Payson public meetings in 2025

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has issued a public notice stating that the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Report is complete. The report is available for public review on the city website or through the City Recorder.

• Completion of FY 2024-2025 Audit Report

City Recorder's Office

The Payson City Council passed Ordinance No. 12-17-2025-A on December 17, 2025, amending Payson City Code Section 9.08 regarding urban/wildland interface regulations. A summary of the ordinance is available at the City Recorder's office.

• Ordinance No. 12-17-2025-A amending Section 9.08 'Urban/Wildland Interface Regulations'
• Ordinance passed on December 17, 2025
• Summary document available at 439 West Utah Avenue

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning changes for the Hiatt Creek Master Plan Area and Nebo Peaks. The body is also considering the adoption of the 2006 Wildland Urban Interface Code for wildfire hazard and development standards.

• Zone change for Hiatt Creek Master Plan Area to RMF-10 Multi-Family Residential and R-1-7.5 Residential zones
• Zone change for Nebo Peaks to RMF-10 Multi-Family, R-1-7.5, R-1-9, and R-1-10 Residential zones
• Adoption of the 2006 Wildland Urban Interface Code for wildfire hazard and development standards
• Presentation of the Financial Audit for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Resolution for the revocation of a business license

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss the Innovation Center and potential new board members. The agenda also includes reports from the City Council and city staff regarding local developments.

• Discussion of new board members
• Innovation Center
• Committee reports, assignments, and goals
• City Council report

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding requests to increase density through zone changes at Hiatt Creek and Nebo Peaks. The commission will also review a request to annex 29.79 acres for industrial use.

• Public hearing: Hiatt Creek Master Plan Area zone change for White Horse Land, LLC
• Public hearing: Nebo Peaks zone change for White Horse Land, LLC
• Review and recommendation: Annexation of 29.79 acres at 3751 West 9600 South for industrial zoning
• Resolution regarding Planning Commission annual meeting dates and times

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold public hearings to review and recommend approval for two amendments to the city zoning map. These requests involve changing multiple parcels from the A-5-H Annexation Holding Zone to various residential zones.

• Zone Change Request #1: Change parcels including #29:011:0005 and #29:012:0030 to R-1.75, R-1-9, R-1-10, and RMF-10 zones
• Zone Change Request #2: Change portions of parcels #29:023:0030 and #29:023:0023 to RMF-10 zone
• Zone Change Request #2: Change parcels #30:065:0073 and #45:197:0004 from A-5-H to R-1-75 zone

City Recorder's Office

The Payson City Recorder's Office will hold a UIPA Board Meeting on December 9, 2025, to discuss the Pony Express Project Area Plan. The meeting will take place at 439 W. Utah Ave, Payson, UT 84651.

City Recorder's Office

The City Council is establishing the dates and times for regularly scheduled meetings during the 2026 calendar year. This action fulfills the public notice requirements of Utah Code 52-4-202.

• Resolution No. 12-03-2025-A: Sets meetings for the first and third Wednesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at 439 West Utah Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting and work session to address administrative updates and infrastructure projects. The session includes discussions on a library feasibility study and the piping of the Strawberry Highline Canal.

• Non-substantive correction to the fee schedule
• Library Feasibility Study
• Piping of the Strawberry Highline Canal
• Resolution for City Council 2026 annual meeting dates and times
• Resolution for RDA 2026 annual meeting dates and times

Police Department

The Payson City Police Department will dispose of or auction unclaimed lost or mislaid property if it is not claimed by December 9, 2025. The department currently holds 29 items, including tools, electronics, and golf clubs, held for over 90 days. Owners must contact the department to retrieve property.

• 29 unclaimed items including tool kit, car subwoofer, golf clubs, and power tools
• Disposal or auction scheduled for December 9, 2025 if unclaimed
• Contact: Payson City Police Department, 405 West Utah Avenue, Payson, UT 84651
• Phone: 801-465-5240
• Property listed under Utah Code Title 77-11d-105

Public Works

The Payson Public Works meeting will advertise a bid solicitation for the Main Street Phase 3 project from 500 South to 700 South. The city is seeking qualified contractors to complete road reconstruction and utility installation, with bids due electronically by 2:00 PM on November 20, 2025.

