes - Anne Moss, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission will meet to discuss potential amendments to the Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning. The meeting will be held at the Payson City Center and streamed online.
- Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025
- Work session on Zoning Ordinance Review
- Discussion of amendments to Payson City Code Title 13
The commission approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting with a unanimous yes vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting with a unanimous yes vote. No substantive policy or zoning decisions were made.
- Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
City Council
The council voted to approve the resolution certifying the August 12, 2025 primary election results. It also approved a resolution confirming an agreement with Payson Hospitality Group to pay water and irrigation impact fees upfront, reducing the total to $154,517.06 over three years. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved resolution canvassing August 12 primary election (5-0)
- Approved resolution agreement with Payson Hospitality Group (5-0)
City Council
The council voted to approve a Neighborhood Commercial Overlay ordinance for the historic building at 590 South Main Street, allowing office use. They also approved an amendment to the city code extending reimbursement periods for public improvements from 10 to 20 years. Both measures passed unanimously among the three voting members.
- Approved consent agenda (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved Neighborhood Commercial Overlay ordinance for 590 S Main St (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
- Approved amendment to Title 10.16.210, Reimbursement for Public Improvements (Yes - Brett Christensen, Yes - Taresa Hiatt, Yes - Ryan Rowley)
Library Board
The Library Board will receive updates on a feasibility study and the library parking lot. Members will also discuss plans for the Festival of Wreaths and the need for a new board member.
- Parking lot update
- Feasibility study update
- Festival of Wreaths fundraising planning
- Used Book Sale staffing needs
- Library Board member vacancy
The Library Board unanimously accepted the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion to return Board meetings to the first Thursday of each month was made and seconded, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.
- Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Motion to move Library Board meetings to the first Thursday of the month – made and seconded; outcome not recorded
- Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission posted meeting materials (minutes, packet, and agenda) for the 2025-08-13 meeting but listed no substantive items for decision or discussion. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
Economic Development Board
The regularly scheduled meeting for the Economic Development Board on August 13, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Payson City Council unanimously approved three items: amendments to the Performance Guarantee ordinance (Title 12.50.020), amendments to the City Development Guidelines, and a resolution requesting the Utah Inland Port Authority to create a port in Payson. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Hulet excused. The meeting was a special session with no public comments.
- Approved consent agenda including July 16, 2025 minutes and Villages at Arrowhead Park waterline easement resolution (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amendments to Title 12.50.020 Performance Guarantee (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amendments to City Development Guidelines (4-0)
- Approved resolution requesting Utah Inland Port Authority designation for Payson (4-0)
City Council
The council opened and later closed a public hearing on the proposed certified tax rate. It then approved the truth in taxation and certified tax rate ordinance, which raises the rate to fund half of the $10 million fire station. The vote to approve the ordinance was unanimous among the five voting members.
- Opened public hearing on truth in taxation and certified tax rate (4-0)
- Closed public hearing (5-0)
- Approved truth in taxation and certified tax rate ordinance (5-0)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda contains only links to meeting materials and does not list specific discussion or decision items. No substantive business is detailed in the text.
City Council
The council voted to adopt the City‑Wide Active Transportation Plan ordinance and add it to the General Plan. It also approved the Utah County Interlocal Agreement that secures $3 million for the last two blocks on Main Street, with construction slated for next spring. Both measures passed unanimously among the voting members.
- Approved consent agenda (minutes, development agreement, finances) – unanimous roll call
- Approved City‑Wide Active Transportation Plan ordinance, to be included in the General Plan – Yes: Brett Christensen, Taresa Hiatt, Anne Moss, Ryan Rowley
- Approved Utah County Interlocal Agreement securing $3 million for Main Street improvements – Yes: Brett Christensen, Taresa Hiatt, Anne Moss, Ryan Rowley
- Adjourned meeting – Yes: Brett Christensen, Taresa Hiatt, Anne Moss, Ryan Rowley
Economic Development Board
The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss several city projects and organizational goals. The agenda includes updates on the Inland Port, the Innovation Center, and a sports complex.
