Provo public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Planning Commission will consider a request from Thomas Taylor to establish group quarters residential use in a Professional Office Zone. The proposal involves repurposing a former assisted living facility into 18-bed affordable housing for men. Staff recommends approval of the permit.

• Conditional Use Permit request for group quarters at 256 E Center Street
• Proposal to convert a former assisted living facility from 34 beds to 18 beds
• Provision of 18 parking spaces and 10 covered bicycle spaces
• Proposed facility features 3 bathrooms with 5 toilets and showers

The Administrative Hearing Officer approved the applicant’s request for a Conditional Use Permit to operate group quarters in the Professional Office zone at 256 E Center Street. The approval includes conditions that rental contracts be at least 60 days and each bedroom be limited to one tenant. The project will provide 18 units and 18 parking stalls, meeting the required one‑space‑per‑unit standard. The decision follows staff recommendation and the Coordinator Review Committee’s approval, with no neighborhood meeting required.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for group quarters at 256 E Center St
• Approved occupancy of 18 total units (group quarters)
• Approved provision of 18 parking stalls (one per unit)
• Approved conditions: rental contracts ≥60 days; one tenant per bedroom

Landmarks Commission

The Provo Landmarks Commission will consider Brian Dabb's request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish the existing garage and build a new garage on the historic lot at 905 E Center Street in the Foothills Neighborhood. The property is listed on the Provo Landmarks Register and the request follows a prior approval that conditioned demolition on a new certificate. Staff recommends approving the certificate; the commission may approve, deny, or defer the request.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for demolition and reconstruction of a garage at 905 E Center St.
• Property listed on the Provo Landmarks Register (R1.6 zone).
• Staff recommendation to approve the new garage certificate.
• Alternative actions: defer to a future meeting or deny the request.

The commission approved Brian Dabb's request for a Landmark Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish and rebuild a garage at 905 E Center Street. The vote was unanimous, 7‑0. Approval was granted with conditions requiring revised plans that specify window style, uniform cladding, and a single roof type. No other items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new garage at 905 E Center St (7-0) with design conditions

City Council Meetings

The council will hold a public hearing on issuing up to $20,000,000 of transportation sales tax revenue bonds to finance construction of the airport terminal expansion. It will then consider resolutions authorizing the bond issuance and appropriating $20,000,000 from the Airport Fund for the expansion. Additional agenda items include a development agreement for 3200 W Bulldog Lane, a $500,000 transfer from the Disaster Recovery Fund to the Stormwater Service District, and a $500,000 stormwater fund appropriation for flood mitigation. The meeting also includes routine resolutions on board appointments, a conservation easement, and several code amendments.

• Public hearing on issuance of up to $20,000,000 transportation sales tax revenue bonds for airport terminal expansion (item 10)
• Resolution authorizing issuance of those bonds and approving related indenture documents (item 11)
• Resolution appropriating $20,000,000 in the Airport Fund for the terminal expansion (item 12)
• Resolution approving a development agreement for 3200 W Bulldog Lane between the Redevelopment Agency and Nilson Homes (item 17)
• Resolution approving transfer of up to $500,000 from the Disaster Recovery Fund to the Stormwater Service District (item 15)

The Provo City Council approved several measures, all passing with a 7‑0 vote. Appointments were made to the Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee and the Energy Board. A conservation easement was authorized for three city‑owned parcels in Provo Canyon. The Neighborhood District map was updated and districts were given descriptive names. The Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) tax code was amended, the authority to settle certain claims was expanded, the 2026 Wildland‑Urban Interface code was adopted, and pension‑eligible employees were allowed to receive matching 401(k) contributions.

• Approved board and commission appointments (Ryan Koller, James Brookhart, Fred Bandley, Carol‑Lyn Jardine) – 7:0
• Authorized conservation easement for three City‑owned parcels in Provo Canyon – 7:0
• Amended Neighborhood District map to split Carterville and rename districts with descriptive names – 7:0
• Updated RAP Tax code to implement local sales and use tax for recreation, arts, and parks – 7:0
• Amended authority to settle claims, allowing the Mayor to designate a designee – 7:0
• Adopted 2026 Wildland‑Urban Interface (WUI) Code for new construction – 7:0
• Allowed pension‑eligible employees to receive matching 401(k) contributions – 7:0

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will discuss public safety pay, water conservation, and property rezoning. The meeting includes a presentation on the Lakeview Parkway CRA plan and the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Proposal to appropriate $234,611 from the general fund for Police and Fire pay adjustments
• Rezoning of 1870 South 500 West from Commercial to Residential
• Resolution adopting an updated Water Conservation Plan
• Project area plan and budget presentation for Lakeview Parkway CRA
• Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025

The council approved the December 2, 2025 work meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The board received a presentation on the Lakeview Parkway CRA and a proposed Walmart development but took no formal action. An ordinance to rezone a parcel at 1870 South 500 West from Commercial to Residential was presented, with a hearing set for January 13, but no decision was made.

• Approved December 2, 2025 work meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission

The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Dec 10, 2025 to review several items, including a 14‑unit residential project at 2044 N Canyon Road and multiple ordinance and zone‑map amendments. Items marked with an asterisk require City Council action, such as the proposed changes to Provo City Code 15.05 that would eliminate the 100‑foot river setback exemption and streamline building permits. Other items include a withdrawn sign‑signage ordinance request and a zone‑map amendment for a development at 258 W 200 N.

• Item 1 – Project Plan approval for a 14‑unit residential project at 2044 N Canyon Road (MDR zone)
• Item 2 – Withdrawn Maverik Inc. request to amend sign ordinance (Provo City Code 14.38.105)
• Item 3 – Ordinance Text Amendments to Provo City Code 15.05 to remove the 100‑foot river setback exemption and streamline permit procedures
• Item 5 – Zone Map Amendment for Corbin Church to change 258 W 200 N from RC to MDR zone
• Item 8 – Public Works ordinance amendments to sections 15.03.020(3) and 15.03.200 to update standards

The Provo Planning Commission voted 8‑0 to approve Ryan Salmon’s 14‑unit residential project plan at 2044 N Canyon Road. Approval was granted with three conditions: a subdivision plat with owner‑occupancy CC&Rs, removal of two landscape islands to add parking spaces, and relocation of the removed landscaping elsewhere on the property. The commission also approved family occupancy and a parking provision of 31 stalls.

• Approved project plan (8:0) with conditions
• Condition: subdivision plat with CC&Rs requiring all 14 units be sold to owner‑occupants
• Condition: remove two landscape islands to provide two additional parking spaces
• Condition: relocate removed landscaping elsewhere on the property
• Approved family occupancy for 14 units
• Approved provision of 31 parking stalls (required and provided)
• Motion moved by Lisa Jensen, seconded by Melissa Kendall

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 5 board will review a proposed data center overlay and Station Area Plan rezones. Members will also vote on a matching grant for a bus stop improvement. A presentation on pole signs in Downtown Zones has been withdrawn.

• Proposed Zone change for a Data Center Overlay (DC) at 1507 South 180 East
• Presentation on Station Area Plan rezones in District 5
• Vote on a $1,940 matching grant for cement or bricks at the Fresh Market bus stop
• Discussion on sound ordinance
• Provo School District update

The District 5 board withdrew the proposed amendment to City Code 14.38.105 that would have allowed pole signs in downtown zones after confirming a prior agreement limiting Maverik to monument signs. The board then approved a matching grant of $1,940 to install a cement pad at the bus stop near Fresh Market, with a unanimous 19‑0 vote. No other items were adopted or denied at the meeting.

• Withdrawn amendment to City Code 14.38.105 allowing pole signs (withdrawn)
• Approved matching grant $1,940 for cement pad at Fresh Market bus stop (19-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a large annexation of 144.98 acres at 5078 North Canyon Road. Other items include a smaller 1.99‑acre annexation on North Canyon Road, a 38.79‑acre annexation on North Lakeview Parkway, a zone‑map reclassification at 113 and 191 N Geneva Road, and a resolution appointing trustees for the Metropolitan Water District. The meeting also includes a resolution to dispose of property at Bulldog Lane and Lakeview Parkway and a Redevelopment Agency survey area designation.

• Ordinance approving annexation of ~144.98 acres at 5078 North Canyon Road (North Timpview Neighborhood)
• Ordinance approving annexation of ~38.79 acres at 620 North Lakeview Parkway (Lakeview South and Fort Utah neighborhoods)
• Ordinance amending zone map classification of 113 and 191 N Geneva Road from CG to MDR (Fort Utah neighborhood)
• Ordinance amending development agreement for property at 1069 North Geneva Road (Lakeview North Neighborhood)
• Resolution appointing individuals to the board of trustees of the Metropolitan Water District of Provo

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will consider approving the annexation of 38.79 acres at 620 North Lakeview Parkway, amending city code to allow pension-eligible employees to receive matching 401(k) contributions, and appropriating $10,000 for a public safety impact fee study. The body will also discuss disaster recovery funding and FEMA floodplain map changes.

• Annexation of 38.79 acres at 620 North Lakeview Parkway
• Amending code to allow matching 401(k) contributions for pension-eligible employees
• Appropriating $10,000 for a public safety impact fee study
• Amending consolidated fee schedule for business and rental dwelling licenses
• Discussion on disaster recovery funding for Buckley Draw water mitigation

The council listened to a presentation by Brigham Young University students on a proposed North Park Neighborhood Plan. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the discussion was informational only. The council noted the ideas but took no formal action.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Provo Parks and Recreation Board will open with a welcome, approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and conduct a review of the Epic Sports Park and related sports facilities. The board will also discuss winter operations for city parks and address any other board business. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of Epic Sports Park & sports facilities
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of parks winter operations
• Other board discussions

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 4 meeting will feature presentations on the North Park Neighborhood Plan and Station Area Plan Rezones. Members will discuss a proposed zone map amendment for a property in the Rivergrove Neighborhood.

• Proposed zone map amendment from R1.8 to LDR at 1149 North 850 West to create new building lots
• North Park Neighborhood Plan presentation by BYU students
• Station Area Plan Rezones presentation by city planners
• Update on splitting the Carterville Neighborhood
• Discussion on bridge construction, South Grandview hill, and a matching grant

The city gave clearance for the Grandview South "Light the Hill" project to proceed in a reduced scope this year, focusing on deer and signage only. No other formal actions or approvals were taken at the meeting.

• Approved reduced "Light the Hill" project (city clearance to proceed)

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on November 19, 2025, to consider two project plan applications. One item is a continued request for a 14-unit residential project, and the other is a new request for a private airport hangar.

• Ryan Salmon requests Project Plan approval for 14-unit residential project at 2044 N Canyon Road
• Item 1 continued to December 10, 2025 Planning Commission hearing
• Jake Black requests Project Plan approval for private airport hangar at 3420 Mike Jense Pkwy
• Hearing to be held at Provo Peak Conference Room, 445 West Center Street
• Public comments must be submitted by 3:00 PM the day of the hearing

The Planning Commission Administrative Hearing continued the 14‑unit residential project (Item 1) to the December 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting. The hangar project (Item 2) was approved by the Administrative Hearing Officer, consistent with the staff recommendation. No public comments were recorded.

• Continued Item 1 (14‑unit residential project at 2044 N Canyon Rd) to Dec 10, 2025 Planning Commission hearing
• Approved Item 2 (private airport hangar at 3420 Mike Jense Pkwy) – Administrative Hearing Officer determination

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a study session on November 19, 2025 to discuss three items: the Historic Dixon Middle School Building, a Landmarks social media update, and planning for a historic tour in 2026. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this session; those are reserved for a later public hearing. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed online.

• Historic Dixon Middle School Building – discussion
• Landmarks Social Media Update – discussion
• Historic Tour Planning for 2026 – discussion

Arts Council

The Arts Council will meet to review minutes from October 22, 2025. The board will discuss trail murals and a feasibility study for the Covey Center for the Arts.

• Trail Murals discussion
• Covey Center Feasibility Study

Planning Commission

The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025 to discuss a General Plan Text Amendment for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan that would clarify that city‑owned land around Slate Canyon Park is to remain preserved for park and open‑space use. The commission will also consider five annexation petitions for parcels on North Canyon Road and Lakeview Parkway totaling about 233 acres. Additionally, a concept plan and a zone map amendment are pending for a 26‑unit townhome development on 113 and 191 N Geneva Road in the Fort Utah neighborhood.

• Item 1 – General Plan Text Amendment to Appendix E (Parks and Recreation Master Plan) to clarify intent for city‑owned land around Slate Canyon Park (Provost Neighborhood) – PLGPA20250605
• Item 2 – Annexation of 1.99 acres at 5480 and 5490 N Canyon Road (North Timpview Neighborhood) requested by Sandra White and Donna Hall – PLANEX20240260
• Item 3 – Annexation of approximately 144 acres near 5078 N Canyon Road (North Timpview Neighborhood) requested by Mandy Madrid – PLANEX20240331
• Item 4 – Annexation of 38.79 acres along Lakeview Parkway from approx. 300 N to 880 N (Lakeview South Neighborhood) requested by Gardner & Associates – PLANEX20250603
• Item 5 – Concept Plan approval and Zone Map Amendment for a 26‑unit townhome development on 113 and 191 N Geneva Road (Fort Utah Neighborhood) requested by Jared Morgan – PLCP20250293 / PLRZ20250200

The Provo Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 12, 2025 to consider a General Plan text amendment for Slate Canyon Park and annexation requests for parcels on North Canyon Road. Staff recommendations were presented, but the minutes contain no vote tallies, approvals, denials, or other outcomes. Consequently, no substantive actions were recorded.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider several ordinances at its November 11 work meeting. Items include rezoning 1870 South 500 West from Commercial to Residential, changing its zone classification from Freeway Commercial Three to Low Density Residential, and amending a development agreement for a 58‑unit single‑family subdivision near 2480 W 960 N. Additional proposals adjust design standards in the Campus Residential Zone and modify ADU map formatting and application requirements.