• Bid solicitation for Main Street Phase 3 from 500 S to 700 S
• Bids due electronically on Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) by 2:00 PM MST, November 20, 2025
• Bid bond required at 5% of total bid amount
• Project includes asphalt pavement, road base, storm drain, sewer, culinary water, pressurized irrigation water, and power conduit installation

City Council

The regularly scheduled Payson City Council meeting for November 19, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice regarding an ordinance passed by the Payson City Council on November 18, 2025. The action amends the city code regarding all-night parking.

• Ordinance No. 11-18-2025-A: Amending Payson City Code Section 8.40.30, 'All-Night Parking Prohibited'

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder’s Office posts the certified municipal general election report for the November 4, 2025 vote. The report was approved by the Board of Canvassers on November 18, 2025 and is available online and at City Center.

• Certified Municipal General Election Report for November 4, 2025 vote
• Report approved November 18, 2025 by Board of Canvassers
• Available at Payson City Center, 439 W Utah Ave, Payson UT 84651

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on proposed changes to the city fee schedule. These amendments concern power distributed generation credits, water rates for residents outside city limits, and other administrative fees.

• Public hearing on Power Distributed Generation Credits
• Proposed water rate changes for residents outside city limits
• Proposed amendments to administrative fees

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to decide on fee schedule amendments and the canvass of the November 4 general election. The session includes work sessions regarding zoning updates and the Strawberry Highline Canal piping.

• Public hearing and resolution for amendments to the Payson City Fee Schedule, including power rates
• Resolution for the canvass of the November 4, 2025, Municipal General Election
• Ordinance amending City Code Title 8.40.030 regarding overnight and residential parking permits
• Resolution for the Forebay Conservation Easement
• Resolution for the Utah County Interlocal Cooperation Agreement regarding Payson Canyon Trail

Forebay Committee

The Forebay Committee will meet to recap an open house and review public comments. The committee will also discuss an upcoming City Council meeting regarding the Forebay Conservation Easement.

• Review of public comments from an open house
• Discussion of Forebay Conservation Easement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, has been cancelled. Commissioners will instead attend the South Utah Valley Planning Training in Mapleton, Utah.

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board will convene at the Innovation Center and MTECH building to review past minutes, tour facilities, discuss board member roles, and set committee goals. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss a feasibility study report provided by Kevin Blalock. The board is also coordinating the Festival of Wreaths, including business recruitment and advertising.

• Report on Feasibility Study from Kevin Blalock
• Festival of Wreaths business recruitment and advertising
• Festival of Wreaths scheduling for November 20 and November 29

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice regarding an ordinance passed by the Payson City Council on November 5, 2025. The action updates the city's General Plan to comply with state law.

• Ordinance No. 11-05-2025-A: Amendment to the Payson City General Plan to incorporate water use and conservation measures required by Senate Bill 110

Library Board

The Payson City Library Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from the Friends of the Library, City Council, and Library Director, and discuss a feasibility study and Festival of Wreaths planning. The meeting is open to public comment and will be held in the Teen Room at the Payson City Library.

• Review of Feasibility Study from Kevin Blalock
• Festival of Wreaths planning: recruit businesses/individuals, further advertising, and volunteer help on Nov 20 and Nov 29

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 5, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Payson City Center, 439 West Utah Avenue, with a virtual option available. The council will discuss and vote on amendments to the General Plan regarding water use and preservation, and consider a potential real estate purchase contract for a building at 268 S American Way. A work session will also review a proposal to implement two-hour parking in Historic Downtown.

• Amendments to the General Plan regarding water use and preservation
• Potential real estate purchase contract for 268 S American Way
• Two-hour parking proposal for Historic Downtown

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office is seeking residents to apply for the Payson Forebay Committee. This advisory body assists the City Council with the Forebay Area Management Plan and the development of outdoor recreation facilities and trails on city-owned property.

• Applications for Forebay Committee due by 5:00 p.m. on November 18, 2025

City Council

Payson City is providing notice of its intent to create an Impact Fee Facilities Plan and prepare an Impact Fee Analysis regarding transportation. These plans will cover all areas within the Payson City municipal boundary.

• Notice of intent to create an Impact Fee Facilities Plan (IFFP) for transportation
• Notice of preparation of an Impact Fee Analysis (IFA) for transportation

City Council

Payson City is notifying the public of its intent to update the Impact Fee Facilities Plan and prepare an Impact Fee Analysis for parks and recreation. These updates apply to all areas within the Payson City municipal boundary.

