Santa Clara public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 25, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for December 24, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council Work Meeting scheduled for December 24, 2025 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered.
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input and potentially take action on a specific city code chapter. The discussion focuses on water conservation and landscaping standards.
- Public hearing and possible action on Chapter 17.92, Water Efficient Landscaping & Conservation Standards
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a code amendment for water efficient landscaping and conservation standards. The commission will also discuss a center monument sign and an update to the annexation policy plan.
- Public hearing on Chapter 17.92.010, Water Efficient Landscaping and Conservation Standards Applicability
- Proposed Code Amendment to Chapter 17.92.010
- Discussion of Planned Center Monument Sign
- Discussion of Annexation Policy Plan Update
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The council will discuss and potentially approve the 2026 meeting schedule, the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, a $5,000 donation to the Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation, and a proclamation for Wreath Across America and Anton 'Tony' Kuhlmann Day.
- Approval of the 2026 Santa Clara City Council meeting schedule
- Consideration of Resolution No. 2025-18R for the Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Potential $5,000 donation to the Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation
- Proclamation for December 13 as Wreath Across America and Anton 'Tony' Kuhlmann Day
- Discussion of a conservation easement for Tuacahn Wash city-owned land with the Virgin River Land Trust
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2025. The agenda includes a public hearing (none scheduled), consent agenda items, and several general business items for discussion and action. Key items include approving the 2026 meeting schedule, a Water Shortage Contingency Plan, a $5,000 donation to the Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation, and a proclamation for Wreath Across America Day.
- Discussion and action to approve the Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Resolution No. 2025-18R
- Discussion and action to approve a $5,000 donation to the Southern Utah Performing Arts Foundation
- Discussion and action to proclaim December 13 as Wreath Across America and Anton 'Tony' Kuhlmann Day
- Approval of minutes and claims through December 10, 2025
- Approval of the 2026 Santa Clara Meeting Schedule
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss several general business items. Topics include public safety, city appointments, and local infrastructure.
- Discussion on lowering the speed limit to 25 MPH in downtown Santa Clara Drive
- Discussion regarding the process for appointment to a vacated City Council seat
- Discussion regarding a $1 TDS PEG Channel Charge
- Discussion regarding the Cemetery Columbarium
- Discussion regarding a Pet Wall of Fame presented by the Youth Council
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 27, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council meeting scheduled for November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. The meeting was to be held at the Santa Clara City Council Chambers, 2603 Santa Clara Drive, Santa Clara, Utah.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public auction to sell three parcels of surplus property. Bidders must provide a $1,000 cashier's check to register.
- Parcel 2 (0.16 acres): minimum bid $13,910.00
- Parcel 3 (0.10 acres): minimum bid $8,250.00
- Parcel 4 (0.02 acres): minimum bid $2,070.00
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will meet to consider approvals for a temporary use permit and a subdivision plat. The body will also discuss zoning for small lot single-family homes.
- Temporary Use Approval for Black Desert Resort at Red Mountain Drive and S. Black Desert Boulevard
- Preliminary Subdivision Plat Review for Quail Crossing @ Deserts Edge at 400 East and North Town Road
- Discussion of Small Lot Single-Family R-1-4 Zone
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss three main topics: updates on R-1-4 zoning, plans for America 250 celebrations, and improvements to Santa Clara Drive. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.
- Discussion on R-1-4 zoning changes
- America 250 Plans, Program, and Schedule review
- Santa Clara Drive Improvements presentation
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on the city's updated General Plan. The council may take action on the plan following the hearing.
- Public hearing and possible action on the City's updated General Plan
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve several key items, including the updated General Plan, ordinances, zoning changes, and annexation requests. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the General Plan and presentations on local projects and updates.
- Public hearing on the City’s updated General Plan
- Approval of Ordinance No. 2025-18 for the updated General Plan
- Zone change for Lot 5 of Big Rocks Subdivision from Open Space OS to R-1-10
- Annexation petition for 51.24 acres at 4405 W 1700 N
- Approval of Utah Tech Trailblazer Bison Purchase Agreement
City Council
The Washington County Clerk will conduct a post-election audit on November 10, 2025. The meeting is held in Santa Clara at the Washington County Building, Entrance C. The event is a procedural audit required by Utah law.
- Post-Election Audit
- Washington County Clerk
- Entrance C, Washington County Building
- UCA 20A-4-104
- November 10, 2025
City Council
This document is a public notice regarding early voting dates and locations for the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election. It provides specific hours and addresses for vote centers in St. George and Hurricane.
- Early voting at Dixie Convention Center, 1835 Convention Center Drive, St. George (Oct 28-31)
- Early voting at Hurricane Community Center, 63 South 100 West, Hurricane (Oct 28-31)
City Council
The city has issued a public notice regarding the Municipal General Election. This document provides information on polling locations, voting hours, and eligibility requirements for residents.