• Ordinance amending General Plan map classification of 1870 South 500 West from Commercial to Residential (Lakewood Neighborhood) (PLGPA20250141)
• Ordinance amending zone map classification of 1870 South 500 West from Freeway Commercial Three to Low Density Residential (Lakewood Neighborhood) (PLRZ20250142)
• Ordinance amending development agreement for a 58‑unit single‑family subdivision near 2480 W 960 N, Lakeview North Neighborhood (PLFSUB20240046)
• Ordinance adjusting design standards for development in the Campus Residential Zone (PLOTA20250535)
• Ordinance amending code to reformat ADU map and repeal special application section for ADUs (PLOTA20250562)

The council approved Ordinance 2025-60, amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit code to reformat a map and repeal the special‑application fee‑waiver section, with a 7-0 vote. The council also approved Ordinance 2025-61, adjusting design standards for the Campus Residential Zone, also by a 7-0 vote. Items concerning the reclassification of property at 1870 South 500 West were continued without a recorded vote.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-60 (ADU map reformat and repeal of Section 14.30.040) (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-61 (Campus Residential design standards amendment) (7-0)
• Continued consideration of General Plan map reclassification for 1870 South 500 West (no vote recorded)
• Continued consideration of zone map reclassification for 1870 South 500 West (no vote recorded)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council meeting on November 11, 2025 will consider four ordinances affecting land use and development. Items include an amendment to reformat the ADU map and repeal special application requirements, a change to design standards in the Campus Residential Zone, and two rezoning actions for the property at 1870 South 500 West in the Lakewood Neighborhood—changing its General Plan classification from Commercial to Residential and its zone map from Freeway Commercial Three to Low Density Residential. The council will also hold a public comment period and recognize Fall 2025 Provology graduates and the city employee of the month.

• Ordinance amending the City Code to reformat an ADU map and repeal the special applications section for ADUs (PLOTA20250562)
• Ordinance adjusting design standards in the Campus Residential Zone (PLOTA20250535)
• Ordinance amending the General Plan map classification of 1870 South 500 West from Commercial to Residential in the Lakewood Neighborhood (PLGPA20250141)
• Ordinance amending the zone map classification of 1870 South 500 West from Freeway Commercial Three to Low Density Residential in the Lakewood Neighborhood (PLRZ20250142)

The council approved the edited October minutes by unanimous consent. A motion to split the Carterville neighborhood was passed 6-1, directing staff to draft an ordinance amendment. Another motion to change neighborhood district names from numbers to letters was approved unanimously (7-0).

• Approved edited October minutes by unanimous consent
• Approved split of Carterville neighborhood (6-1)
• Approved renaming neighborhood districts from numbers to letters (7-0)

Neighborhood Districts

Residents of Lakeview North, Lakeview South, Fort Utah, Provo Bay, Sunset, and Lakewood neighborhoods will meet to hear from city officials. The session includes discussions with the Economic Development Director and airport staff, as well as brainstorming for community grants and traffic studies.

• Discussion with Economic Development Director Cody Hill
• Discussion with Provo City Airport Staff
• Brainstorming for community cleanup and matching grant ideas
• Brainstorming for traffic study locations

Economic Development Director Cody Hill briefed the district on the pending Walmart project at Lakeview Parkway, the lease option for city‑owned land near Epic Sports Park, and broader commercial‑development challenges on the west side. Airport Director Brian Torgersen announced the airport master‑plan public meeting on Nov 17, described resident noise concerns, clarified that the FAA controls airspace, and said he will ask flight schools and controllers to maintain proper altitudes. The board brainstormed ideas for community clean‑up, matching‑grant projects, and traffic‑study requests, but no formal actions were approved.

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing to consider a Project Plan request from Joel Pilling for a new 9,912‑square‑foot warehouse/office addition at 652 S Lakeview Parkway in the Airport Industrial Zone. Staff have recommended approval, conditioned on a subdivision plat being recorded before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. The Commission may also defer the decision to a later meeting or deny the request, as outlined in the alternative actions.

• Project Plan approval request for 9,912‑sq‑ft warehouse/office addition at 652 S Lakeview Pkwy
• Staff recommendation to approve the addition, subject to a subdivision plat condition
• Alternative action to defer the decision to the November 19, 2025 meeting
• Alternative action to deny the Project Plan request
• Parking analysis shows 113 excess stalls, meeting required parking standards

The Administrative Hearing Officer approved Joel Pilling's request for a 9,912‑sq‑ft warehouse/office addition at 652 S Lakeview Pkwy. Approval is subject to the condition that a subdivision plat be approved and recorded before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. The project meets parking requirements, providing the required 27 stalls. The decision can be appealed within 14 days.

• Approved Project Plan for 9,912‑sq‑ft warehouse/office addition (condition: subdivision plat approved before certificate of occupancy)
• Parking requirement met: 27 stalls required and 27 stalls provided

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council work meeting will consider several items. Council members will review annexation proposals submitted between May 1 and October 20, 2025. They will also discuss the city’s workforce housing and land‑trust project, Safe Routes to School initiatives, crosswalk updates, and the county property‑tax valuation and Truth in Taxation process.

• Review of annexation proposals received May 1‑Oct 20, 2025 (item 1)
• Discussion of Provo City workforce housing and land trust project (item 2)
• Discussion of Safe Routes to School (item 3)
• Discussion of crosswalk updates (item 4)
• Discussion of county property tax valuation and Truth in Taxation process (item 5)

The council and school board reviewed four annexation petitions, discussed the Provo City Workforce Housing and Land Trust Project, and received updates on Safe Routes to School, crosswalk improvements, and the Truth in Taxation process. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tabling of items occurred during the meeting.

Arts Council

The Provo Arts Council will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss the secured gallery. The next meeting date is TBD.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of secured gallery
• Other items of discussion

The council approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting unanimously. It decided that a feasibility study will be the topic of the next meeting. The board also agreed to reschedule the next meeting to a week earlier to avoid the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set feasibility study as agenda item for next meeting
• Moved next meeting up one week to avoid Thanksgiving

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct 22, 2025 to consider five items, including a city‑wide amendment to the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance (Chapter 14.30). The agenda also contains a General Plan map amendment, a zone map amendment, and a project plan approval for a 150‑unit townhome development on 12.56 acres at approximately 1870 S 500 W, plus a design‑standards ordinance amendment.

• Ordinance Text Amendments to Chapter 14.30 (Accessory Dwelling Units) – replace map in 14.30.020 and remove 14.30.040 (citywide)
• General Plan Map Amendment to reclassify 12.56 acres from Commercial to Residential at ~1870 S 500 W for a 150‑unit townhome development
• Zone Map Amendment changing 12.56 acres from FC3 (Freeway Commercial Three) to LDR (Low Density Residential) at the same site
• Project Plan approval for the 150‑unit townhome community in the proposed LDR zone at ~1870 S 500 W
• Ordinance Text Amendments to Provo City Code 14.34.287 (Residential and Mixed‑Use Design Standards) – amend applicability (citywide)

The October 22, 2025 Planning Commission meeting presented several ordinance amendment items and staff recommendations, but the minutes contain no recorded vote, approval, denial, or other final action on any item. Only alternative actions and staff suggestions were noted.

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will consider three agenda items: a report on the Victim Services Program, a discussion of an amendment to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and a discussion of the potential sale of a Redevelopment Agency property. The board will also consider a motion to close the meeting for a strategy session on litigation, real‑property transactions, or personnel matters.

• Report regarding the Victim Services Program (item 1)
• Discussion of amendment to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan (item 2)
• Discussion of the potential sale of an RDA property (item 3)
• Motion to close the meeting for a strategy session on litigation or property matters

The council approved the October 7 work meeting minutes by unanimous consent. A motion to direct staff to amend the Parks and Recreation Master Plan by removing the residential development bullet for Slate Canyon Park passed 5‑0. The Redevelopment Agency board voted 4‑1 not to sell the downtown parklet, keeping it public. The council then moved to close the meeting, which passed 5‑0.

• Approved October 7 work meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Amended Master Plan, dropping development language for Slate Canyon (5-0)
• Rejected sale of downtown parklet, keeping public ownership (4-1)
• Closed the meeting for discussion of personnel and litigation matters (5-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider three actions. It will adopt a resolution to approve board and commission appointments. It will vote on a petition to annex about 16.67 acres of land at 4505 North Canyon Road in the North Timpview area. It will consider an ordinance amendment to the definition of “owner occupant” in City Code 14.06.020.

• Resolution (25-031) consenting to board and commission appointments
• Resolution (PLANEX20240291) approving annexation of ~16.67 acres at 4505 North Canyon Road, North Timpview
• Ordinance amendment (PLOTA20250503) to City Code 14.06.020 definition of owner occupant
• Provo City Employee of the Month – October 2025 (item 1)
• Fifteen‑minute public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Provo City Council approved three actions. It confirmed new appointments to the Landmarks Commission and the Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee. It also adopted an ordinance to annex about 16.67 acres at 4505 North Canyon Road and amended the definition of “owner occupant” in the city code. All three measures passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved appointments: Florence Hawkinson to Landmarks Commission and Noah Gordon to Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved annexation of ~16.67 acres at 4505 North Canyon Road, designating it Agricultural (A1.40) zone (5-0)
• Approved amendment to City Code 14.06.020 to clarify the definition of owner occupant (5-0)

Neighborhood Districts

The body will review a proposed zone change for new townhomes in the Provost Neighborhood and a mixed-use project in the Spring Creek Neighborhood. The meeting also includes updates on Buckley Draw and a discussion on murals to discourage graffiti on culverts.

• Proposed zone change to add 8 townhomes at 1265 South Alpine Loop (PLRZ20250333)
• Preliminary presentation for mixed-use development at State Street & Mountain Vista Parkway
• Buckley Draw update and discussion
• Discussion on murals to discourage graffiti on culverts

The October 15, 2025 Neighborhood District 2 meeting provided updates on the Buckley Draw debris‑flow channel and discussed proposed rezoning and mixed‑use projects. The debris‑flow channel is about a month from completion and cleaning is 75% done. The rezoning of 1265 South Alpine Loop and the State Street/Mountain Vista mixed‑use plan were described as still under review with future consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council. No motions, votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will hold a public hearing to continue the recreation, arts, and parks (RAP) tax for another 10 years. It will vote on a resolution appropriating $520,620.12 from the golf‑course lease revenue. The council will also approve $158,396 to add three full‑time airport firefighters for the FY ending June 30, 2026. Several ordinances will amend the General Plan to adopt station area plans and modify the accessory dwelling unit code.

• Public hearing on extending the RAP tax for 10 years (item 1).
• Resolution appropriating $520,620.12 of golf‑course lease revenue (item 2).
• Resolution appropriating $158,396 for three full‑time airport firefighters (item 3).
• Ordinance adopting the FrontRunner and 400 South Station Areas Plan to the General Plan (item 4).
• Ordinance amending the city code on accessory dwelling unit permitted areas (item 8).

The council conducted a badge pinning ceremony for newly sworn police officers. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. A public comment was received about parking safety on 500 North, but no action was taken.

City Council Meetings

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the authorization of a recreation, arts, and parks (RAP) tax for 10 years. The body is also considering several General Plan amendments for station area plans and funding for airport firefighters.

• Public hearing to authorize a recreation, arts, and parks (RAP) tax for 10 years
• Appropriation of $520,620.12 in lease revenue for the golf course fund
• Appropriation of $158,396 for three full-time airport firefighters
• General Plan amendments for FrontRunner/400 South, University Avenue, Joaquin, and 2230 North Station Area Plans
• Ordinance amending Provo City Code regarding accessory dwelling unit permitted areas

City Council Meetings

The Council will hold a work meeting to discuss the Neighborhood District Program report and Provo River setback standards. Members will also review a fraud risk assessment and an ordinance regarding where accessory dwelling units are permitted.

• Ordinance amending Provo City Code on permitted areas for accessory dwelling units (PLOTA20250427)
• Discussion on Provo River setback and design standards (25-091)
• Discussion on Neighborhood District Program yearly report and possible code changes (25-093)
• Presentation on the annual Fraud Risk Assessment (25-097)

The council voted 6‑0 to task staff with developing a draft design corridor for the Provo River and to remove the existing 100‑foot setback exemption. It also voted 5‑1 to direct staff to draft an intent statement opposing accessory dwelling unit (ADU) eligibility beyond the current overlay zones. Additional actions include adding guidance for neighborhood district board members appointed to the Planning Commission and asking staff to consult the District 4 board on the Carterville split proposal.

• Directed staff to develop a draft Provo River design corridor (6‑0)
• Removed the 100‑foot river setback exemption (6‑0)
• Directed staff to draft an intent statement opposing ADU eligibility extensions (5‑1)
• Agreed to add handbook guidance that neighborhood district board members resign if appointed to the Planning Commission (no vote recorded)
• Directed Ms. Breen to consult the District 4 board before returning the Carterville split proposal (no vote recorded)
• Approved budget to establish an internal auditor position (no vote recorded)

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 1 body will review proposed annexations and project plans for several properties. The meeting includes updates on road projects and trailheads affecting the district.