• Update of the Impact Fee Facilities Plan (IFFP) for parks and recreation
• Preparation of an Impact Fee Analysis (IFA) for parks and recreation

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and recommend approval of a General Plan amendment adding a water conservation section, as required by Utah State Code 10-9a-403(2)(a)(iv). The meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Payson City Center (439 W Utah Ave) and via Zoom.

• General Plan Amendment: Water Conservation section addition per Utah State Code 10-9a-403(2)(a)(iv)
• Public hearing on proposed amendment at 439 W Utah Ave, Payson, UT 84651

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will meet to review and recommend an amendment to the General Plan. This change is intended to comply with Utah State Code by adding a Water Conservation Section to the city's plan.

• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment to include a Water Conservation Section per Utah State Code 10-9a-403(2)(a)(iv)

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office is announcing the 2025 Municipal General Election to be held on November 4, 2025. The notice provides details on voting locations, ballot drop boxes, and voter qualifications.

• Election date set for November 4, 2025
• Vote Center located at Payson City Center, 439 W Utah Avenue
• Ballot drop box available on north side of Payson City Center
• Early voting and mail-in ballot information provided
• Voter qualifications and accessibility information listed

City Council

The Payson City Forebay Committee will hold a public open house to discuss a proposed conservation easement for the 480-acre Forebay Recreation Area. The easement would restrict future development to preserve scenic, recreational, and wildlife values while keeping the land publicly accessible. The City Council has not yet decided on the proposal.

• Proposed conservation easement for 480-acre Forebay Recreation Area
• Public open house on October 29, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m. at Payson City Center, Council Chambers, 439 W Utah Avenue
• Easement would require land to remain publicly accessible in perpetuity
• Proposed easement available for review via City Recorder (kimh@paysonutah.gov or 801-465-5205)

City Recorder's Office

The Payson City Council passed Ordinance No. 10-15-2025-A to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 municipal budget. The ordinance is effective immediately upon passage, and a full copy is available at the City Recorder's office.

• Ordinance No. 10-15-2025-A: Amends FY 2025-2026 municipal budget
• Ordinance No. 10-15-2025-A: Effective date set to passage date

City Council

The Payson City Council will meet to discuss budget amendments and updates to the South Meadows Area Specific Plan. The body will also consider agreements for solar projects and engineering services.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget amendments
• Ordinance for General Plan amendments to the South Meadows Area Specific Plan
• Resolution for Freemont Solar and Storage Project Agreement
• Agreements with GTC Consulting Inc and Consult-LEC LLC
• Outside Engineering Services Reimbursement Agreement with the Utah Department of Transportation

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board will meet to discuss various economic initiatives and reports. The board's focus includes recruiting industrial and retail businesses and promoting local growth.

• Innovation Center
• Inland Port
• Golf Event
• Committee Reports, Assignments and Goals
• Retreat

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to review and recommend approval for an amendment to the South Meadows Specific Plan. The proposed change would increase land use densities on the western side of the planning area.

• Public hearing for South Meadows General Plan Amendment to increase land use densities

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend the South Meadows Area Specific Plan. The proposal seeks to increase density in most of the western portion of the Land Use Plan.

• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment - South Meadows Area Specific Plan requested by Tyler Horan for White Horse Land LLC

City Council

The Payson City Council and the Redevelopment Agency of Payson City will hold a public hearing to receive input on amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The hearing is scheduled for October 15, 2025.

• Public hearing regarding Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget amendments

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold a regular meeting followed by a work session on October 1, 2025. The agenda includes approving consent items, discussing two-hour parking on Main Street and Utah Avenue, and reviewing a proposed golf course expansion.

• Approval of September 17, 2025, City Council Minutes
• Resolution for Elm Hollow Subdivision Right of Access Agreement
• Discussion regarding 2-hour parking on Main Street and Utah Avenue
• Resolution for Library Board Appointments
• Work Session on Golf Course Expansion

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office is providing notice for the Municipal General Election on November 4, 2025. The election will be conducted primarily by mail, with ballots sent to registered voters around October 14, 2025.

• Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
• Curbside Dropbox: 439 W Utah Avenue, Payson UT 84651
• Early Voting: October 27-31 and November 3, 2025, at Utah County Elections Office
• Ballots mailed to eligible registered voters on approximately October 14, 2025

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a meeting on September 24, 2025, to discuss potential amendments to the city's zoning code. The session will include a consent agenda, public forum, and work session focused on Title 13 of the Payson City Code.