- Election date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
- Polling location: Dixie Convention Center, 1835 Convention Center Drive, St George UT
- Polling location: Hurricane Community Center, 63 South 100 West, Hurricane, UT
- Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council issued a public notice listing all official ballot drop box locations and their operating hours for the November 4, 2025 election. Municipal drop boxes are open during regular business hours; no ballots will be accepted after 8:00 pm on Election Day.
- Ballot drop boxes at Santa Clara City Hall (2603 Santa Clara Dr.) open Mon–Thu 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm
- Washington County drop boxes open 24 hours; municipal boxes open during normal business hours only
- No ballots accepted after 8:00 pm on November 4, 2025
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will meet on October 23, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on the city’s updated General Plan, a rezoning request for a residential subdivision, and a plat amendment for an existing subdivision. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and recommendations to the City Council.
- Consideration and possible action on the updated General Plan for Santa Clara City
- Proposed rezoning of Lot 5 in Big Rocks Subdivision from Open Space OS to R-1-10 zone for single-family homes
- Proposed plat amendment for Santa Clara Heights Subdivision (Lots 1 & 2) at 1282 and 1284 Heights Drive
- Preliminary subdivision plat review for Big Rocks Subdivision at 4405 W 1700 N
- Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will meet to receive public input on a proposed plat amendment. The request involves adjusting a shared lot line between two properties.
- Proposed Plat Amendment for Santa Clara Heights Subdivision, Plat A (Lots 1 & 2) at 1282 Heights Drive and 1284 Heights Drive
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 23, 2025, to receive citizen input on the City's updated General Plan. The meeting will take place in the City Council Chambers at 2603 Santa Clara Drive.
- Public hearing on updated General Plan
- Meeting location: City Council Chambers, 2603 Santa Clara Drive
- Meeting date: October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning Lot 5 of the proposed Big Rocks Subdivision from Open Space OS to R-1-10. The change would allow for a single-family residential subdivision on the 9.27-acre property. The meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025.
- Public Hearing: Consider rezoning Lot 5 of Big Rocks Subdivision from OS to R-1-10
- Property size: 9.27 acres
- Proposed zone change: Open Space OS to R-1-10
- Proposed use: Single-family residential subdivision
- Meeting location: City Council Chambers, 2603 Santa Clara Drive
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on the Wastewater System Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis. This meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
- Public hearing regarding Wastewater System Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (2603 Santa Clara Dr.) to receive public input on the Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan. Residents may express concerns or provide feedback during the hearing.
- Public hearing on Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan
- Hearing location: 2603 Santa Clara Dr., Santa Clara, UT 84765
- ADA accommodations available with 24-hour notice to City Recorder Selena Nez
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve two major plans: the Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan and the Wastewater System Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis. The council will also consider a proclamation for an alcohol-free school year, a partial plat amendment, and a temporary buildings ordinance.
- Public hearing on Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan
- Public hearing on Wastewater System Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis
- Approval of Resolution No. 2025-15R for Water Conservation Plan
- Approval of Resolution No. 2025-17R for Wastewater System Impact Fee
- Approval of Ordinance No. 2025-17 for Temporary Buildings and Uses
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a regional water conservation plan and a wastewater system impact fee analysis. The body will also consider updates to city code regarding temporary buildings and a subdivision plat amendment.
- Public hearing and vote on Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan (Resolution No. 2025-15R)
- Public hearing and vote on Wastewater System Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis (Resolution No. 2025-17R)
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2025-17 regarding Temporary Buildings and Uses of city code
- Proposed Partial Plat Amendment for Lots 1 and 2 of the Santa Clara Heights, Plat E Subdivision
- Proclamation declaring the 2025-2026 School Year an Alcohol-Free School Year for Youth
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss updates to the city’s General Plan, a conservation easement, and plans for Shakespeare in the Park. The meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.
- Discussion regarding General Plan Update Work Session #2
- Discussion regarding Shakespeare in the Park
- Discussion regarding Conservation Easement
City Council
The Santa Clara City Council’s scheduled public hearing on the Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan for October 22, 2025, was cancelled. The hearing was to be held at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 2603 Santa Clara Dr., Santa Clara, UT 84765.
Heritage Commission
The Santa Clara Heritage Commission will meet to discuss specific property improvements and a local park. The body will consider an application for home improvements to a single-family residence.
- Home improvements for single-family home at 1505 Victors Street (Applicants: David & Debi Frei)
- Tobler Park discussion
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will meet to receive public input on a proposed plat amendment. The request aims to adjust a shared lot line between two properties.
- Proposed Plat Amendment for Santa Clara Heights Subdivision, Plat E (Lots 1 & 2) at 1338 and 1366 Santa Clara Parkway
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss updates to city code regarding temporary buildings and uses. The commission will also consider a plat amendment for the Santa Clara Heights Subdivision.
- Proposed Code Amendment to Section 17.24.100 (Temporary Buildings and Uses)
- Proposed Plat Amendment for Santa Clara Heights Subdivision, Plat E (Lots 1 & 2) at 1338 and 1366 Santa Clara Parkway
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on a proposed amendment to Section 17.24.100 of the city code regarding temporary buildings and uses. The amendment would update the allowed time period and require City Council review if permanent facilities are not completed within two years.