• Proposed annexation of 16.67 acres at 4505 N Canyon Road
• Annexation updates for 5078 N Canyon Road and 5490 N Canyon Road
• Proposed project plan to rebuild Administration and Cafeteria buildings at the MTC (2005 North 900 East)
• Updates on 2044 North Canyon Road and 2000 North Canyon Road
• Indian Road Trailhead update

The council accepted the annexation petitions for the Foothills Drive property at 4505 N Canyon Road and for the adjacent Whitehall and Foothills Orchard properties, moving them forward for ordinance certification. The council also voted to roll over volunteer hours from the previous fiscal year to be applied to new matching‑grant projects. No other formal decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Council accepted Foothills Drive annexation petition (resolution)
• Council accepted Whitehall annexation petition (resolution)
• Council accepted Foothills Orchard annexation petition (resolution)
• City Council voted to roll over volunteer hours for matching‑grant projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a project plan for a terminal addition at Provo Airport and a citywide ordinance change regarding owner-occupancy for ADU licensing. The body will also consider a land annexation request in the North Timpview Neighborhood.

• Proposed two-story, 9,000 square foot addition to the Provo Airport Terminal at 1331 S Sky Way
• Ordinance Text Amendment to Provo City Code 14.06.020 to clarify 'owner occupant' definition for ADU licensing
• Annexation request by Gardner & Associates for approximately 16.67 acres at 4505 N Canyon Road
• Study session regarding Dance Halls vs Event Spaces

The September 24, 2025 Planning Commission hearing discussed three agenda items: an ordinance text amendment to clarify the "owner occupant" definition, a project plan for a two‑story addition to the Provo Airport terminal, and a land annexation request. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded for any of the items. The commission deferred further action or information gathering for each item.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council work meeting will consider several zoning amendments, code changes for accessory dwelling units, and a new data‑center overlay zone. Council members will hear a presentation on the UDOT University Avenue bridge construction and a budget carryover report. A resolution will appropriate $158,396 to fund three full‑time firefighters at the airport for FY 2025‑2026. Additional items include a discussion of Provo River setback standards and a dog park master plan.

• Resolution to appropriate $158,396 for three full‑time airport firefighters (item 10).
• Ordinance to rezone 3200 W Bulldog Lane to one‑family residential with performance development overlay (R1.6(PD)) (item 2).
• Ordinance to rezone 2858 West Center Street from agricultural (A1.1) to one‑family residential (R1.7) (item 4).
• Ordinance amending the city code to remove data centers as permitted or conditional uses (item 7).
• Ordinance creating a data center overlay zone under City Code Chapter 14.34A (item 8).

The council heard a UDOT presentation on the University Avenue bridge replacement, including construction schedule and traffic impacts. An ordinance to rezone 3200 W Bulldog Lane for mixed single‑family housing was discussed, with details on workforce and market units. A policy analyst presented options for Provo River setback standards and design guidance. No motions were adopted; all items were noted without formal action.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to accessory dwelling unit allowances and multiple rezoning actions. Two items address data centers: one removes them as permitted uses, and another creates a specific data center overlay zone. The council will also hold a public hearing on the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.

• Ordinance amending Provo City Code Title 14 to remove data centers as permitted or conditional uses (PLOTA20250458)
• Ordinance enacting Provo City Code Chapter 14.34A to create a data center overlay zone (PLOTA20250182)
• Ordinance amending zone map classification of 920 S 1020 W to one‑family residential (R1.7) zone
• Ordinance amending zone map classification of 3200 W Bulldog Lane to one‑family residential with performance development overlay (R1.6(PD)) zone
• Public hearing for the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (25-096)

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the appointments of David Taylor, Jared Cobia, and Mel Leseberg to the Airport Board, Susan Krueger‑Barber to the Landmarks Commission, and Jon Lyons to the Planning Commission. The council did not adopt the proposed ordinance to add 3080 Bannock Drive to the ADU‑eligible area, and a motion to defer the matter until the owner‑occupancy requirement is met failed 3‑4.

• Approved Airport Board appointments (David Taylor, Jared Cobia, Mel Leseberg) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Landmarks Commission appointment (Susan Krueger‑Barber) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Planning Commission appointment (Jon Lyons) – vote 7‑0
• ADU ordinance amendment for 3080 Bannock Drive not approved
• Motion to continue ADU matter until owner‑occupancy met failed 3‑4

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review the Dog Park Master Plan and hear a RAP presentation. No specific decisions or contracts are listed. The agenda also includes a general "Other Board Discussions" item.

• Dog Park Master Plan Review
• RAP Presentation
• Other Board Discussions

The Parks and Recreation Board heard a presentation of the final draft of the Provo Dog Park Master Plan and its implementation strategy, including two option paths for new parks. Members discussed the options but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The board also received a presentation on the RAP Tax continuation measure (Prop 5) and upcoming ballot information. No approvals, denials, or other actions were documented.

Neighborhood Districts

The District 5 board will hear presentations on three proposed zone map amendments that would change land‑use designations for properties at 820 E 200 S, 258 W 200 N, and 152 E 500 S. The meeting will also include updates on the University Avenue Bridge construction, a discussion of the noise ordinance, and reminders about eminent‑domain meetings for Frontrunner rail tracks. Residents may comment briefly before adjournment.

• Proposed amendment from R1.6 to MDR zone for a home split and townhomes on 0.69 acre at 820 E 200 S (Maeser)
• Proposed amendment from RC to MDR zone for infill development and reuse of existing homes at 258 W 200 N (Timp)
• Proposed amendment from RC to LDR zone for a 4‑unit townhome project at 152 E 500 S (Maeser)
• University Avenue Bridge construction update (UDOT)
• Noise ordinance discussion (Joaquin Representative Tom Spencer)

The Neighborhood District 5 Board postponed the noise ordinance agenda item to the next meeting. Board members took an online vote on four proposed traffic studies, deciding that three can proceed this year while one will be delayed until early 2026. No other substantive approvals or denials were recorded.

• Postponed noise ordinance discussion (no vote tally provided)
• Approved three traffic studies to be completed this year; delayed fourth study to early 2026 (online vote)

Landmarks Commission

The Provo Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on September 17, 2025 to consider Ashley Jefferies’s request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to modify or possibly remove the historic sign on the B&H Pharmacy building at 286 West Center Street in the Downtown Historic District. Staff have recommended postponing a final decision to a later meeting on October 15, 2025 to obtain additional information. The Commission may approve the modification, deny the request, or approve removal of the sign, while ensuring compliance with state signage regulations. The hearing will take place at 12:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 445 W Center Street.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for historic sign at 286 W Center Street
• Alternative actions: approve modification, deny request, or approve sign removal
• Staff recommendation to continue the item to a future meeting on October 15, 2025
• Pre‑meeting at 12:00 p.m. in the Provo Peak Conference Room, 445 W Center Street
• Location of hearing: Council Chambers, 445 W Center Street

The commission continued Ashley Jefferies' request for a Landmarks Certificate of Appropriateness for the historic sign at 286 W Center Street to a future date. The motion passed unanimously, 6‑0, with Jeff Ringer moving and David Amott seconding. Vice Chair Eric Carter acted as chair. No approval or denial was issued.

• Continued Ashley Jefferies' Certificate of Appropriateness request (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 10, 2025 to decide on four agenda items. Commissioners will review a conditional use permit request for a dance hall at 86 N University Ave, Suite 110 in the DT2 zone. They will also consider an ordinance text amendment to allow an accessory dwelling unit at 1841 N 1550 E in the R1.10 zone, and two citywide ordinance changes affecting data centers and data processing services, electricity substations, and electric small generation.

• Conditional Use Permit for a dance hall at 86 N University Ave, Suite 110 (DT2 zone)
• Ordinance Text Amendment to add ADU allowance for 1841 N 1550 E (R1.10 zone)
• Ordinance Text Amendments to remove data centers as permitted or conditional uses citywide
• Adoption of policy and code amendments to permit data processing services, electricity substations, and electric small generation as principal or conditional uses citywide

The September 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting agenda listed two items—a conditional use permit for a dance hall and an ordinance amendment for an accessory dwelling unit. The minutes provide staff recommendations to approve both items but do not record any vote, approval, denial, or other final action by the commission. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.

City Council Meetings

The Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will consider two ordinances that would change the zone‑map classification of parcels at 1050 West 100 North and 2525 West 620 North. The meeting also includes a discussion of the “owner occupant” definition in the city code, presentations on the FrontRunner 2X Project, conservation easements, and certified tax rates, and a closed‑session motion on potential litigation and property matters.

• Ordinance to rezone 1050 West 100 North from R1.6 (one‑family residential) to VLDR (very low density residential) in the Dixon neighborhood (PLRZ20250332)
• Ordinance to rezone 2525 West 620 North from R1.8 (one‑family residential) to A1.1 (agricultural) in the Lakeview South neighborhood (PLRZ20250348)
• Discussion of the “owner occupant” definition in Provo City Code Chapter 14.06.020 (item 25‑087)
• Presentation on the FrontRunner 2X Project (item 25‑088)
• Presentation on conservation easements, including one in Bunnels Fork (item 25‑086)

City Council Meetings

The Council will discuss correcting certified tax rates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting also includes decisions on three zoning requests, including two zone map amendments and one request for an accessory dwelling unit.

• Resolution correcting certified tax rates for fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026
• Rezoning 2525 West 620 North from R1.8 (one family residential) to A1.1 (agricultural)
• Rezoning 1050 West 100 North from R1.6 (one-family residential) to VLDR (very low density residential)
• Ordinance Text Amendment request for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 3080 N Bannock Drive
• Presentation from American Red Cross recognizing Provo Fire & Rescue

The council approved the prior meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It adopted a text amendment removing an exemption from the owner‑occupant definition (7‑0) and ordered staff to revisit the special‑use permit section (7‑0). Members voted 6‑1 to support continuing work on a conservation easement in Bunnels Fork, and reached consensus to fix the certified tax rates now, with a resolution to be voted on in the evening session. The meeting was formally closed by motions passing 6‑0.

• Approved August 19 and August 26 work meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Accepted removal of confusing text from owner‑occupant definition (7‑0)
• Requested staff to bring back special‑use permit proposal in future work session (7‑0)
• Supported continuing process for a Bunnels Fork conservation easement (6‑1)
• Council consensus to fix certified tax rates immediately (no formal vote recorded)
• Closed the meeting on procedural matters (6‑0)
• Closed the RDA Governing Board meeting (6‑0)

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 4 meeting will feature a presentation on local road projects, including restriping and bridge construction, followed by a candidate forum for the upcoming mayoral election.

• Hillside fire mitigation projects
• Restriping 1700/1730 N and crosswalk changes at 1460 N & 1500 W
• 820 North bridge construction and potential widening
• Lower Carterville alley update
• Meet the Candidates forum for Mayor and City Council

The board heard a presentation on the RAP (Recreation, Arts, and Parks) tax, which generates about $2 million annually and funds park and arts projects. Updates were provided on the 820 North bridge replacement, the Carterville alleyway cleanup, and a new pedestrian crosswalk with flashing lights at 1460 North. The district reported 602.75 volunteer hours worth $9,000 toward matching grant funds and noted a recent school‑district property‑tax error affecting $530 million of assessed value. No votes or formal decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on data center amendments and public hearings for three zone map amendments. These requests seek to change agricultural or other residential zones to R1.7 to allow for the subdivision of lots into new single-family dwellings.

• 920 West 1020 South: Request to rezone from RA and R1.8 to R1.7 to create two lots
• 2858 W Center Street: Request to rezone from A1.1 to R1.7 to create four lots
• 3200 W Bulldog Lane: Request to rezone from OSPR and R1.20 to R1.6(PD) for a residential subdivision
• Study session regarding Data Center Amendments

The August 27, 2025 Planning Commission agenda listed two zone‑map amendment requests—one at 920 West 1020 South and another at 2858 West Center Street—with staff recommendations for approval. The minutes provide background, staff analysis, and alternative actions, but they do not contain any recorded approvals, denials, votes, or other outcomes. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented for this meeting.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Board of Canvassers approved a resolution accepting the August 12, 2025 primary election returns and officially certifying the results. The vote was unanimous, 6 in favor and 0 against. The resolution names the candidates who will appear on the November 4, 2025 general election ballot. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved resolution accepting Primary Election returns and certifying results (6-0)

Neighborhood Districts

The body will review five proposed zone map amendments for residential and agricultural developments. The meeting includes updates on a Super Walmart and a RAP Tax presentation, as well as a candidate forum for Mayor and Citywide Council.

• Proposed zoning change for 26-unit townhomes at 113 & 191 N Geneva Road
• Proposed zoning change for a two-lot subdivision at 2525 W 620 N
• Proposed zoning change to subdivide property into four lots at 2858 W Center St
• Proposed zoning change to subdivide a lot into two lots at 920 W 1020 S
• Proposed zoning change for a residential subdivision at 3200 W Bulldog Ln

The board received updates on the approved Walmart commercial site and related traffic improvements, a presentation on the RAP tax renewal, and several pending zoning amendment proposals. No actions were approved, denied, or voted on during the meeting; the items remain under review by planning staff or slated for future council consideration.

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will conduct a site visit at the historic Reed Smoot House on August 20, 2025. Formal presentations, public comment, and actions are reserved for future public hearings. Agenda materials and staff recommendations are available at the Development Services office.

• Site visit at historic Reed Smoot House, 183 E 100 S, Provo, UT 84606

The commission toured the historic Reed Smoot House at 183 E 100 S. No actions were taken; the visit was for informational purposes only.