• Approval of August 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Work session on Zoning Ordinance Review (Title 13)
• Public forum for comments
• Meeting held at Payson City Center, 439 West Utah Avenue
• Meeting accessible via Zoom Video Communications

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Payson City Center. The agenda includes routine approvals, a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week, and a public forum where residents can address the council. The meeting will also feature presentations on the I-15 interchange and a discussion about naming an arterial road near the new interchange.

• Approval of September 3, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes
• Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week
• Presentation on I-15 Interchange
• Discussion regarding arterial road naming near the new interchange
• Public Forum for resident comments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has issued a public notice regarding the 2025 Payson General Sample Ballot. This is a public information handout for residents.

• Release of the 2025 General Payson Sample Ballot

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board will convene at 7:30 a.m. in the DRC Room, 439 W Utah Avenue, to discuss tourism promotion, business recruitment, and downtown development. The meeting follows a procedural agenda with no specific decisions listed.

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Payson City Center. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, resolutions on land-use agreements, and infrastructure contracts with the Bureau of Reclamation and UDOT.

• Resolution - Hiatt Creek Plats B1 and B2 Development Agreement
• Questar Gas Company right-of-way grant for Payson View Estates
• Resolution - Conversion Contract with Bureau of Reclamation
• Resolution - Utah Department of Transportation Nebo Beltway Corridor Preservation Agreement

Public Works

Payson City is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for CM/GC services to construct a new fire station. The project will be located at 1900 South SR-198.

• RFP for CM/GC services for Fire Station 92 at 1900 South SR-198
• Mandatory pre-proposal meeting and site visit on September 09, 2025, at 2:00pm
• Proposal deadline of September 18, 2025, at 5:00pm

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has issued a certification for the Payson Municipal Primary Election held on August 12, 2025. City Recorder Kim E. Holindrake certified that the results report is accurate based on information from the Utah County Elections Office.

• Certification of the August 12, 2025, Payson Municipal Primary Election results

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in person at Payson City Center and virtually via Zoom. The body will review possible amendments to several sections of the Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning, during a work session.

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold a special meeting to address two action items. The body will discuss the results of the August 12, 2025, municipal primary election and an agreement with the Payson Hospitality Group.

• Resolution regarding the canvass of the August 12, 2025, Payson City Municipal Primary Election
• Resolution for an agreement with Payson Hospitality Group

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice regarding two ordinances passed by the Payson City Council on August 20, 2025. These actions establish a specific land-use overlay and amend city code regarding public improvement reimbursements.

• Ordinance No. 08-20-2025-A: Designates a Neighborhood Commercial Overlay for 590 South Main Street (Parcel No. 08:139:0001)
• Ordinance No. 08-20-2025-B: Amends Payson City Code Section 10.16.210 regarding reimbursement for public improvements

City Council

The City Council will meet to decide on a neighborhood commercial overlay for office space and amendments to public improvement reimbursements. The session includes discussions on the Nebo Beltway and a contract with the Bureau of Reclamation.

• Ordinance for NC Neighborhood Commercial Overlay at 590 South Main Street for office space
• Ordinance amending Payson City Code Title 10.16.210 regarding Reimbursement for Public Improvements
• Resolution for an agreement with Payson Hospitality Group
• Resolution for an amended consulting agreement with Legislative Executive Consulting LLC
• Resolution for Utah County Interlocal Agreement on Communities That Care and Substance Misuse Prevention

City Council

The City Council is issuing a notice of intent to update the Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis. These updates concern drinking water, pressurized irrigation water, and the wastewater collection system across the entire municipal boundary.

• Notice of intent to update Impact Fee Facilities Plan (IFFP) and Impact Fee Analysis (IFA) for drinking water, pressurized irrigation water, and wastewater collection

Payson Economic Development Board

The regularly scheduled meeting for the Payson Economic Development Board on August 13, 2025, has been cancelled.

Library Board

The Library Board will receive updates on a feasibility study and the library parking lot. The board will also discuss plans for the Festival of Wreaths and the need for a new board member.