- Inland Port update from Scott Wolford
- Sports Complex discussion
- Innovation Center discussion
- Budget review
- Vision Statement discussion
The Economic Development Board approved the minutes from its June 11, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Mark Kershaw, seconded by Dave Tuckett, and carried with votes from Brian Hulet, Kris Phillips, Jim Rowland, Robert Mills, Dave Tuckett, and Mark Kershaw. No other agenda items were acted upon.
- Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda contains only links to meeting materials and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The document is procedural boilerplate.
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda, including the June 18, 2025 City Council meeting minutes. Council members reached consensus to give a 3% merit raise and a 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment for city employees. A forebay bike park concept plan was presented, but no approval was recorded. No other formal votes were noted.
- Approved June 18, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Adopted 3% merit raise and 2.5% COLA for city employees (consensus)
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss potential changes to the city's zoning code. The meeting includes a public forum and a review of previous meeting minutes.
- Discussion of possible amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning
The Planning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. The commission then voted to adjourn the session. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved consent agenda (June 11 minutes) – 6‑0
- Adjourned meeting – 5‑0
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It opened, heard, and closed a public hearing on FY 2024‑2025 budget amendments, then approved those amendments by a 5‑0 vote. Finally, the council adopted a resolution raising the top tax rate limit from .001098 to .001299 to generate funds for a proposed fire station, with recorded yes votes from Brett Christensen and Taresa Hiatt and the motion carried.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Opened public hearing on FY 2024‑2025 budget amendments (5-0)
- Closed public hearing on FY 2024‑2025 budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget amendments (5-0)
- Adopted proposed tax rate resolution (yes votes recorded: Brett Christensen, Taresa Hiatt; motion carried)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda contains only procedural document links. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.
Economic Development Board
The Economic Development Board will meet to review reports on the Inland Port and the Innovation Center. The agenda includes a guest presentation from Roamin Home Tents and a report from the International Council of Shopping Centers.
- Guest presentation by Roamin Home Tents
- International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Report
- Innovation Center discussion
- Inland Port discussion
- Review of Vision Statement
The Economic Development Board approved the March 12 and May 14, 2025 minutes with a unanimous yes vote. The board also approved an 11‑year, renewable lease for the Innovation Center and created a staff position to run it. CC Bank’s $10,000 donation for an employee was noted. No other formal votes were recorded.
- Approved March 12 and May 14, 2025 minutes (yes votes: Hulet, Abplanalp, Charles, Jones, Phillips, Rowland)
- Approved 11‑year renewable lease for Innovation Center in MTECH building
- Approved creation of a position through the Redevelopment Agency to manage the Innovation Center
- Noted CC Bank donation of $10,000 for an Innovation Center employee
City Council
The council approved an amendment to the city fee schedule that raises most utility rates, adopted the Utah Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) program, and approved a lease with Mountainland Technical College for an Innovation Center. Procedural motions to open and close the public hearing, approve the consent agenda, and adjourn to and from the Redevelopment Agency also passed.
- Approved amendment to Payson City Fee Schedule (utility rates) – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Adopted Utah Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) Program – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Approved lease agreement with Mountainland Technical College – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Approved consent agenda (including May 21 minutes) – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Opened public hearing – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Closed public hearing – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Adjourned to Redevelopment Agency – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
- Adjourned from Redevelopment Agency – Yes: Hiatt, Hulet, Moss
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review legislative updates for 2025. Commissioners will also provide discussion and feedback regarding the Nebo Beltway Charrette.
- Discussion and feedback on the Nebo Beltway Charrette
- 2025 Legislative Updates
The commission approved the consent agenda, which included the May 14 minutes, by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.
- Approved consent agenda and May 14 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
City Council
The council voted to approve the consent agenda, which covered the April 30, 2025 work session, the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes, the State Auditor Fraud Questionnaire, and confirmation of monthly financial information. Councilmember Rowley moved to approve, Hiatt seconded, and a roll‑call vote recorded yes votes from Brett Christensen, Taresa Hiatt, Anne Moss, and Ryan Rowley. The motion carried.