• Site visit conducted – no action taken

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will meet to approve a 2026 regular meeting schedule, appoint board members, and authorize participation in a federal housing program. The agenda also includes an annexation petition and a resolution to rescind a previous agreement.

• Resolution adopting the 2026 council regular meeting schedule
• Resolution rescinding Resolution 2025-32 to authorize participation in Utah Valley Home Consortium under HUD’s HOME Program for FY 2026–2028
• Resolution accepting an annexation petition for approximately 16.67 acres at 4505 N Canyon Road
• Resolution consenting to board and commission appointments
• Provo City Employee of the Month presentation

The Provo City Council unanimously approved five new Parks and Recreation board appointments. It rescinded a prior resolution and adopted an interlocal agreement to join the Utah Valley Home Consortium under HUD’s HOME program for FY 2026‑2028. The council also accepted an annexation petition for about 16.67 acres at 4505 N Canyon Road and adopted the 2026 regular meeting schedule, removing the November 17 meeting.

• Approved Parks and Recreation board appointments (Brooke Barnes, Doug Gardner, Bonnie Morrow, Brittany Hyde, Dan Mitchell) – vote 7:0
• Rescinded Resolution 2025‑32 and approved interlocal agreement for Utah Valley Home Consortium HUD HOME program – vote 7:0
• Accepted annexation petition for ~16.67 acres at 4505 N Canyon Road – vote 7:0
• Adopted 2026 council regular meeting schedule, removing November 17 meeting – vote 7:0

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a work meeting to discuss data center policy and zoning considerations. The meeting will be held in person at the Provo Peaks Conference Room and streamed online.

• Discussion of data center policy and zoning (Item 1A)
• Approval of April 8, 2025 Council Meeting minutes
• Approval of August 5, 2025 Work Meeting minutes
• Hybrid meeting format available online
• Next meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025

Councilor Garrett moved, and Councilor Bogdin seconded, a request for staff to prepare legislation creating an overlay zone for data centers. The motion passed unanimously, 7-0. The Council also agreed to form a committee to advance the data center policy and develop the overlay zone details.

• Approved request for staff to draft data center overlay zone legislation (7-0)
• Approved formation of committee to develop data center policy and overlay zone

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a project plan for a 20-unit apartment and commercial building at 71 East Center Street. The body will also review a request from Brigham Young University to use a former school at 1080 N 900 E as temporary office space.

• Project plan for a 5-story, 20-unit apartment and commercial remodel at 71 East Center Street
• Conditional Use Permit for BYU to convert 1080 N 900 E from educational use to temporary office space
• Zone Map Amendment request for 0.71 acres at 2525 West 620 North from R1.8 to A1.1
• Zone Map Amendment request for 1050 West 100 North from R1.6 to VLDR
• Ordinance Text Amendment request for 3080 N Bannock Drive to allow an Accessory Dwelling Unit

The minutes list agenda items and staff recommendations for a commercial remodel at 71 E Center St., a conditional use permit for BYU at 1080 N 900 E, and several zone map amendment requests. However, the document does not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies for these items.

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 2 meeting will feature updates from police and fire departments. The body will review a proposal to allow an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at a specific Oak Hills residence and discuss RAP taxes and community cleanup grants.

• Presentation on adding 2070 North Oak Crest Terrace to City Code 14.30.020 for an ADU in the R1.10 Zone
• Police update from Neighborhood District 2 COP Officers
• Fire safety update from Provo Fire Emergency Manager
• RAP Tax presentation by Gary Winterton
• Discussion on Matching Grants and Community Clean Up

The meeting included updates on police motorcycle noise, fire safety, and an ADU request, but no formal actions were taken on those items. The only recorded decision was that the City Council will maintain the existing Slate Canyon parking restrictions after a 12‑month review. No vote tally was provided for this decision.

• Maintain current Slate Canyon parking restrictions (decision by City Council)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider a resolution to ask residents about a local option sales tax in the November 4, 2025 election. The body is also reviewing fire restrictions, water rates for urban farming, and two zoning changes.

• Resolution to submit a local option sales tax opinion question for the November 4, 2025 election
• Resolution imposing level 2 fire restrictions
• Ordinance updating culinary water rates for urban farming policy
• Rezoning 71 West 880 North from residential conservation (RC) to campus residential (CR)
• Rezoning 1400 South State Street from one-family residential (R1) to light manufacturing (M1)

The Provo City Council voted 7‑0 to adopt level 2 fire restrictions for the watershed and all city parks, effective August 2. The council also voted 7‑0 to adopt a resolution placing a renewal question for the local option RAP sales tax on the November 4, 2025 ballot. Both votes were unanimous.

• Approved level 2 fire restrictions (7-0)
• Approved resolution to place RAP tax renewal question on Nov 4, 2025 ballot (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council is holding a work meeting to discuss changing the zone classifications for two properties. These changes would alter how the land at 1400 South State Street and 71 West 880 North can be used.

• Rezoning 1400 South State Street from one-family residential (R1) to light manufacturing (M1)
• Rezoning 71 West 880 North from residential conservation (RC) to campus residential (CR)

The council approved the July 22, 2025 work meeting minutes by unanimous consent. A motion to close the meeting for discussion of pending litigation and personal matters passed 7-0. No vote or final action was recorded on the rezoning proposals for 1400 South State Street or 71 West 880 North.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Closed meeting for pending litigation discussion (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Council will consider ordinances regarding a new passport postage fee and culinary water rates for urban farming. Members will also receive updates on Provo311 customer service and code enforcement.

• Ordinance to add a congressional expedite passport postage fee (25-079)
• Ordinance updating Provo City Code for urban farming culinary water rates (25-080)
• Discussion on June 2024 parking regulations on Slate Canyon Drive (25-078)
• Presentation on Provo311 Customer Service Access enhancements (25-077)
• Update regarding Re-Imagining Code Enforcement (25-053)

The council approved the July 8, 2025 work meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It decided to keep the existing parking restrictions on Slate Canyon Drive unchanged and continue monitoring. It adopted an ordinance granting a $120 annual credit for qualifying residential urban farms on culinary water rates and delegated implementation to Public Works, with an annual review.

• Approved July 8, 2025 work meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Maintained current Slate Canyon Drive parking regulations (no change)
• Adopted urban farming water rate credit ordinance, delegating implementation to Public Works

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding wastewater revenue bonds for a State of Utah loan. The body will also consider a new passport postage fee and board appointments.

• Public hearing on issuance of wastewater revenue bonds for State of Utah loan
• Ordinance to add a congressional expedite passport postage fee to the consolidated fee schedule
• Resolution consenting to board and commission appointments

The Provo City Council voted 7‑0 to adopt Ordinance 2025‑43, adding a $27.50 postage fee for congressional expedited passport applications. The Council also approved a slate of board and commission appointments by a 7‑0 vote. A public hearing on wastewater revenue bonds was held with no comments and no vote taken.

• Approved ordinance adding $27.50 passport postage fee (7-0)
• Approved board and commission appointments (7-0)
• Held public hearing on wastewater revenue bonds; no comments, no vote
• Recognized Matt Jensen as July 2025 Employee of the Month
• Recognized Heidi Allman as Certified Municipal Clerk
• Recognized Provo City as winner of 2025 Utah IT Excellence Award

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 1 body will discuss traffic calming and planning applications. The meeting includes a proposed annexation of land and a code amendment for an accessory dwelling unit.

• Traffic calming on 2950 North
• Proposed Ordinance Text Amendment to Provo City Code 14.30.020 for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 3080 N Bannock Drive
• Proposed annexation of approximately 74 acres of land at 5078 N Canyon Rd
• Provo School District update from Lisa Boyce
• Meet the Candidates for Mayor, Citywide, and District 2

The meeting presented a traffic‑calming pilot for 2950 North, a text amendment for an accessory dwelling unit at 3080 N Bannock Drive, and a proposed annexation of about 74 acres at 5078 N Canyon Rd. Residents were polled on each item, but no votes or official approvals were recorded. The session also included community presentations and candidate introductions.

Arts Council

The Arts Council Board will meet to approve minutes from May 28, 2025, and discuss sponsorships for the Covey Center for the Arts.

• Covey Center sponsorships

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Planning Commission will hold administrative hearings to decide on two conditional use permits. The body will consider requests for a veterinary service and a new auto sales yard.

• Conditional Use Permit for veterinary service at 2255 N University Pkwy, Suite 9
• Project Plan approval for an auto sales yard at 680 E 900 S

The July 16, 2025 Planning Commission administrative hearing presented two applications: a conditional use permit for a veterinary/grooming business at 2255 N University Pkwy and a project plan for an auto sales yard at 680 E 900 S. Staff recommended approval of both permits with specific conditions. The minutes do not record any final approval, denial, or vote on either application.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several residential and commercial development requests, including two zone map amendments. The body will also hold a study session regarding infill and incremental development standards.

• Project plan for 18 townhomes and 188 apartments at 88 N Geneva Road
• Concept plan and proposed rezone from RC to CR for an apartment building at 71 West 880 North
• Concept plan and proposed rezone from R1.10 to M1 for an office building at 1400 S State St
• Discussion on Infill/Incremental Development Standards

The July 9, 2025 Planning Commission public hearing reviewed four items, including a 206‑unit residential project, a 5‑unit apartment concept plan, and two zone map amendment requests. Staff reports recommended approval of the project plan and concept plan with conditions, and recommended approval of the zone map amendments. The commission did not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies, indicating that further action may be taken at a future meeting.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a proposal to let residents vote on a local option sales tax. The body will also address fire restrictions and zoning changes.

• Resolution to submit a local option sales tax opinion question for the November 4, 2025 election
• Rezoning of 1200 North Independence Avenue from Manufacturing Park (MP) to Low Density Residential (LDR)
• Resolution imposing fire restrictions due to hazardous environmental conditions
• Ordinance amending Provo City Code regarding nuisance abatement and chronic nuisances
• Ordinance adding new moderate income housing strategies to General Plan Appendix B

City Council Meetings

The Council will review FY2026 budget presentations for Public Works, Airport, Energy, and Development Services. Members will also discuss proposed changes to water fees and the Transportation Utility Fee.

• Proposed ordinance amending water fees and implementing new tiered water fees
• Proposed ordinance amending Transportation Utility Fee fund dedication and fees
• Rezoning of 3410 W Center Street from A1.10 Zone to AI Zone
• Proposed ordinance adding data centers as a permitted use in Airport Zones
• Discussion regarding the repeal of Provo City Code Chapter 9.41

The council approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 council meeting and the June 17, 2025 work meeting by unanimous consent. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for the RAP tax resolution, zoning amendment, housing strategy amendment, wastewater bond hearing, or dog park plan. The meeting consisted mainly of presentations and discussion of those items.

• Approved June 3, 2025 council meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved June 17, 2025 work meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Planning Commission is considering project plan approvals for two sites. One proposal involves new residential units downtown, while the other seeks to update a commercial building and site circulation in the Carterville neighborhood.

• Proposed 12-unit residential development (one four-plex and eight townhomes) at 80 East 200 South
• Proposed commercial building and site update at 1273 N Canyon Road
• Reconfiguration of parking to 10 spaces and modification of traffic circulation at 1273 N Canyon Road
• Proposed drive-thru window accessible from the passenger side at 1273 N Canyon Road

The Administrative Hearing Officer approved Joshua Godfrey’s request for a 12‑unit residential development in the DT1 (General Downtown) Zone at approximately 80 East 200 South, with family occupancy and 14 parking stalls. The approval follows the staff recommendation and CRC approval. No final action was recorded for Brandon Budd’s commercial building update at 1273 N Canyon Road; staff recommended approval with conditions but the commission’s decision was not documented.

• Approved 12‑unit residential project at 80 East 200 South (family occupancy, 14 parking stalls)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to build a home on a steep slope and two project plan approvals. Staff recommends denying the hillside variance request for a property in the Rock Canyon Neighborhood.

• Variance request for a new home on slopes greater than 30% grade at 2857 N Iroquois Drive
• Project Plan approval for a 32-unit townhome development at 1122 South 900 East
• Project Plan approval for two warehouse buildings and site improvements at 3410 West Center Street

The commission heard a variance request from Louise McKeown to build on a 30% slope at 2857 N Iroquois Drive. Staff recommended denial of the variance. The minutes do not record any commission vote or final decision on the request.

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 5 meeting includes a presentation on a proposed development plan for 23 acres at 1095 S 500 W. The body will also conduct resident opinion polls on a solar radar sign and three traffic studies. Additionally, candidates for Mayor and City Council will be introduced.

• Proposed plan for 23 acres at 1095 S 500 W (Provo Towne Centre) to change zoning to Interim Transit Oriented Development
• Proposed $3,186 matching grant for a solar 'Your Speed' radar sign on 100 North between 900 West and 500 West
• Request for a traffic study at 200 North 400 East
• Request for a traffic study on 500 North between 900 West and 500 West
• Request for a traffic study on 100 South between 900 West and 500 West

The board approved a matching grant of $3,186 for a solar‑powered speed‑sign on 100 North (9‑2 vote). A motion to reconsider three traffic‑study requests was passed unanimously, moving the decision to the September 17 meeting. The 23‑acre Provo Towne Centre redevelopment was presented, but no action was taken.

• Approved $3,186 matching grant for solar speed sign (9‑2)
• Postponed traffic study requests to next meeting (unanimous)
• Presented 23‑acre Provo Towne Centre redevelopment proposal (no decision)

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will consider the city's annual budget and budgets for the Stormwater Service District and Redevelopment Agency. The meeting includes a public hearing on management salary increases and votes on city code amendments.