• Parking lot update
• Feasibility study update
• Festival of Wreaths fundraising plan
• Used Book Sale volunteer needs
• Library Board member vacancy

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission is holding a meeting that includes a joint work session with the City Council. The primary focus of the session is the Nebo Beltway Area Plan Charrette #2.

• Joint work session: Nebo Beltway Area Plan Charrette #2

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice summarizing five ordinances passed by the City Council on August 6, 2025. These actions establish the city's financial framework and update specific municipal codes and guidelines.

• Ordinance 08-06-2025-C: Setting the 2025-2026 certified tax rate
• Ordinance 08-06-2025-E: Adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and setting the real and personal property tax levy
• Ordinance 08-06-2025-D: Enacting compensation increases for executive municipal officers for fiscal year 2026
• Ordinance 08-06-2025-B: Amending Public Works Department development guidelines
• Ordinance 08-06-2025-A: Amending City Code Section 12.50.020 regarding performance guarantees

City Council

The Payson City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on city code amendments and a resolution regarding an Inland Port designation. The council will also address a waterline easement for Villages at Arrowhead Park.

• Resolution - Villages at Arrowhead Park Waterline Easement
• Ordinance - Amendments to Payson City Code, Title 12.50.020, Performance Guarantee
• Ordinance - Amendments to the Payson City Development Guidelines
• Resolution - Inland Port Designation

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances regarding the city's budget and tax rates. The meeting includes discussions on municipal officer compensation and enterprise fund transfers.

• Public Hearing/Ordinance - Truth in Taxation and Certified Tax Rate
• Public Hearing/Ordinance - Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Public Hearing/Ordinance - Executive Municipal Officers Compensation
• Public Hearing - Enterprise Fund Transfers
• Public Hearing/Ordinance - Fiscal Year 2025-2026 RDA Budget

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on Payson City Enterprise Funds. The discussion includes proposed transfers from enterprise funds and administrative fees charged to those funds.

• Public hearing on Enterprise Funds including water, sewer, storm, power, ambulance, and landfill

City Council

The Payson City Council and the Redevelopment Agency of Payson City will hold public hearings to receive input on the adoption of the final budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

• Public hearing for the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 final budget

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input regarding compensation for Executive Municipal Officers. Proposed compensation details are available through the City Recorder.

• Public hearing on Executive Municipal Officers Compensation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposal to increase property tax revenue. If approved, the city would receive an additional $481,690 in annual property tax revenue, representing an 18.16% increase over last year's budgeted revenue excluding eligible new growth.

• Proposed tax increase for a $447,000 residence from $269.94 to $319.36 ($49.42 increase)
• Proposed tax increase for a $447,000 business from $490.81 to $580.65 ($89.84 increase)
• Proposed total additional annual property tax revenue of $481,690

Police Department

The Payson City Police Department is seeking owners for various unclaimed items held for over 90 days. Property not claimed by August 9, 2025, may be returned to the finder, sold at auction, donated, or destroyed.

• Notice of unclaimed property including electronics, car stereos, and home devices
• Deadline for property claims: August 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM
• Items listed include HP computer tower, Nest thermostats, and Apple TV jump boxes
• Items listed include various JVC, Pioneer, and Kenwood car stereos
• Items listed include Guardzilla wireless cameras and Verizon Moto E4 phone

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office is accepting applications for three volunteer positions on the PARC Tax Committee. Eligible applicants must be Payson residents over the age of 18.

• Three available positions for appointment or reappointment serving until August 2027
• Application deadline: Tuesday, September 9, 2025, by 6 p.m.

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has issued a notice regarding the 2025 Municipal Primary Election. The document provides details on voting locations, ballot drop-off procedures, and the date of the election.

• Election day: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
• Vote Center: Payson City Center Banquet Hall, 439 W Utah Avenue (7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
• Ballot drop box location: North side of the Payson City Center, 439 W Utah Avenue

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and recommend approval for a Neighborhood Commercial Overlay zoning district. This action concerns a specific property located at 590 Main Street.

• Review of NC Neighborhood Commercial Overlay for Utah County Parcel #08:139:0001 at 590 Main Street

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed amendments to the city code and development guidelines. The commission will also consider a request for a neighborhood commercial overlay for a property on South Main Street.