- Approved April 30, 2025 work session (consent agenda)
- Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Approved State Auditor Fraud Questionnaire (consent agenda)
- Approved confirmation of monthly financial information (consent agenda)
- Motion to approve consent agenda carried (yes votes: Christensen, Hiatt, Moss, Rowley)
Library Board
The Library Board will discuss updates regarding a feasibility study and city council policy changes. The meeting includes a review of the internet policy for approval and planning for the Festival of Wreaths fundraiser.
- Internet Policy Approval
- Feasibility study update
- Parking lot update
- Festival of Wreaths fundraiser planning
- Summer Programs
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a joint work session with the City Council to discuss the Nebo Beltway Area Plan Charrette. They will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and hold a public forum. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of April 23, 2025 meeting minutes
- Joint work session with City Council on Nebo Beltway Area Plan Charrette
- Public forum for resident input
The commission approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting, with all six voting members in favor. A motion to adjourn the May 14 meeting was also carried, with five members voting yes. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved consent agenda and April 23, 2025 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Economic Development Board
The Payson Economic Development Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, committee reports, and updates on various initiatives such as the Innovation Center, ICSC, and strategic planning. No specific proposals or financial actions are listed for decision.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Committee reports and assignments
- Update on EDCP/GOEO programs
- Discussion of Innovation Center and ICSC
- Review of strategic plan and vision statement
The board approved a budget to hire a manager for the Innovation Center at MTECH. New businesses will receive swag bags, and the city scheduled a golf tournament for Oct. 2. The hotel site plan received final approval and a building permit will be issued soon.
- Approved budget to hire a manager for the Innovation Center (no vote recorded)
- Swag bags will be provided to new businesses
- Golf tournament scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 2
- Final approval given for the hotel site plan; building permit to follow
- CC Bank donation of $10,000 to the Innovation Center reported
City Council
The council voted to approve the consent agenda, which included approval of the April 2 and April 15 City Council meeting minutes, several resolutions and proclamations. The motion passed with five councilmembers voting Yes. The council also confirmed the Youth City Council officer elections, naming Sarah Ogren as Youth Mayor, Ezekiel Andrew as Assistant Mayor, and Gabriel Andrew as Youth Manager.
- Approved consent agenda (including minutes, resolutions, proclamations) – vote 5-0
- Youth City Council elected Sarah Ogren as Youth Mayor (unanimous)
- Youth City Council elected Ezekiel Andrew as Assistant Mayor (unanimous)
- Youth City Council elected Gabriel Andrew as Youth Manager (unanimous)
City Council
The Payson City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential WIFIA funding projects, plans for a new fire station, and the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. No formal decisions or votes are expected; this is a preliminary discussion session.
- Discussion regarding potential WIFIA Funding Projects
- Discussion regarding new Fire Station
- Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
The council reached consensus to proceed with all proposed WIFIA water‑infrastructure projects. It also agreed to move forward with the new Fire Station 2, using $4 million from the fund balance and raising property taxes for the remaining $6 million. The council approved a study of a transportation utility fee (TUF). The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.
- Proceed with all listed WIFIA water‑infrastructure projects (consensus)
- Move forward with new Fire Station 2 (~$10 M), $4 M from fund balance and property‑tax increase for $6 M (consensus)
- Proceed with study of a transportation utility fee (TUF) (consensus)
- Adjourned meeting (5‑0 vote)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda contains only procedural document links and no specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics. It is a boilerplate listing of meeting materials.
City Council
The Payson City Council will hold a special meeting and work session. During the action portion, they will vote on a resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with Utah County regarding the 2025 municipal election. The work session will include a discussion on freeway interchange betterments.
- Resolution approving interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2025 municipal election
- Work session discussion on freeway interchange betterments
The council approved a resolution establishing an interlocal agreement with Utah County for the 2025 municipal election. The motion passed with votes from Brian Hulet, Anne Moss, and Ryan Rowley. The council also voted to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved interlocal agreement with Utah County for 2025 municipal election (3-0)
- Adjourned meeting (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission meeting agenda for April 9, 2025, lists only three PDF attachments (minutes, packet, agenda) and no specific items for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda with no substantive business scheduled.
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson General Plan. This is the only item on the agenda for this meeting.