• Proposed Provo City budget of $319,675,508 for FY 2026
• Proposed Stormwater Service District budget of $3,377,755
• Proposed Redevelopment Agency of Provo City budget of $1,488,791
• Public hearing regarding management salary increases
• Ordinance regarding covered parking structures on historic landmark properties

The council approved Ordinance 2025‑36, amending the Provo City Code to eliminate the covered‑parking requirement for historic landmark properties located in ADU overlay areas, while still requiring four parking spaces. The amendment applies to the Hendrickson Mansion at 600 West and 300 South. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved Ordinance 2025‑36 removing covered‑parking requirement for historic ADU properties (7‑0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a work meeting to review tentative budget amendments for FY26 and a study on business and rental dwelling fees. The body will also discuss park rules for dogs and planning for station areas.

• Ordinance amending Provo City Code for covered parking on historic landmark properties (PLOTA20250179)
• Presentation on FY26 tentative budget amendments (25-025)
• Presentation on the 2025 Business License and Rental Dwelling Fee Study (25-072)
• Discussion on time-limited off leash hours for dogs in city parks (25-015)
• Resolution regarding station area plans (25-032)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Provo Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss fitness class standards and receive a status report on the Dog Park Master Plan and Implementation Strategy.

• Fitness Class Standards
• Dog Park Master Plan & Implementation Strategy Status Report

The board approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then voted to permanently discontinue the Dirtylicious dance‑fitness class, citing concerns about family standards. The board also asked staff to email dog‑park site recommendations to members for further review.

• Approved May 15, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved permanent discontinuation of Dirtylicious class (unanimous)
• Requested electronic distribution of dog‑park site recommendations for member input

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider updates to the city's moderate-income housing strategies to maintain eligibility for state transportation funding. The body will also review several Station Area Plans and two residential development proposals.

• General Plan Text Amendment to update moderate-income housing strategies (PLGPA20250197)
• Adoption of Station Area Plans for 2230 North, University Avenue, Joaquin, and FrontRunner/400 South
• Project Plan for a 62-unit townhome development at 1225 East 1600 South
• Concept Plan for a six-townhome development at 1200 N Independence Ave
• Zone Map Amendment from Manufacturing Park to Low Density Residential at 1200 N Independence Ave

The commission held a public hearing and discussed several items, including a General Plan text amendment for moderate‑income housing and adoption of multiple station area plans. Staff recommended approval of the amendment and the 2230 North Station Area Plan, but the minutes do not record any vote or final action. Consequently, no decisions were formally adopted, denied, or tabled.

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 4 meeting will cover updates on police, park dog hours, and local roadwork. Residents will discuss station area plans in Carterville and a scheduled hillside cleanup day.

• Off-leash dog hours at local parks questionnaire
• Station area plans in Carterville and hillside trail advocacy
• Traffic calming on 1700 North
• 820 North bridge reconstruction, road repaving, and sidewalks
• Beehive Bazaar Event Center update in Carterville

The board approved a Conditional Use Permit for an event center and Beehive Bazaar at the former Big O Tire store on Freedom Blvd. It also agreed to pass resident concerns about police issues, construction impacts, and traffic safety to the appropriate city departments. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for event center + Beehive Bazaar at old Big O Tire store on Freedom Blvd
• Board agreed to forward police‑related concerns (e‑bikes, homeless encampments, speeding) to the police department
• Board agreed to forward public‑comment concerns (crosswalk locations, construction communication, speeding) to city departments

City Council Meetings

The Council will discuss the FY26 budget and water rates. The meeting includes proposals for new city ordinances regarding public safety fees and chronic nuisances, as well as several lease agreements.

• Ordinance adopting a $323,326,393 budget for fiscal year 2026
• Ordinance amending public safety impact fees
• Ordinance to enact the Chronic Nuisance Chapter
• Lease agreement with PNC Bank for 80 electric golf carts over 5 years
• Lease agreement with Zion’s Bank for golf course maintenance equipment over 5 years

The council voted to adopt Option 3 as the recommended water‑rate increase and tiered structure for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The motion passed 5‑2, with Councilors Bogdin, Garrett, Whipple, Handley, and Christensen in favor and Councilors MacKay and Hoban opposed. Staff will continue work on an urban‑farming exemption after the budget process.

• Adopted water‑rate Option 3 for FY 2025‑2026 (5‑2)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2025-2026 budgets for Provo City, the Stormwater Service District, and the Redevelopment Agency. The body will also consider several appointments and lease agreements for equipment.

• Public hearings for FY 2025-2026 budgets for Provo City, Stormwater Service District, and Redevelopment Agency
• Lease agreement with PNC Bank for 80 electric golf carts over 5 years
• Lease agreement with Zion’s Bank for golf course maintenance equipment over 5 years
• Proposal to place a 1.029 acre parcel adjacent to South Fork Park on the surplus property list
• Ordinance amending city code regarding covered parking structures on historic landmark properties

The Provo City Council unanimously appointed Ryan York as the city’s representative on the Metropolitan Water Board. It also placed a 1.029‑acre parcel near South Fork Park on the surplus property list and authorized the mayor to dispose of it. The council approved the 2025‑29 consolidated plan and funding recommendations. Finally, Danny Mitchell was appointed Provo City Constable for a six‑year term.

• Appointed Ryan York to the Metropolitan Water Board (6‑0)
• Placed 1.029‑acre parcel adjacent to South Fork Park on surplus list and authorized mayor to dispose (6‑0)
• Approved the 2025‑29 consolidated plan and first‑year funding recommendations (6‑0)
• Appointed Danny Mitchell as Provo City Constable (6‑0)

Planning Commission

All items on the May 28, 2025, agenda have been continued to June 11, 2025. No decisions were made during this meeting.

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a study session to discuss home tour planning. No formal actions or public comments are scheduled for this session.

• Study session regarding Home Tour Planning

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on May 20, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers or via hybrid broadcast. The meeting includes a roll call, prayer, and public comment period, followed by an action agenda with zoning changes and a mayoral board appointment.

• Rezone 3185 W 550 S from agricultural (A1.5) to airport industrial (AI) zone in Provo Bay neighborhood
• Rezone 2000 N Canyon Road from one-family residential (R1.8) to R1.6 zone in Pleasant View neighborhood
• Approve mayoral board appointment (25-031)
• Recognize Provo City Employee of the Month - May 2025 (25-007)

The council voted 6‑0 to reappoint Mario Markides to the Airport Board for a one‑year term. It also approved two zoning map amendments: changing 3185 West 550 South from agricultural to Airport Industrial, and changing 2000 N Canyon Road from R1.8 to R1.6. All three actions passed without opposition.

• Reappointed Mario Markides to the Airport Board (term ends 6/30/2026) – vote 6:0
• Amended zone map for 3185 West 550 South from A1.5 (agricultural) to AI (airport industrial) – vote 6:0
• Amended zone map for 2000 N Canyon Road from R1.8 to R1.6 (one‑family residential) – vote 6:0

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a work meeting to decide on two zoning changes and a surplus property action. It will also discuss year-end appropriations, the FY26 budget, and fee schedules. Several presentations on revenues, transfers, and supplemental requests are scheduled.

• Rezone 2000 N Canyon Road from R1.8 to R1.6 in Pleasant View
• Rezone 3185 W 550 S from A1.5 to AI zone in Provo Bay
• Place 1.029-acre parcel near South Fork Park on surplus list for disposal
• Authorize Council Chair to sign internal audit services contract with Richard H. Bowler
• Approve year-end appropriations for Airport, General, and Justice Court Funds

The council unanimously approved the May 6, 2025 work meeting minutes. It also voted 6‑0 to authorize the Council Chair to sign an engagement letter with Richard H. Bowler for internal audit services, limited to $10,000 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. No other agenda items were formally adopted at this meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2025 work meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Authorized Council Chair to sign internal audit engagement with Richard H. Bowler (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will hear a status report on the Dog Park Master Plan & Implementation Strategy and discuss cemetery operations ahead of Memorial Day. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes is also on the agenda.

• Dog Park Master Plan & Implementation Strategy Status Report (James Cornaby, Brent Potter)
• Cemetery Operations & Memorial Day Preparations (Matt Brimhall)
• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. The board received a status report on the Dog Park Master Plan, noting that site rankings will be presented at the next meeting. A cemetery operations update was given, including details about Memorial Day services on May 26. Discussion continued about possible water‑park development in Slate Canyon, but no action was taken.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a request to open a multi-use event space and a proposal to change parking requirements for historic homes. The body will also hold a study session regarding Station Area Plans.

• Conditional Use Permit for a reception center and craft market at 1595 N Freedom Blvd
• Proposed ordinance amendment to exempt Landmarks Registry homes from providing covered parking for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Study session on Station Area Plans

The commission approved, with conditions, a conditional use permit for Guilford A. Rand’s reception center at 1595 N Freedom Blvd., voting 5‑0. The commission also recommended that the Municipal Council approve an ordinance amendment exempting historic homes on the Landmarks Registry from providing covered parking for accessory dwelling units, also voting 5‑0.

• Approved conditional use permit for reception center at 1595 N Freedom Blvd. (5-0)
• Recommended ordinance amendment to exempt historic homes from covered parking for ADUs (5-0)

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 3 meeting will discuss a proposal to reclassify 12.56 acres of land from commercial to residential for townhomes. The body will also receive updates on the Provo Airport expansion and the Geneva Road project.

• Proposed General Plan Map Amendment for 150 townhomes at 1870 South 500 West
• Proposed Zone Map Amendment from FC3 to LDR for 12.56 acres at 1870 South 500 West
• Provo Airport Expansion update
• Off-leash dog park hours questionnaire
• UDOT Geneva Road project update

The meeting presented updates on the Provo Airport expansion, code‑enforcement activities, free‑tree programs, an off‑leash dog‑park survey, a rezoning proposal for 12.56 acres, Provo River channel improvements, the Geneva Road project, and a matching‑grant road‑cleanup effort. Residents voiced concerns about noise, safety and housing options. No formal actions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will tentatively adopt the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. Other action items include resolutions to declare a 11.136-acre parcel surplus for disposal, ordinances adjusting mayoral and councilor compensation, a zone change at 2087 West Center Street, and several interlocal agreements with the Redevelopment Agency concerning the Mountain Vista Business Park and Freedom Plaza project areas.

• Tentative adoption of the FY2025-26 city budget (resolution 25-025)
• Ordinance to amend mayoral compensation (25-010)
• Ordinance to amend councilor compensation (25-010)
• Disposal of 11.136-acre surplus parcel at southeast corner of Bulldog Lane and Lakeview Parkway (25-054)
• Zone change at 2087 West Center Street from R1.8 to General Commercial (CG) (PLRZ20230258)

The council adopted the tentative $6,209,436 budget for the Stormwater Service District with a 5‑1 vote. It also approved the Redevelopment Agency's tentative budget unanimously. A memorandum allowing the sale of Mountain Vista Business Park property was approved, and the Freedom Plaza tax‑increment participation was confirmed through two interlocal agreements.

• Approved $6,209,436 Stormwater Service District budget (5-1)
• Approved Redevelopment Agency tentative budget (6-0)
• Approved memorandum of agreement for Mountain Vista Business Park property sale (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Freedom Plaza interlocal agreement (Redevelopment Board) (6-0)
• Approved Freedom Plaza interlocal agreement with Redevelopment Agency (City Council) (6-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will hold a work meeting to receive presentations on the 2024 Sustainability Report, the Covey Center's 2025-2026 performance schedule, and Provo River channel enhancement. They will also discuss updates to the Council Handbook and consider an ordinance to rezone 2087 West Center Street from One Family Residential (R1.8) to General Commercial (CG). A closed meeting is planned for strategy sessions on pending litigation and real property matters.

• Presentation on Provo City 2024 Sustainability Report (25-058)
• Presentation on Covey Center's 2025-2026 performance schedule (25-059)
• Presentation on Provo River channel enhancement (25-057)
• Ordinance to rezone 2087 West Center Street from R1.8 to CG (PLRZ20230258)
• Closed meeting for litigation and property discussions

The council approved the April 22, March 11, and March 25 work‑meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Councilors Bogdin and MacKay moved, and the council unanimously (6‑0) adopted a Council Handbook amendment adding a Stormwater Service District section. The meeting was then closed by a unanimous (6‑0) motion.

• Approved April 22, March 11, and March 25 work‑meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Council Handbook update to include Stormwater Service District section (6‑0)
• Closed the meeting (6‑0)

Neighborhood Districts

This Neighborhood District 2 meeting includes department updates and a preliminary presentation on a potential development southeast of the State Hospital in the Provost Neighborhood. Residents will hear the proposal, submit written questions, give public comment, and participate in an opinion poll. The meeting also covers an Oak Hills Landmarks House Tour, off-leash dog hours questionnaire, and matching grant/service project updates.

• Preliminary development presentation for area southeast of State Hospital in Provost Neighborhood
• Off-leash dog hours questionnaire for existing parks
• Oak Hills Landmarks House Tour by Landmarks Commission Chair David Amott
• Neighborhood District 2 Matching Grant and Service Project Updates
• Public comment and opinion poll on the proposed development

The meeting provided updates on the Oak Hills Landmarks House Tour, a proposal for off‑leash dog hours in existing parks, and a $7,200 matching grant that will fund a radar speed sign and support Provo Parks. It announced upcoming service projects on May 3 and May 17 and presented a preliminary Splash Summit water‑park development concept for community feedback. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on infill housing and single-family lot splits, then public hearings on three items: a rezoning to create 19 single-family lots on Canyon Road, a zone change and concept plan for a warehouse expansion near the airport, and a citywide code amendment to remove or limit certain uses including data processing and power substations. Items with a star require final approval by the Municipal Council on May 20, 2025.