• Public hearing on Payson City Code Title 12 amendments regarding the bonding process and plat recording
• Public hearing on Development Guidelines amendments regarding sewer clean-outs, manhole alignment, and manhole ladder removal
• Request by Richard Wells (590 Main, LLC) for an NC-1 Neighborhood Commercial Overlay at 590 South Main Street for office space

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the Payson City Code and Development Guidelines. The body will review changes to the bonding process and sewer infrastructure requirements before making a recommendation to the City Council.

• Proposed amendments to Title 12 Subdivision and Development Guidelines
• Proposed change allowing developers to switch from At-Risk bonds to traditional bonds at any time
• Proposed guidelines for sewer clean-outs in park strips
• Proposed requirement for sewer manholes to be lined up over troughs
• Proposed removal of ladders in manholes to address safety concerns

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to Title 12 Subdivision and Development Guidelines. The body will review changes to the bonding process and sewer infrastructure requirements before making a recommendation to the City Council.

• Proposed amendments to Title 12 Subdivision and Development Guidelines
• Proposed change allowing developers to switch from At-Risk bonds to traditional bonds at any time
• Proposed clarification of sewer clean-outs in park strips
• Proposed requirement for sewer manholes to be lined up over troughs
• Proposed removal of ladders in manholes to address safety concerns

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has released a UOCAVA election notice for the Municipal General Election on November 4, 2025. This notice provides instructions for military and overseas voters regarding the use of Federal Write-In Absentee Ballots.

• Election for one Mayor position (four-year term)
• Election for two City Council Member positions (four-year terms)
• Confirmation that no ballot propositions were filed in Payson City
• Deadline for FWAB receipt by Utah County Clerk: 8:00 p.m. Mountain Time, November 4, 2025

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice regarding an ordinance passed by the City Council on July 16, 2025. The action amends the city's general plan to incorporate a new transportation strategy.

• Ordinance No. 07-16-2025-A: Amending the Payson City General Plan to adopt the Payson City Active Transportation Plan

City Recorder's Office

The Payson City Recorder’s Office posted notice of the 2025 Municipal Primary Election, including early voting dates, ballot drop box locations, and Vote Center hours. All registered voters will receive a mail ballot around July 22; in-person voting is available at the Utah County Elections Office.

• Mail ballots mailed to registered voters ~July 22, 2025
• Early voting Aug 4–8 and Aug 11, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at 100 E Center St, Provo
• Secure curbside drop box at 439 W Utah Ave, Payson
• Vote Centers open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. on election day Aug 12
• Ballot drop boxes close 8 p.m. Aug 12

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will review a proposed active transportation plan for inclusion in the city's General Plan. The commission will also hold a work session to discuss potential changes to the city's zoning code.

• Public hearing for a city-wide active transportation plan
• Work session regarding amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and provide a recommendation for a city-wide active transportation plan. This plan is intended to be included in the Payson City General Plan.

• Review and recommendation of a city-wide active transportation plan

Payson Economic Development Board

The board will meet to discuss economic development initiatives, including the Inland Port and the city's budget. The meeting will also cover updates on the Sports Complex and Innovation Center.

• Inland Port discussion with Scott Wolford
• Budget review
• Sports Complex update
• Innovation Center update
• Golf Event discussion

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office has issued a public notice regarding the 2025 Payson Primary Sample Ballot. This is a public information handout rather than a deliberative meeting.

• Release of the 2025 Primary Payson Sample Ballot

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will meet to conduct a work session regarding the city's zoning laws. The body will discuss possible amendments to several sections of Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning.

• Discussion of possible amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning

City Recorder's Office

This notice provides a summary of ordinances passed by the Payson City Council on June 18, 2025. The documents are available for public review at the City Recorder's office.

• Ordinance No. 06-18-2025-A: Amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 municipal budget
• Ordinance No. 06-18-2025-B: Amending and updating Payson City Code Title 11.12 (Public Library)

Payson Economic Development Board

The board will meet to discuss economic development initiatives, including reports on the Inland Port and the Innovation Center. The meeting includes a guest presentation from Roamin Home Tents and a review of the board's vision statement.

• Guest presentation by Roamin Home Tents
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Report
• Discussion on Innovation Center
• Discussion on Inland Port
• Review of Vision Statement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide whether to vacate specific lots to create a new two-lot subdivision. The body will also hold a work session to discuss potential amendments to the city's zoning ordinance.