- Public hearing on amendments to the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson General Plan
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda and several appointments, including a new planning commissioner, two board of adjustment members, and a city attorney. They voted to vacate a 10‑foot public utility easement on West 170 North. A resolution to adopt Ranked Choice Voting failed 2‑3, while a motion to deny early voting and fast‑cast voting passed unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda (4‑0)
- Approved vacation of west side 10‑foot public utility easement (4‑0)
- Approved appointment of Robert Gedeborg to Planning Commission (4‑0)
- Approved appointments of Cary Stockwell and Scott Everett to Board of Adjustment (4‑0)
- Approved appointment of Brandon Dalley as City Attorney (4‑0)
- Resolution to adopt Ranked Choice Voting failed (2‑3)
- Resolution to deny early voting and fast‑cast voting passed (4‑0)
Planning Commission
The agenda for the Payson City Planning Commission meeting on March 26, 2025, contains only references to PDF documents of minutes, packet, and agenda. No specific proposals, ordinances, or public hearings are listed. This appears to be a procedural or administrative meeting without actionable items.
- Agenda consists only of links to minutes, packet, and agenda PDFs.
City Council
The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, grant report, and several resolutions, and approved a proclamation recognizing the Payson High School basketball team. A work session on Library Board policies was tabled. No other action items were addressed.
- Approved consent agenda including March 5 minutes, grant report, and three resolutions (unanimous)
- Approved proclamation recognizing Payson High School basketball team (unanimous)
- Tabled Library Board policies work session (unanimous)
Library Board
The Payson City Library Board will discuss a feasibility study review and consider policy approvals. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes. No immediate votes on budgets or construction are on the agenda.
- Feasibility study review – Dona
- Policies review and approval
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
- Public comment period
The Payson City Library Board approved the Collection Development Policy and the Internet Access & Use Policy, both unanimously. The board also reviewed a feasibility study, with $20,000 from the city covering most costs and $9,500 remaining; options include using Dona's budget, the Parks budget, donations, or asking the city council. Dona will propose funding coverage at next week's city council meeting. The book drop is expected to arrive in the coming days.
- Approved Collection Development Policy (unanimous)
- Approved Internet Access & Use Policy (unanimous)
- Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed feasibility study funding options; Dona to propose coverage at city council
Planning Commission
The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss possible amendments to several sections of the Payson City Zoning Ordinance (Title 13). No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion item only. The meeting also includes public forum and staff reports.
- Work session: discussion of possible amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning
The Payson City Planning Commission held a work session to discuss possible amendments to multiple sections of Title 13 Zoning, covering zones from A-5 Agriculture to R-2-75 Residential. No formal decisions or votes were made on these amendments; the meeting was procedural, with only a motion to adjourn passed unanimously.
- Discussed possible amendments to Title 13 Zoning sections (no action taken)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:42 p.m. (4-0)
Economic Development Board
The Payson Economic Development Board is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive committee reports, and hear updates from Development Services and the City. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of alpha maps
- Update on state real-estate website
- Committee reports and assignments
The Payson City Economic Development Board approved changes to its membership structure, expanding to an 11-member board appointed by the city council with 3-year terms. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and received updates on various committees and development projects.
- Approved November 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved new 11-member board structure with city council appointments and 3-year terms (unanimous)
City Council
The Payson City Council approved a development proposal to change the zoning of a property at 594 South 2400 West from A-5-H to A-5, allowing a field house. The approval includes conditions such as deferring utilities (except power) until they are within 300 feet, securing corridor preservation, ensuring exterior design fits the area, adequate parking, and public notice for the Planning Commission meeting. The vote was 3-2, with Councilmembers Hiatt and Moss dissenting.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and interlocal agreements (5-0)
- Approved fee schedule amendments including land disturbance fee increase (5-0)
- Approved Nebo Belt Loop Corridor Study Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Quail Mountain Pioneering Agreement for utilities (5-0)
- Approved A-5-H to A-5 zone change for field house with conditions (3-2)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss real property (5-0)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda consists of procedural documents and meeting materials. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.