• Rezone 3.8 acres at 2000 N Canyon Road from R1.8 to R1.6 to create 19 single-family lots
• Rezone 3185 W 550 S from Agricultural to Airport Industrial for warehouse expansion
• Concept plan approval for flex warehouse at 3185 W 550 S
• City policy to remove or limit Data Processing Services, Electricity Regulating Substations, and Electric Small Generation as permitted uses

The Provo Planning Commission met on April 23, 2025 to discuss several zone map amendment requests and a city policy proposal. The minutes include staff recommendations and background information but do not show any approvals, denials, or vote counts. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented in this record.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council is discussing and may take action on several ordinances and resolutions including a boundary adjustment with Springville, placing an 11.136-acre parcel on the surplus property list, and multiple zone changes. They will also hear presentations on the FY2026 budgets for fleet, library, parks, and police, as well as updates on code enforcement, elected official compensation, and the 2025-29 Consolidated Plan. The Redevelopment Agency board will consider a memorandum of agreement with BCP Ironton, LLC for property in Mountain Vista Business Park.

• Ordinance adjusting boundary with Springville along 1400 North (25-021)
• Resolution to place 11.136-acre parcel at Bulldog Lane and Lakeview Parkway on surplus list (25-054)
• Ordinance rezoning 1780 South State Street from A1.5 to PIC Zone (PLRZ20240369)
• Ordinance rezoning 3433 N 100 E from PO to SSC and LDR Zones (PLRZ20250082)
• RDA resolution approving agreement with BCP Ironton, LLC for Mountain Vista Business Park (25-055)

The council discussed an ordinance to adjust the Provo‑Springville boundary, a surplus‑property resolution, a development‑agreement amendment, several zoning amendments, and updates on code enforcement and fleet budgeting. The minutes do not record any votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions on these items.

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Year One Annual Action Plan, and vote on a resolution to join Bee City USA with a corresponding zoning ordinance. Several ordinances are proposed, including amendments to water and transportation utility fees, code enforcement fines, rezoning of multiple properties, and an adjustment of the boundary with Springville.

• Public hearing on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Year One Annual Action Plan (item 4)
• Resolution to join Bee City USA and ordinance to add a Bee City USA appendix to the Conservation and Resiliency Plan (items 2 & 3)
• Ordinance amending water fees on the Consolidated Fee Schedule (item 13)
• Ordinance amending Transportation Utility Fee fund use and the Consolidated Fee Schedule (item 12)
• City-wide ordinance amending permitted uses and floor area ratio in the Specialty Support Commercial (SSC) Zone (item 8)

The council voted 5-2 to approve an agreement with the Xerces Society, making Provo a member of Bee City USA. It also unanimously adopted an ordinance adding a Bee City USA appendix to the Conservation and Resiliency Plan, repealed outdated references to the Utah Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, and updated city code fees and fines. A public hearing on the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan was opened and will remain open for comment until June 3, 2026.

• Approved Bee City USA agreement (5-2)
• Adopted ordinance adding Bee City USA appendix to Conservation Plan (7-0)
• Approved ordinance repealing Utah Alcoholic Beverage Control Act references (7-0)
• Approved ordinance updating code fees and fines (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan (no vote)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will receive a presentation on the FY26 Parks and Recreation budget. Additionally, the meeting includes an introduction to the Covey Center Feasibility Study.

• FY26 Parks and Recreation Budget Presentation
• Covey Center Feasibility Study Introduction
• Approval of March 20, 2025, meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. A preliminary FY26 Parks and Recreation budget was presented for review before the City Council. The board decided to commission a feasibility study, selecting Victus Advisors, to explore expanding or relocating the Covey Center for the Arts.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Commissioned Covey Center feasibility study, selecting Victus Advisors (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Provo Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing to decide whether to approve a project plan for a roughly 300-square-foot office addition at 268 W Center Street in the DT1 zone. The proposal includes a reduction of one vehicular parking stall in exchange for adding two long-term and two short-term bicycle parking spaces. Staff recommends approval, and the Landmarks Commission has already approved the design for the historic district.

• Project plan for 300 sq ft office addition at 268 W Center Street in the DT1 (General Downtown) Zone
• Reduction of one required vehicle parking stall for increased bicycle parking (two long-term, two short-term)
• Property is within the Downtown Provo Historic District; certificate of appropriateness already obtained
• Staff recommendation: approve the project plan application

The Administrative Hearing Officer approved the project plan for an office addition at 268 W Center Street in the DT1 (General Downtown) zone. Approval includes a condition that two long‑term and two short‑term bicycle racks be installed before the final Certificate of Occupancy is issued. The decision follows the staff recommendation and no public comments were made.

• Approved Project Plan for office addition with condition to install two long‑term and two short‑term bike racks before final Certificate of Occupancy

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 1 meeting will feature presentations on the Wildland Urban Interface Program, emergency preparedness, proposed water rates, and an off-leash dog park questionnaire. Planning items include two proposed zone changes: one to subdivide 3.8 acres at 2000 N Canyon Rd, and a larger mixed-use development at 3433 N 100 E that would require code amendments for drive-thru restaurants and indoor self-storage. Additional updates cover 2200 North, social event ideas, and a police safety report.

• Proposed zone change from R1.8 to R1.6 to subdivide 3.8 acres into 6,000 sq ft lots at 2000 N Canyon Rd
• Proposed zone change from PO to LDR and SSC for a 2.35-acre mixed-use development with six townhomes, retail center, and indoor self-storage at 3433 N 100 E
• Proposed ordinance changes to Provo City Code Sections 14.47.120 and 14.47.130 for drive-thru restaurants and temperature-controlled storage
• Presentation on proposed water rates by Public Works
• Off-leash dog park questionnaire from the Council Office

The District 1 board scheduled its next meeting for July 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM. No formal votes or approvals were taken; proposals on water rates, zoning changes, and social events were presented for future consideration. Residents participated in an opinion poll on two zoning proposals, with 25‑1 in favor of the PO‑to‑LDR change and 19‑0 in favor of the related text amendment. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Scheduled next Neighborhood District 1 meeting for July 16, 2025 (no vote)
• Conducted resident opinion poll on PO‑to‑LDR zoning change (25 in favor, 1 against)
• Conducted resident opinion poll on text amendment for storage units (19 in favor, 0 against)

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a site visit at a historic site at 1886 S Industrial Pkwy on April 16, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. No formal presentations, public comment, or actions are scheduled; those are reserved for future public hearings. The agenda is procedural only, with no specific items for decision.

• Site visit to historic property at 1886 S Industrial Pkwy
• No formal decisions or public hearings at this meeting

The commission toured the historic McWane Ductile building at 1886 S Industrial Pkwy. The visit was for informational purposes only and no formal actions were taken.

Planning Commission

The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on six items, including a General Plan text amendment to add a Bee City USA appendix, a zone change for an event space at 2087 W Center Street, and a new office warehouse at 663 E Lakeview Pkwy. The Commission will also consider a residential lot split at 1001 E Cedar Ave. A study session precedes the hearing at 5 PM.

• General Plan amendment to add Bee City USA affiliation commitment as Appendix C of the Conservation and Resiliency Plan
• Zone Map Amendment from R1.8 to CG at 2087 W Center Street for an event space
• Project Plan approval for a new office warehouse in the PIC zone at 663 E Lakeview Pkwy
• Zone Map Amendment from R1.8 to LDR at 1001 E Cedar Ave to create a new single-family lot
• Concept plan for a two-lot residential subdivision at 1001 E Cedar Ave

The April 9, 2025 Planning Commission agenda listed items for public hearing, including a General Plan amendment to add a Bee City USA appendix and several zone map and concept plan requests. The minutes contain staff reports, alternative actions, and background information but do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies. Therefore, no substantive decisions are documented in these minutes.

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will hold a regular meeting including presentations, public comment, and several action items. They will consider resolutions appropriating $383,532 for Fire Department needs and transferring $1 million to the insurance and claims fund, as well as an ordinance adding data centers as a permitted use in Airport Zones. Other items include an interlocal agreement for vote-by-mail elections and a zone map amendment for 3410 W Center Street.

• Resolution appropriating $383,532 from General Fund for Fire Department needs (25-044)
• Resolution transferring $1 million from General Fund to insurance and claims fund (25-043)
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Utah County for vote-by-mail 2025 municipal elections (25-050)
• Ordinance amending zone map at 3410 W Center Street from A1.10 to AI zone (PLRZ20240374)
• Ordinance adding data centers as permitted use in Airport Zones (PLOTA20240373)

The council unanimously approved a $383,532 appropriation for the Fire Department. It also approved a $1 million transfer from the General Fund to the insurance and claims fund. Finally, the council authorized the mayor to sign an interlocal agreement with Utah County for a vote‑by‑mail municipal election. All three motions passed 6‑0.

• Approved $383,532 Fire Department appropriation (6-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 transfer to insurance and claims fund (6-0)
• Authorized mayor to approve interlocal vote‑by‑mail election agreement (6-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a work meeting discussing several items: a proposed repeal of City Code Chapter 9.41, presentations on the FY2026 budget for Public Works, Airport, Energy, and Development Services, amendments to water and transportation utility fees, property tax discussion, and zoning changes for a property at 3410 W Center Street and for data centers in Airport Zones. A closed session is also scheduled for litigation and real property matters.

• Discussion on proposed repeal of Provo City Code Chapter 9.41 (25-047)
• Ordinance amending Zone Map for 3410 W Center Street from A1.10 to AI Zone (PLRZ20240374)
• Discussion on ordinances amending water fees and implementing tiered water fees on the Consolidated Fee Schedule (25-048, 25-013)
• Discussion on property tax (25-046)
• Ordinance adding data centers as permitted use in Airport Zones (PLOTA20240373) and discussion on data centers and self-serve power plants (25-049)

The council approved the March 25 and February 11 work meeting minutes with the requested changes, voting 6-0. It adopted recommendations to raise water fees by 5% in the first year and to implement a tiered water fee structure, both motions passing 6-0 and set for a formal vote at the April 22 regular meeting. Councilors also voted unanimously to strike Section 5.08.060(ii) of the Transportation Utility Fee ordinance, sending a revised version to the April 22 meeting. No formal actions were taken on property tax, airport, or energy budget items.

• Approved minutes with requested changes (6-0)
• Adopted recommendation for 5% water fee increase first year (6-0)
• Adopted recommendation to include rate increase schedule in annual review (6-0)
• Adopted recommendation for tiered water fee structure (6-0)
• Struck Section 5.08.060(ii) of TUF ordinance, to revisit at April 22 meeting (6-0)
• No action taken on property tax discussion
• No action taken on FY2026 Airport budget presentation
• No action taken on FY2026 Energy budget presentation

Planning Commission Administrative Hearings

The Planning Commission will hold administrative hearings to decide on a new commercial building project and a conditional use permit for an event space. Both items are located in the Carterville Neighborhood.

• Project plan for a 4,500 square foot multi-tenant commercial building at 431 W 2310 N
• Conditional Use Permit for a reception center and craft market at 1595 N Freedom Blvd
• Proposed occupancy cap of 88 individuals for 1595 N Freedom Blvd based on 22 parking spaces

The Administrative Hearing Officer approved Brighton Development's project plan for a 4,500‑square‑foot multi‑tenant commercial building at 431 W 2310 N. The officer also approved a conditional use permit for Beehive Bazaar LLC at 1595 N Freedom Blvd, with conditions that occupancy be capped at 88 persons and a business license be obtained. Both decisions follow staff recommendations.

• Approved Brighton Development project plan for 4,500 sq ft commercial building (Item 1)
• Approved conditional use permit for Beehive Bazaar LLC with occupancy cap 88 and business‑license condition (Item 2)

Planning Commission

The Provo City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments and concept plans, including a rezoning for a flex office/warehouse development and a townhome project. A study session on Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) concepts will precede the hearings, and the commission will elect a new chair and vice chair.

• Rezone 2.82 acres at 1780 S State Street from Agricultural to Planned Industrial Commercial for Pronghorn Business Park (flex office/warehouse).
• Rezone at 130 S 2050 West to allow 19 townhomes with a Performance Development Overlay.
• Citywide ordinance amendment to permit drive-thru restaurants and indoor storage facilities in the Specialty Support Commercial zone.
• Rezone 2.35 acres at 3433 N 100 E for a mixed-use development with six townhomes, retail, and indoor self-storage.
• Election of new Planning Commission chair and vice chair.

The March 26, 2025 Planning Commission meeting agenda listed several zone map amendment and concept plan requests, as well as an ordinance text amendment and the election of a new chair. The minutes contain staff reports and recommendations but do not record any approved, denied, or tabulated actions.

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will hold a work meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including resolutions to appropriate funds, a zone map amendment for an agritourism overlay at 2601 West 280 South, and presentations on the FY2026 budget and Capital Improvement Plan. They will also discuss code enforcement, ADU enforcement, elderly housing extra living space, and establishing a nominating commission for city constable. A closed meeting is scheduled for strategy sessions on litigation and property matters.