• Decision on request by Mark Weldon to vacate lots 2 & 3 (Utah County Parcels #69:003:0009 and #69:003:0008) from WICP Payson Tech subdivision to create WICP Payson Tech Plat B
• Work session regarding possible amendments to Payson City Code Title 13, Zoning, Appendix A

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on May 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in person at Payson City Center and virtually via Zoom. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as approval of prior minutes, a public forum, and discussions on commission reports and legislative updates.

City Recorder's Office

The City Recorder's Office issued a legal notice regarding an ordinance passed on May 21, 2025. The action extends the municipal boundaries of Payson to include specific parcels.

• Ordinance No. 05-21-2025-A: Staheli Payson Addition Annexation

Library Board

The Payson City Library Board will meet on May 14, 2025, to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from board members and the Library Director. Key agenda items include an update on a feasibility study, planning for summer programs, City Council policy changes, and approval of an internet policy. The board will also discuss a potential Festival of Wreaths fundraiser and schedule the next meeting.

• Feasibility study update from Library Director
• Internet policy approval
• City Council policy changes discussion
• Festival of Wreaths fundraiser planning
• Parking lot update from City Council member

Payson Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board of Payson is meeting to discuss business recruitment and growth initiatives. The board will review its strategic plan, vision statement, and reports on local developments.

• Strategic Plan
• Innovation Center
• Vision Statement
• Golf Event
• ICSC

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission is meeting for a joint work session with the City Council. The primary focus of the meeting is a charrette regarding the Nebo Beltway Area Plan.

• Joint work session: Nebo Beltway Area Plan Charrette

City Recorder's Office

The Payson City Council passed two ordinances on May 7, 2025. Ordinance 05-07-2025-A amends the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson City General Plan. Ordinance 05-07-2025-B adopts a tentative budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. This notice is a summary; full copies are available at the City Recorder's office.

• Ordinance 05-07-2025-A: Amends the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson City General Plan.
• Ordinance 05-07-2025-B: Adopts a tentative budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

Public Works

This notice announces the 300 South Reconstruction project, not a regular public works meeting. The city is seeking bids for labor and materials to remove and replace asphalt, mill and overlay, install storm drain pipe and structures, concrete curb/gutter/sidewalk/drive approaches, and replace water service laterals. Work must follow plans and Payson City / APWA standards. Bids are due by May 20, 2025.

• Remove and replace asphalt pavement and mill/overlay
• Install storm drain pipe and structures
• Install concrete curb, gutter, sidewalk, and drive approaches
• Remove and replace 1-inch water service laterals
• Bid deadline: May 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM

City Recorder's Office

This is a public notice under the UOCAVA (Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act) for the 2025 Municipal Primary Election scheduled for August 12, 2025. No meeting is being held; the notice provides election details and voting instructions for military and overseas voters.

• One Mayor position (4-year term) and two City Council positions (4-year terms) up for election
• No ballot propositions filed in Payson City
• Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB) deadline: close of polls (8:00 p.m. MT) on August 12, 2025
• Contact Utah County Elections at 801-851-8128 or elections@utahcounty.gov for questions

Police Department

The Payson City Police Department is notifying the public of a list of unclaimed property held for over 90 days. Owners may claim the items by May 7, 2025, after which the property will be returned to the finder, sold at auction, donated, or destroyed. The notice includes 13 items such as power tools, a generator, and a speaker.

• 13 items of unclaimed property, including a Dewalt compound miter saw, a Generac generator, and a Stihl chainsaw
• Claim deadline: May 7, 2025, at 8:00 AM
• Property to be returned to finder, sold, donated, or destroyed after deadline
• Contact: Payson City Police Department, 405 West Utah Avenue, (801) 465-5240
• Legal basis: Utah Code 77-11d-105

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will meet to select its Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also review its rules of procedures and bylaws and conduct a 'Planning Commission 101' training session.

• Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Planning Commission Bylaws and Rules of Procedures
• Planning Commission 101 training

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson City Economic Development Board has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for April 9, 2025. No business will be conducted. The cancellation notice was posted on April 7, 2025, in compliance with Utah Code 52-4-202.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed.

Planning Commission

The Payson City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM to consider amendments to the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson General Plan. The meeting will be held at the Payson City Center and via Zoom. Residents can provide input.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Moderate Income Housing Element of the Payson General Plan

Police Department

This is a public notice from Payson City Police Department, not a meeting agenda. The department is holding unclaimed lost or mislaid property held over 90 days. Owners may claim the property within 9 days of the notice; otherwise, it will be returned to the finder, sold at auction, donated, or destroyed.