City Council
The council unanimously approved the Staheli Payson Addition annexation, adding 26.6 acres near Goosenest Drive, and the annexation agreement, excluding the conceptual road layout. It also approved the Clearwing Payson Annexation petition for further review, the Arrowhead Ranch Master Development Agreement for 160 acres and 570 units, amendments to the Economic Development Board (reducing members to 11), and FY 2024-2025 budget amendments. All votes were 4-0.
- Approved Staheli Payson Addition annexation and agreement (4-0)
- Approved Clearwing Payson Annexation petition for further review (4-0)
- Approved Arrowhead Ranch Master Development Agreement (4-0)
- Approved amendments to Title 2.19 Economic Development Board (4-0)
- Approved amendments to FY 2024-2025 Budget (4-0)
Library Board
The Payson City Library Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the Friends of the Library, City Council, and Library Director, and discuss several items including a new board member appointment, a review and edit of the collection development policy, and planning for a potential Festival of Wreaths fundraiser.
- New Board Member – Lyn Oryall
- Collection Development Policy Review and Edit
- Festival of Wreaths – planning for a possible fundraiser through the Friends
- Parking lot update from City Council Member
- Programs update from Library Director
The Payson City Library Board approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed adding an old church to the feasibility study for a possible new library location, following a city council recommendation. The board also reviewed and planned updates to the collection development policy, including adding a patron pamphlet and covering all genres and Library of Things items. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.
- Approved previous meeting's minutes (unanimous)
- Added old church to feasibility study for new library location (discussed)
- Reviewed collection development policy for updates (discussed)
- Planned to create a patron pamphlet on library policies (discussed)
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled February 12, 2025, meeting of the Payson City Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
City Council
The council approved the first FY2024-25 budget amendments, including funding for the library parking lot and tabling the Main Street street portion from 300 South to 500 South to seek additional funding. They also approved a Utah County interlocal agreement for the High Line Canal Project Trail Head and amended city code to align with state publication requirements. All votes were unanimous (4-0).
- Approved FY2024-25 budget amendments with funds for library parking lot, tabling Main Street 300-500 South funding (4-0)
- Approved Utah County Interlocal Agreement for High Line Canal Project Trail Head (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amendments to Titles 1.08.040 and 2.24.010 for publication requirements (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, resolutions on UDOT landscaping, fee schedule, and Woodland Hills wastewater agreement (4-0)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss real property purchase (4-0)
City Council
The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work session to review the Payson Downtown Gateway Plan, including the HD-O Overlay and Active Transportation Plan. No formal decisions were made on the plans; the session was for feedback and discussion. The only formal action was appointing Taresa Hiatt as Mayor Pro Tem.
- Appointed Taresa Hiatt as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
Planning Commission
The provided agenda text for the Payson City Planning Commission meeting on January 22, 2025, consists solely of file names for a packet, minutes, and agenda PDFs. No specific proposals, discussions, or decisions are included in the text, making it purely procedural with no substantive items to report.
- No agenda items were provided in the text; only document filenames are listed.
City Council
The Payson City Council approved an ordinance amending Title 11.04.030(F) to prohibit parking on city streets during snowstorms, effective when snow begins to accumulate and for up to 48 hours after, with the mayor able to extend the period. The council also approved consent agenda items, including a police evidence allocation resolution and SUVMWA board appointments, and library board appointments. A work session discussed road and sidewalk conditions, with recommendations for increased funding but no formal action taken.
- Approved consent agenda including Dec 18, 2024 minutes, Cowboy Poetry proclamation, police evidence allocation resolution, and SUVMWA board appointments (5-0)
- Approved library board appointments, reappointing Jennifer Hinton and appointing Lyn Oryall (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amending Title 11.04.030(F) on snow removal, banning street parking during snowstorms and allowing towing (5-0)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss individual's character/competence (5-0)
Economic Development Board
The Economic Development Board of Payson will discuss routine items including approval of prior minutes, an ordinance update, and 2025 goals. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented.
- Ordinance update
- PPC packaging tour discussion
- MTECH update
- West Mountain item
- 2025 goals review
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for January 8, 2025, has been cancelled.