• Resolution appropriating $65,057 in general fund for sales tax increment payment to East Bay Shopping Center (25-045)
• Ordinance to rezone 2601 West 280 South from Agricultural (A1.1) to Agricultural with Agritourism Overlay (A1.1(AT)) (PLRZ20230196)
• Resolution transferring $1 million from General Fund to insurance and claims fund (25-043)
• Resolution appropriating $175,000 in general fund for fire department needs (25-044)
• Discussion on future land use maps for Station Area Plans (25-032)

The council adopted a resolution to appropriate $65,057 from the general fund for a sales‑tax increment payment to East Bay Shopping Center. A motion to end monthly ADU enforcement presentations and shift them to quarterly email updates was approved unanimously (7‑0). Another motion to keep current qualifications for extra living space for seniors while adding a safety‑inspection requirement also passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved $65,057 appropriation for East Bay Shopping Center (vote not recorded)
• Motion to discontinue monthly ADU enforcement presentations, provide quarterly email updates passed 7:0
• Motion to maintain senior extra‑living‑space qualifications and add safety‑inspection requirement passed 7:0

City Council Meetings

The Council will vote on several funding resolutions, including wastewater plant improvements and fire engine financing. The meeting also includes zoning changes for specific properties and a citywide text amendment regarding airport zones.

• Appropriation of $30,780,907 in the wastewater fund for water reclamation plant improvements
• Reclassification of 0.29 acres at 4150 North Canyon Road from RA to R1.10 zone
• Appropriation of $351,655 for two fire truck leases and legal fees
• Reclassification of property at 2601 West 280 South to Agricultural with Agritourism Overlay
• Proposed text amendment to allow Data Centers and Self-Serve Power Plants in Airport Zones

The council voted 7-0 to rezone about 0.29 acres at 4150 North Canyon Road from Residential Agricultural to One‑Family Residential. The council also voted 7-0 to appropriate $30,780,907 from the wastewater fund for water reclamation plant improvements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• Approved rezoning of 0.29 acres at 4150 N. Canyon Rd to R1.10 (7-0)
• Approved $30,780,907 wastewater‑fund appropriation for water reclamation plant (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Provo Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss a ballot initiative for the renewal of Recreation, Arts, and Parks for 2025. The board will also receive updates regarding Peaks Arena and Olympic preparations.

• Ballot Initiative for Renewal 2025 regarding Recreation, Arts, and Parks
• Peaks Arena/Olympic Preparations update

The board approved the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then voted to recommend that Provo place the RAP tax on the November ballot to renew it for another ten years, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended RAP tax renewal on November ballot (unanimous)

Neighborhood Districts

This Neighborhood District 5 meeting includes a preliminary discussion on a proposed student apartment project in the Joaquin Neighborhood. Other items include a questionnaire on off-leash dog hours, election of board officers, and updates on traffic studies and matching grants. The public can attend in person or via Zoom.

• Questionnaire on off-leash dog hours in parks
• Preliminary discussion on proposed student apartment project in Joaquin Neighborhood
• Election of District 5 Chair, Vice Chairs, and Secretary
• Results of traffic studies for 100 N 600-900 W and 100 S 1000 W
• Request for traffic study on 300 South 700 West

The District 5 board elected Daniel Friend as chair and Laura Levitt and Sariah Hillam as vice chairs, each motion passing unanimously. No secretary was nominated. The board also approved a traffic study for the 300 South and 700 West intersection, adding it to their five allotted studies for the year.

• Daniel Friend elected Chair (unanimous)
• Laura Levitt elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Sariah Hillam elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• No secretary nominated
• Approved traffic study for 300 S & 700 W intersection

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a study session to discuss Home Tour Planning. The meeting is for discussion only, with formal action and public comment reserved for a later public hearing.

• Discussion of Home Tour Planning

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint training session. Three training items are on the agenda: roles and responsibilities, development agreements, and initial ownership rental restrictions. No formal decisions will be made.

• Training on Municipal Council and Planning Commission roles and responsibilities (25-041)
• Training on Development Agreement (25-041)
• Training on Initial Ownership Rental Restrictions (25-041)

The Provo City Council and Planning Commission held a joint meeting featuring training sessions by City Attorney Brian Jones on their respective roles, development agreements, and a proposed initial ownership rental restriction strategy. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused. The rental restriction approach, which would bar rentals for the first year of ownership via deed restrictions, was discussed but not voted on.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the joint meeting
• Training provided on Council and Planning Commission roles and responsibilities
• Training provided on development agreements and their legal framework
• Discussed initial ownership rental restrictions strategy (one-year rental ban via CCNRs)
• Discussed land use notification process improvements (500-foot radius, signage)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new Walmart Supercenter and a proposed industrial campus. The body will also discuss updates to the Title 14 rewrite during a study session.

• Project Plan approval for a Walmart Supercenter and fuel center at 1957 South 500 West
• Zone Map Amendment from A1.10 (Agricultural) to AI (Airport Industrial) at 3420 West Center Street
• Concept Plan approval for a flex/industrial campus at 3420 West Center Street
• Title 14 rewrite update discussion

The Provo Planning Commission approved the project plan for a new Walmart Supercenter and fuel center at approximately 1957 South 500 West, with conditions including addressing remaining Coordinator Review Committee comments and recording a final subdivision. The Commission also recommended approval of a zone map amendment and approved a concept plan for a flex/industrial campus near the Provo River, both subject to conditions and further City Council action.

• Approved Walmart Supercenter project plan (7-0) with conditions: address CRC comments, record final subdivision, and approved parking reduction from 880 to 791 spaces
• Recommended approval of zone map amendment from A1.10 to AI at 3420 West Center Street (7-0) with conditions: record development agreement, City Council surplus sale, and developer purchase
• Approved concept plan for flex/industrial campus at 3420 West Center Street (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting on March 11, 2025. Key actions include voting on an interlocal agreement with Utah County for $19.5 million in airport terminal expansion funding, approving sales tax increment payments to The Shops at Riverwoods ($20,115) and Parkway Village ($84,784), and considering zoning changes including a rezoning at 4122 North Canyon Road and amendments to lot size and group quarter rules. The meeting also includes a recognition of Provo City as a Digital Inclusion Trailblazer and a police badge ceremony.

• Interlocal agreement with Utah County for $19.5 million airport terminal expansion (item 7-8)
• Appropriation of $20,115 sales tax increment payment to The Shops at Riverwoods (item 5)
• Appropriation of $84,784 sales tax increment payment to Parkway Village (item 6)
• Transfer of $650,124 from general fund to airport fund for loan payment (item 9)
• Rezoning 0.82 acres at 4122 North Canyon Road from RA to R1.10 zone (item 11)

The Provo City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Utah County for $78 million to fund the airport terminal expansion, along with a $19.5 million appropriation from the county contribution. The council also approved several other items, including RDA agreements, consent agenda payments, and zoning changes. A proposed ordinance to reduce the agritourism overlay minimum lot size was approved, and a group quarters ordinance was amended to make it a conditional use.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Utah County for $78M airport terminal expansion (6-1)
• Appropriated $19.5M in airport fund from Utah County contribution (7-0)
• Approved RDA services agreement amendment for 80% director compensation reimbursement (7-0)
• Consented to appointment of Melissa McNally as RDA director (7-0)
• Approved $20,115 payment to The Shops at Riverwoods and $84,784 to Parkway Village (7-0)
• Approved rezone of 0.82 acres at 4122 North Canyon Road from RA to R1.10 (7-0), later reconsidered and continued
• Approved ordinance reducing agritourism overlay minimum lot size to 1 acre (5-2)
• Approved group quarters as conditional use in PO zone on Center Street (6-1)

City Council Meetings

This work meeting includes ordinances to amend minimum lot sizes in the Agritourism Overlay Zone, rezone 0.82 acres at 4122 North Canyon Road from RA to R1.10, and allow group quarters in the Professional Office Zone. Discussions cover future land use maps for Station Area Plans and proposed time-limited off-leash hours for dogs in city parks. Resolutions seek approval for $353,172 in lease financing for two fire trucks and a $30,780,907 appropriation via revenue bonds for water reclamation plant improvements. Budget presentations are scheduled for Administrative Services, Council Office, Legal, Human Resources, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Ordinance to change minimum lot size in Agritourism Overlay Zone (PLOTA20240383)
• Rezone 0.82 acres at 4122 North Canyon Road from RA to R1.10 (PLRZ20250003)
• Resolution approving $353,172 lease financing for two fire trucks (25-033)
• Resolution appropriating $30,780,907 from revenue bonds for water reclamation plant improvements (25-037)
• Discussion on future land use maps for Station Area Plans (25-032)

The Provo City Council held a work meeting on March 11, 2025, discussing multiple items but taking only one formal vote. The Council voted 4-3 to discuss potential off-leash dog hours (limited to 6:00-8:00 a.m.) at each of the upcoming five district meetings to gather community feedback on designating one park per district for off-leash use. All other items were discussions or presentations with no formal action taken.

• Approved motion to discuss off-leash dog hours at district meetings (4-3)
• Discussed agritourism overlay lot size amendment, no action
• Discussed rezone at 4122 North Canyon Road, no action
• Discussed group quarters in Professional Office Zone, no action
• Discussed station area plans future land use maps, no action
• Discussed FY2026 budgets for multiple departments, no action
• Discussed lease financing for two fire trucks, no action
• Discussed battery ordinance and proper lookout amendment, no action

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 4 meeting will discuss two proposed zone changes: one from RC to CR for an 8-unit apartment at 71 West 880 North, and another from MP to LDR for a six-townhome development at 1200 North Independence Ave. Updates will be given on the 820 North Bridge reconstruction and plans for the Provo River Trail along Moon River Drive. The board will vote on 2025 leadership and review matching grant proposals for traffic signs and trail improvements.

• Proposed zone change for 8-unit apartment at 71 West 880 North (RC to CR, planner Dustin Wright)
• Proposed zone change for six townhomes at 1200 North Independence Ave (MP to LDR, planner Mary Barnes)
• Update on 820 North Bridge reconstruction by Engineer David Michelsen
• Plans for Provo River Trail along Moon River Drive and southside of Grandview Hill
• 1750 West Traffic Study results presented by Neighborhood Coordinator Rachel Breen

The Neighborhood District 4 meeting approved its executive board leadership positions by show of hands, including Eric Chase and Beth Hedengren as co-chairs. Residents heard updates on the 820 North bridge reconstruction (construction expected to start June/July 2025), Provo River Trail improvements (construction likely winter 2025/2026), and two proposed zone changes for new housing developments. The board also took votes on how to spend a $7,500 matching grant, with 'Your Speed Is' signs receiving the most votes.

• Approved executive board leadership: co-chairs Eric Chase and Beth Hedengren, vice chairs David Alderks and Kristen Cramer, secretary Steven Burton
• Heard 820 North bridge update: design at 90%, construction expected June/July 2025, full closure planned
• Heard Provo River Trail plan: wider trail, lighting, undercrossings; construction likely winter 2025/2026
• Discussed zone change at 71 W 880 N from RC to CR for 8-unit apartment building
• Discussed zone change at 1200 N Independence Ave from MP to LDR for 6 townhomes
• Voted on $7,500 matching grant uses: 'Your Speed Is' signs (25 votes), wheelchair accessibility at Lions Park (18 votes)
• Reported Enigma event center permit for Fuego Fridays revoked by Provo City
• Reported protected left turn installed at Grandview Lane/1720 N and State Street

Planning Commission

The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on February 26, 2025, to consider three items: a text amendment to allow data centers and self-serve power plants in the Airport Industrial zone (citywide), a zone map amendment to apply the Agritourism Overlay to 8.86 acres at 2601 West 280 South for an event center, and a project plan for a wedding event building on the same property. A study session will also discuss future land use maps for Station Area Plans. Items marked with a star require subsequent approval by the Municipal Council on March 25, 2025.

• Text amendment to Section 14.17D.020 to add data centers and self-serve power plants as permitted uses in Airport Industrial zone (citywide, affects ~30 acres)
• Zone map amendment to apply Agritourism (AT) Overlay to 8.86 agricultural acres at 2601 West 280 South to build an event center
• Project plan approval for a new wedding event building in proposed A1.5(AT) zone at same address
• Study session discussion on future land use maps for Station Area Plans
• Staff recommendation for text amendment with conditions on emissions, low water usage, and utility infrastructure

The Provo Planning Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to allow data centers and self-serve power plants in Airport Industrial zones, forwarding it to the Municipal Council with conditions. The Commission also recommended approval of an Agritourism Overlay Zone for a proposed event center and approved the related project plan for the building.

• Recommended approval of airport zone text amendment to allow data centers and self-serve power plants (4-3)
• Recommended approval of Agritourism Overlay Zone for 8.86 acres at 2601 West 280 South (7-0)
• Approved project plan for 2,965 sq ft wedding event building at 2601 West 280 South, subject to zone change (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency will discuss the FY2026 budget and housing initiatives. The body is reviewing several fund appropriations for sales tax payments and airport expansion.

• Appropriation of $19,500,000 in the Airport Fund for terminal expansion
• Interlocal agreement with Utah County for airport terminal expansion funding
• Transfer of $650,124 from general fund to airport fund for loan payment
• Appropriation of $84,784 for Parkway Village and $20,115 for The Shops at Riverwoods
• Discussion on HTRZ potential of the Provo Towne Centre Mall

The Provo City Council held a work meeting with no formal votes. They reviewed ADU enforcement progress, FY2026 budget calendar and revenue projections, discussed HTRZ potential for Provo Towne Centre Mall, and heard presentations on attainable housing and transportation utility fund legislation. No decisions were made; items were for discussion only.