• Items include debit cards, wallets, keys, phones, a Generac generator, and cash ($12 loose and a $100 bill)
• Over 60 described items, including multiple identification cards and debit cards
• Property must be claimed by April 11, 2025, 6:00 PM

Police Department

This is a public notice, not a meeting. The Payson City Police Department is in possession of unclaimed property held over 90 days for which ownership is undetermined. Owners have until April 11, 2025, to claim items; after that, property may be returned to the finder, sold at auction, donated, or destroyed.

• Unclaimed property includes wallets, cellphones, cash, a folding knife, debit cards, IDs, and other items listed by case number.
• Owners must identify themselves and the property to claim it at Payson City Police Department, 405 West Utah Avenue.
• Property not claimed within 9 days of the March 28 notice may be disposed of per Utah Code 77-11d-105.
• Contact Lynette Mortensen at (801)465-5240 or lynettem@payson.org for claims.
• This notice covers 49 items including cards from Members First Credit Union, Wells Fargo, US Bank, Capital One, and others.

Police Department

The Payson City Police Department is providing public notice of unclaimed property held for over 90 days. Owners must identify themselves and their property by April 11, 2025, or the items may be returned to the finder, sold, donated, or destroyed.

• Notice for unclaimed items including bank cards, driver's licenses, and electronics
• Deadline for property claims: April 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM
• Property listed includes a black iPhone in an Otter case and a red iPhone in a blue speck case
• Property listed includes various wallets, handbags, and keys
• Action taken pursuant to Title 77-11d-105

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board is holding a regular meeting with items including approval of prior minutes, committee reports, a development services update, and discussions on alpha maps and a state real-estate website. No specific proposals, votes, or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Committee reports, assignments, and goals
• Development Services update
• Alpha maps discussion
• State real-estate website discussion

Library Board

The Payson City Library Board will meet to review a feasibility study and discuss the approval of library policies. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Feasibility Study Review - Dona
• Policies Review & Approval

Library Board

The Payson City Library Board will meet on February 12, 2025, to approve previous minutes, receive reports, and discuss several items. They will review and edit the Collection Development Policy, discuss plans for the Festival of Wreaths fundraiser, and consider appointing Lyn Oryall as a new board member. Other discussions include parking lot updates and community library perception.

• Discussion of Collection Development Policy review and edit
• Appointment of new board member Lyn Oryall
• Festival of Wreaths fundraiser planning
• Parking lot update from City Council member
• Items for City Council report in April

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson City Economic Development Board has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for February 12, 2025. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

Public Works

This public notice announces Payson City's solicitation of sealed bids for construction of a new CMU booster pump station, including a booster pump skid, gas chlorine injection, water pipeline, and demolition of the old building. A pre-bid conference will be held on February 4, 2025, and bids are due by February 20, 2025. The project is managed by the Public Works department.

• Construction of a new CMU booster pump station building with booster pump skid and gas chlorine injection
• Installation of a 10-inch water pipeline, concrete flatwork, site grading, and asphalt driveway extension
• Demolition of the existing booster pump station building
• Pre-bid conference on February 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Payson City Offices (439 W. Utah Ave)
• Sealed bids due by February 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM; online bids not accepted

Public Works

Payson City Public Works is soliciting bids to reconstruct approximately 0.48 miles of the Dry Creek Trail, including asphalt removal and replacement, road base, and shoulder work. Bids must be submitted via Bonfire by February 6, 2025, with a public bid opening that same day at Payson City Hall. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled.

• Replace 0.48 miles of deteriorated asphalt trail on Dry Creek Trail
• Bid deadline: February 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM via Bonfire
• Public bid opening at Payson City Hall (439 W Utah Ave) on February 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
• No pre-bid meeting; all work per Payson City and APWA standards
• City may extend work beyond 0.48 miles using same unit costs if possible

Payson Economic Development Board

The Payson Economic Development Board meeting on January 8, 2025, was held without a quorum, meaning no official decisions could be made. The agenda included items such as an ordinance update, a tour of PPC packaging, MTECH, West Mountain, and setting goals for 2025.

• Ordinance update
• PPC packaging tour
• MTECH discussion
• West Mountain item
• Goals for 2025