- Consider proposed code amendment to Section 17.24.100 (Temporary Buildings and Uses)
- Update to time period allowed for temporary buildings
- Requirement for City Council review if permanent facilities not completed within two years
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025, has been cancelled.
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will review preliminary plat applications for three different subdivisions. The commission will also discuss regulations regarding temporary buildings and uses.
- Preliminary Plat Review: CW Santa Clara Commercial Subdivision (northwest corner of Pioneer Parkway and Red Mountain Drive)
- Preliminary Plat Review: CW Santa Clara Residential Subdivision (north of Pioneer Parkway and west of Red Mountain Drive)
- Preliminary Plat Review: Solace Townhome Subdivision (corner of Rachel Drive and Affirmation Drive)
- Discussion item: Temporary Buildings and Uses
Heritage Commission
The Santa Clara Heritage Commission will meet to review minutes from July 17, 2025. Mayor Rosenberg will lead discussions regarding the Frei's Market area and Tobler Park.
- Discussion of Frei's Market Area
- Discussion of Tobler Park
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on August 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes routine procedural items, a public hearing with no items listed, and discussion of the Rural Communities Opportunity Grant and General Plan Update.
- Wall Sign Approval for Twisted Sugar at 3663 Pioneer Parkway, applicant Austin Bench
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will consider an amended site plan review for a business at 3003 Santa Clara Drive. The commission will also discuss the future use of the Rosenbruch Annexation property.
- Amended Site Plan Review for Indigo Fields Home & Antiques (3003 Santa Clara Drive), applicant Cynthia Derrick
- Discussion regarding Rosenbruch Annexation future use of property
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 24, 2025, has been cancelled.
Heritage Commission
The Santa Clara Heritage Commission will meet to discuss a proposal for a business at 3003 Santa Clara Drive. The commission will also review minutes from April 17, 2025.
- Proposed Indigo Fields Home & Antiques Store at 3003 Santa Clara Drive (Applicant: Cynthia Derrick)
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will meet to review a sign request and discuss commission training. The body will also vote on the minutes from the June 26, 2025, meeting.
- Wall sign approval for K-ARI Korean Skincare at 3687 Pioneer Parkway, Suite #3
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning and project plans for undeveloped properties at Pioneer Parkway and Red Mountain Drive. The body will also consider a plat amendment for the Silverado Santa Clara Subdivision.
- Proposed rezoning of 6.91 acres from PDR to PDC Zone for commercial development east of Harmon's Shopping Center
- Proposed PDR Zone Amendment for 80 residential dwelling units on 7.35 acres northeast of Harmon's Shopping Center
- Proposed Plat Amendment for Silverado Santa Clara Subdivision to reduce 3 lots to 2 lots
- Public hearings for projects proposed by Cole West LLC
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on two development proposals by Cole West LLC. These proposals involve rezoning for commercial use and a residential project near the intersection of Pioneer Parkway and Red Mountain Drive.
- Proposed rezoning of 6.91 acres from Planned Development Residential (PDR) to Planned Development Commercial (PDC) at Pioneer Parkway and Red Mountain Drive
- Proposed PDR Zone Amendment for 80 residential dwelling units on 7.35 acres at Pioneer Parkway and Red Mountain Drive
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed amendment to Chapter 17.92 regarding water efficient landscape and conservation standards. The commission is considering whether to allow applicants to use Washington County Water Conservancy District standards in place of city standards.
- Proposed Code Amendment to Chapter 17.92, Section 17.92.010 (Applicability)
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the city's water efficient landscape and conservation standards. The body will also discuss a General Plan update.
- Public hearing for proposed Code Amendment to Chapter 17.92, Section 17.92.010, regarding Water Efficient Landscape and Conservation Standards
- Proposed allowance for applicants to use Washington County Water Conservancy District standards in lieu of City standards
- Discussion of General Plan Update
Santa Clara Planning Commission
The Santa Clara Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on proposed changes to the city code. The discussion focuses on updating regulations for signs, accessory structures, and financial institutions.
- Proposed code amendments to Section 17.44.130 and 17.44.135 regarding temporary and political sign size and placement
- Proposed code amendments to Section 17.08 and 17.64.060 regarding accessory structures, carports, awnings, patio covers, swimming pools, and domestic livestock and fowl
- Proposed code amendments to Section 17.08 and 17.20.280 to add definitions and regulations for financial and non-depository institutions
Heritage Commission
The Santa Clara Heritage Commission will meet on April 17, 2025, to discuss two proposed projects: a short-term rental at 3013 Santa Clara Drive and permanent awnings for Frei's Fresh Produce at 1401 Vernon's Street. The commission will also hold its annual election for Chair and Vice-Chair officers. The meeting will be held at the Santa Clara Town Hall conference room.
- Proposed short-term rental at 3013 Santa Clara Drive (applicant Kathy Barton)
- Proposed permanent awnings for Frei's Fresh Produce at 1401 Vernon's Street (applicant Mikayla Frei)
- Annual election of Heritage Commission officers (Chair and Vice-Chair) per City Code 17.76
- Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024