• No formal votes taken; all items were informational or discussion-only
• Reviewed January ADU enforcement: 10 cases closed, 18 new cases opened
• Heard FY2026 budget calendar with final adoption set for June 17, 2025
• Discussed HTRZ potential for Provo Towne Centre Mall
• Reviewed $20,115 sales tax incentive payment to The Shops at Riverwoods
• Reviewed $84,784 sales tax incentive payment to Parkway Village
• Reviewed $650,124 interfund loan payment and $160,071 interest appropriation for Airport Fund
• Discussed $19.5M airport terminal expansion appropriation and Utah County interlocal agreement

City Council Meetings

The Provo Municipal Council will consider an ordinance amending the city election code and a resolution to declare a parcel at 3100 West 240 North as surplus property, authorizing the mayor to dispose of it. The meeting also includes a presentation of the February Employee of the Month and a public comment period.

• Ordinance amending city election code (25-010)
• Resolution to place parcel at 3100 West 240 North on surplus list and authorize disposal (25-019)
• Provo City Employee of the Month for February 2025 recognition

The Provo City Council approved two items: an ordinance updating the city's election code to align with Utah state law, and a resolution to declare a 14,000-square-foot parcel near 3100 West 240 North as surplus and authorize its sale for $36,000. Both passed unanimously 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-16 amending city election code (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-4 to surplus and sell parcel at 3100 West 240 North for $36,000 (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal disputing a Zone Verification for a car wash in the SC1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) Zone at 3645 N Canyon Road. No other items are on the agenda. Public comment is invited.

• Appeal by Walter Keane on behalf of Daniel Larson regarding a Zone Verification for a car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road (Edgemont Neighborhood, case PLABA20240346)

The Provo City Board of Adjustment denied an appeal disputing a zone verification for a car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road. The board voted 5-0 to deny the appeal, affirming the amended zone verification that lists an open code enforcement case. The decision was based on staff findings that the verification accurately reflects city records.

• Denied appeal of zone verification for car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Provo Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and a department reaccreditation overview. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other board discussions.

• Capital Improvement Plan overview
• Department reaccreditation overview
• Approval of January 16, 2025, meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on February 20, 2025, and approved the January 16, 2025 meeting minutes. Staff presented an overview of the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, including funding sources and upcoming projects, but no formal decisions were made on the plan. The board also heard an update on the department's reaccreditation process.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 3 meeting will discuss multiple proposed zone changes and development projects, including a mixed-use development, townhomes, and industrial expansions. The agenda also includes an update on the Epic Regional Sports Park, election of officers, matching grant ideas, and traffic study results.

• Proposed zone change for a 4.17-acre mixed-use development at 1560 S 1100 W in Lakewood Neighborhood
• Proposed zone change for 19 townhomes at 130 S 2050 W in Provo Bay Neighborhood
• Proposed zone change to expand Kenny Seng Construction property at 814 S Lakeview Pkwy
• Ordinance text amendment for Lakeview Fields Subdivision Phase 2 at 3000 W 2000 N
• Two proposed zone changes for industrial/flex space at 3420 W Center St and 3185 W 550 S

The Neighborhood District 3 board heard presentations on several proposed zone changes, including commercial and residential projects, but took no formal votes. The board approved its new chair, vice chair, and secretary by consensus. Traffic studies were presented, and no all-way stops were warranted at the studied intersections.

• Approved Andrew Terry as chair, Hailey Glenn as vice chair, Brooke Barnes as secretary (consensus)
• Heard proposed zone change from A1.5 and RA to CG and VLDR at 1560 S 1100 W (no action)
• Heard proposed PD overlay for R1.8 at 130 S 2050 W for Lakeview Village (no action)
• Heard proposed zone change from PF to AI at 814 S Lakeview Pkwy (no action)
• Heard proposed ordinance text amendment for SDP4 zone at 3000 W 2000 N (no action)
• Heard proposed zone change from A1.10 to AI at 3420 W Center St (no action)
• Heard proposed zone change from A1.5 to AI at 3185 W 550 S (no action)

Landmarks Commission

The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a study session on February 19, 2025. The meeting is dedicated to planning for 2025.

• Study Session – Planning for 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items, including a request to revoke a conditional use permit for a dance hall due to 82 police calls since 2022. Also up for discussion are ordinance changes to reduce minimum lot size in the Agritourism Overlay from 5 to 1 acre and to allow group quarters in the Professional Office zone, plus a zone map amendment at 4122 N Canyon Road for a two-lot subdivision. A study session on variances versus conditional uses precedes the hearings.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit PLCUP20190309 for a dance hall at 1700 N State Street (Carterville neighborhood)
• Ordinance text amendment to reduce minimum lot size in Agritourism Overlay Zone from 5 acres to 1 acre (citywide)
• Ordinance text amendment to add Group Quarters as a permitted use in the PO (Professional Office) Zone (citywide)
• Zone map amendment from RA to R1.10 at 4122 N Canyon Road for a two-lot residential subdivision (North Timpview neighborhood)

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council approved an updated list of priorities for fiscal year 2026 in a 6-0 vote. The priorities include housing and owner occupancy, employee retention for public safety personnel, and pedestrian safety with a focus on sidewalks around schools. The council also approved appointments to the Elected Official Compensation Commission in a 5-0 vote. Several other items were discussed but no formal action was taken during the work meeting.

• Approved FY2026 council priorities: housing/owner occupancy, public safety retention, pedestrian safety (6-0)
• Approved appointments of David Wright, David Shipley, Michaelann Gardner to Elected Official Compensation Commission (5-0)
• Discussed boundary adjustment with Springville along 1400 North; advanced to evening meeting
• Discussed surplus property at 3100 West 240 North; moved to Feb 25 meeting
• Discussed zone map amendments at 916 W 1150 S, 1122 S 900 E, 895 W 2000 N, 2000 N Canyon Rd; all advanced to evening meeting
• Discussed water fee amendments with tiered rates and rate increase; no formal action
• Discussed multifamily amenities ordinance with point-based system; advanced to evening meeting
• Discussed housing finance tools and Slate Canyon PID; no formal action, further info requested

City Council Meetings

The Provo City Council will consider an ordinance creating a new Airport Department and a resolution consenting to the mayor's appointment of an airport director. The agenda also includes multiple zone map amendments, a boundary adjustment with Springville, amendments to multifamily amenity requirements, and an update to water fees on the consolidated fee schedule. A quarterly fiscal report will be presented, and public comment will be taken.

• Ordinance creating the Airport Department
• Resolution consenting to appointment of airport director
• Rezoning of 1.62 acres at 1122 South 900 East from light manufacturing (M1) to medium density residential (MDR)
• Rezoning at 895 West 2000 North from Residential Conservation (RC) to Low Density Residential (LDR)
• Ordinance amending water fees on the Provo City consolidated fee schedule

The Provo City Council approved creating an independent Airport Department and appointing Brian Torgeson as its director, both by 7-0 votes. It also approved several rezones, including a 1.62-acre property at 1122 South 900 East to medium-density residential (7-0) and a 0.74-acre property at 916 West 1150 S to R1.6 (7-0), but narrowly approved a rezone at 895 West 2000 North to low-density residential (4-3). The council tabled a proposed water rate increase and tiered rate structure to allow for more public education and exploration of alternative funding.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-11 creating the Airport Department (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2 consenting to Brian Torgeson as airport director (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-12 rezoning 1122 South 900 East to MDR (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-13 rezoning 895 West 2000 North to LDR (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-14 rezoning 916 West 1150 S to R1.6 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-3 for boundary adjustment with Springville (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-15 amending multifamily amenity code (7-0)
• Tabled water rate increase and tiered rate structure (7-0 to continue discussion)

Neighborhood Districts

This is a special all-districts neighborhood meeting for Provo residents, featuring a report card from Mayor Michelle Kaufusi and introductions of city department directors. Attendees will then break into groups to ask questions of the mayor and directors. No specific legislative or budgetary decisions are on the agenda; the focus is community engagement and information sharing.

• Mayor Kaufusi's 'Provo City Report Card' presentation
• Introduction of Provo City Department Directors
• Breakout groups for residents’ questions with the Mayor and directors
• List of upcoming Neighborhood District meetings (February–April 2025)

The meeting was informational, with Mayor Kaufusi reporting on city achievements and upcoming projects. No formal votes or decisions were taken. Residents asked questions in breakout sessions, including about recycling, water rates, and airport transit.

• No formal decisions were made at this meeting

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 2 meeting will discuss a proposed zone map amendment from A1.5 Agricultural to PIC Planned Industrial Commercial for a flex office/warehouse development at 1780 South State Street. The meeting also includes an election for district officers, presentation of the Oregon Avenue Traffic Study results, and a vote on a matching grant proposal for radar speed signs at Locust Lane and Briar Avenue. Introductions of new board members for each neighborhood will take place.

• Proposed zone map amendment from A1.5 to PIC at 1780 South State Street for flex office/warehouse
• Election for District 2 Chair, Vice Chairs, and Secretary
• Oregon Avenue Traffic Study results presentation
• Matching grant proposal and vote for radar speed signs at Locust Lane and Briar Avenue
• State Street cleanup event on May 3rd with BikeWalk

The Neighborhood District 2 board voted 11-0 to approve a matching grant application for radar speed signs on Locust Lane and Briar Avenue near Wasatch Elementary School. The board also approved a State Street cleanup project for May 3rd. A straw poll on a proposed rezoning near Treeside Charter School showed 17 opposed and 2 in favor, but the poll was non-binding.

• Approved radar speed sign matching grant project (11-0)
• Approved State Street cleanup service project for May 3rd
• Selected Ruth Eldredge Thomas as chair, Katherine Hall and Kevin Cook as vice chairs, Tana Hoover as secretary
• Conducted non-binding straw poll on PIC rezoning near Treeside Charter School (17 opposed, 2 in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal from Walter Keane on behalf of Daniel Larson disputing a Zone Verification for a car wash in the SC1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) Zone at 3645 N Canyon Road. The hearing is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Appeal of Zone Verification for a car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road in the SC1 Zone, Edgemont Neighborhood

The Provo City Board of Adjustment voted 4-0 to continue the appeal of a zone verification for the car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road to its February 24, 2025 meeting. The board agreed the zone verification could be more thoroughly investigated for possible code violations and requested a site visit. No final decision was made on the appeal.

• Continued appeal of zone verification for car wash at 3645 N Canyon Road to Feb. 24, 2025 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two items: a citywide ordinance amendment to Title 14 regulating multifamily amenities (requires Municipal Council approval), and a zone map amendment from R1.8 to R1.6 at 916 W 1150 S for a 2-lot residential subdivision. A study session will precede the hearing to discuss owner-occupancy percentages. The public may attend, comment, or submit written input.

• Study session discussion on owner-occupancy percentages
• Ordinance text amendment regarding multifamily amenities (citywide, PLOTA20240211)
• Zone map amendment from R1.8 to R1.6 for 2-lot subdivision at 916 W 1150 S (PLRZ20240344)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving the November 2024 minutes, nominate a 2025 chair and vice-chair, and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. They will also receive a presentation on the Dog Park Master Plan and Implementation Strategy from Blu Line Design.

• Nomination of 2025 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Dog Park Master Plan and Implementation Strategy (presentation by Blu Line Design)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the November 2024 minutes, elected Doug Gardner as Chair and Will Toutai as Vice-Chair for 2025, and approved the 2025 meeting schedule (moving June's meeting to June 12). The board also reviewed and gave feedback on the Dog Park Master Plan survey questions, with the consultant's timeline targeting survey completion by April 25 and a City Council presentation tentatively in June.

• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Doug Gardner as 2025 Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Will Toutai as 2025 Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule, moving June meeting to June 12 (unanimous)
• Reviewed and provided feedback on Dog Park Master Plan survey questions

Neighborhood Districts

The Neighborhood District 1 board will meet to introduce new members and elect officers. The session includes discussions on a proposed noise ordinance, accessory dwelling units, and traffic study results. A specific zoning amendment for a residential subdivision will also be addressed.

• Proposed Noise Ordinance discussion
• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) discussion
• Proposed Zone Map Amendment from RA to R1.10 at 4122 N Canyon Road (PLRZ20250003)
• Traffic study results for 2200 North, 3460 North, 4350 North & Canyon Road, Foothill Drive, and Quail Valley Drive
• Election of District 1 Chair, Vice Chairs, and Secretary

The meeting covered a proposed noise ordinance update, ADU regulations, and a zone map amendment. Attendees voted to support a zone change for a property on Canyon Road and approved matching grant applications for speed signs. No formal decisions were made on the noise ordinance or ADU regulations, which are still under review.

• Approved zone change for 4150 North Canyon Road from RA to R1-10 (35-0)
• Approved matching grant application for speed sign on 2200 North (35-0)
• Approved moving forward with speed sign project on 2950 North (38-0)
• Confirmed District 1 officers: Chair Matthew Wheelwright, Vice Chairs Paul Warner and Sharon Memmott, Secretary Becca Kearl (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a 2025 CLG Grant proposal for a rehabilitation project at the Provo Community Church (Cornerstone Restoration Project). The Commission will also elect new Chair and Vice Chair. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing on 2025 CLG Grant for Provo Community Church Cornerstone Restoration Project
• Election of new Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Planning Commission

The Provo Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals and a zoning code amendment. Items include zone changes for a 3-unit townhome and a 31-townhome development, concept plans for those projects, a 129-unit apartment project plan, and an ordinance text amendment on multifamily amenities. Items marked with a star require subsequent approval by the Municipal Council on January 28, 2025.

• Zone change from RC to LDR for 3-unit townhome at 895 W 2000 N (requires Council approval)
• Zone map amendment from M1 to MDR for 31 townhome units at 1122 South 900 East (requires Council approval)
• Concept plan for 31 townhome units at 1122 South 900 East
• Project plan for 129-unit apartment in ITOD zone at 156 West 500 South
• Ordinance text amendments to Title 14 regarding multifamily amenities (citywide)