Springdale public meetings in 2025

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will meet to approve the resignation of Town Manager Rick Wixom, effective February 2026, and consider administrative actions including a 2026 public meeting schedule and an amendment to a parking pilot program agreement with Utah Tech University.

• Accept resignation of Town Manager Rick Wixom (effective Feb. 10, 2026)
• Amendment to Springdale Parking Application Pilot Program Agreement with Utah Tech University
• Approval of 2026 Public Meeting Schedule
• Blanket approval for up to 24 Single-Event Permits for Bit & Spur Assoc., Inc.
• Blanket approval for up to 10 Single-Event Permits for Spotted Dog Café, Inc.

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on December 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center to conduct public hearings on three zoning-related items and discuss leadership appointments for 2026. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as agenda approval and conflict declarations.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2025-19 adding enhanced buffering and screening requirements for commercial properties adjacent to residential uses
• Zone change from Valley Residential (VR) to Public Use (PU) on Parcel S-137-C, a two-acre lot east of Town Hall
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 2025-20 adding medical offices, drugstores, pharmacies, and medical clinics as permitted uses in the PU zone

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold three public hearings to discuss changes to the town code and a specific land use change. These items include new requirements for commercial property screening and expanding permitted uses in the Public Use zone.

• Ordinance 2025-19: Adding requirements for enhanced buffering and screening on commercial properties adjacent to residential uses
• Zone change request for Parcel S-137-C (two acres east of Town Hall) from Valley Residential (VR) to Public Use (PU)
• Ordinance 2025-20: Adding medical offices, drugstores, pharmacies, and medical clinics as permitted uses in the PU Zone

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss revisions to town code regarding the repair and refurbishment of noncomplying buildings. The body will also review renovations of noncomplying buildings in commercial zones and potential changes to banner permit rules.

• Discussion on revising Chapter 10-21 of the Town Code regarding repair and refurbishment of noncomplying buildings
• Discussion on renovation of noncomplying buildings in commercial zones
• Discussion on potential revisions to Chapter 10-24-7 of the Town Code regarding banner permits

Town Council

The Town Council will meet as the Board of Canvassers to conduct the official canvass of the 2025 Municipal General Election. The meeting also includes the administration of an oath of office.

• Canvass of the 2025 Municipal General Election
• Oath of Office for Town Clerk Robin Romero

Springdale Historic Preservation Commission

The Springdale Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss implementing General Plan goals for natural and cultural resources. The body will consider recommendations for a new artifact display policy and a partnership with Preservation Utah Tours.

• Possible approval recommendation for a partnership with Preservation Utah Tours
• Possible approval recommendation for a Historic Artifact Display Policy
• Consideration of a proposed donation of artifacts and antiques from Lila Moss
• Discussion on implementing General Plan Natural and Cultural Resources Goals Sub-Goal D

Town Council

The Town Council will hold two public hearings to discuss financial and utility changes. The body is considering amendments to the current budget and changes to utility user rates.

• Resolution 2025-11 to open and amend the FY 2025-2026 Budget
• Ordinance 2025-18 amending Utility User Rates

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding utility user rates and amendments to the FY 2025-2026 budget. The body will also consider several resolutions concerning town fees, demolition permits, and housing projects.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-18 to amend utility user rates
• Public budget hearing for Resolution 2025-11 to open and amend the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Resolution 2025-14 to revise the fee schedule and increase residential garbage user rates
• Interlocal Agreement with Washington County for the George A. Barker River Park Expansion Project
• Resolution 2025-13 to adopt a town demolition permit process

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a work meeting on November 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Canyon Community Center. The agenda includes the approval of the agenda, general announcements, and the declaration of conflicts of interest. The commission will discuss revisions to Chapter 10-21 regarding noncomplying buildings and requirements for enhanced buffering on commercial properties adjacent to residential uses.

• Discussion of revising Chapter 10-21 regarding noncomplying buildings
• Discussion of enhanced buffering and screening on commercial properties adjacent to residential uses
• Meeting at Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd

Art Review Board

The Art Review Board will hold a special meeting to continue discussions regarding the creation of a public art plan for the town. The board will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Discussion on drafting a Public Art Plan for Springdale
• Approval of September 15, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 15, 2025, but the only listed item—a design review for a paved 11-stall parking lot beside Meme’s Cafe at 975 Zion Park Blvd—has been postponed and will not be heard. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00 PM at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Boulevard.

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd. The meeting will include a public hearing on a proposed 11-stall paved parking lot beside Meme's Cafe, a design review for a single-family home with detached garage at 54 Hummingbird Lane, and a recommendation to adopt the Wildland Urban Interface Code.

• Public Hearing: 11-stall paved parking lot beside Meme's Cafe, 975 Zion Park Blvd
• Design review: Single-family home with detached garage at 54 Hummingbird Lane
• Recommendation to adopt Wildland Urban Interface Code

Art Review Board

The Springdale Art Review Board will hold a site visit and workshop on October 15, 2025, to tour Springdale and identify potential locations for public art. The tour will include walking portions and travel on the Springdale Town Shuttle, beginning and ending at Springdale Town Hall. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Mobile workshop and tour of Springdale to identify public art locations
• Tour includes walking and Springdale Town Shuttle travel
• Starts and ends at Springdale Town Hall, 118 Lion Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council passed Ordinance 2025-17 at its October 8, 2025 meeting, revising land-use regulations to clarify restrictions on portable signs. The ordinance takes effect immediately upon posting on the Utah Public Notice website. A copy is available at the Town Clerk’s office at 118 Lion Boulevard.

• Ordinance 2025-17: Revising land-use regulations to clarify restrictions on portable signs

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will hold a special meeting at 4:00 PM and a regular meeting at 5:00 PM on October 8, 2025, at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Boulevard. The council will discuss and vote on several key items, including revisions to sign regulations, a liquor license application, and a contract amendment for invasive tree removal.

• Public Hearing - Ordinance 2025-17: Revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code to Adjust the Town’s Regulation of Portable Signs, Including A Frame Signs
• Local Consent Request for a Full Service Restaurant and On-Premise Banquet Liquor License for Against the Grain Restaurant Group, LLC, DBA Anthera Restaurant, Located at 281 Zion Park Boulevard
• Revised Contract with Summitt Forests, LLC, for an Invasive Tree Removal Project with increased total contract cost
• Consideration of a Prosecution Services Agreement with Zachary Weiland
• Proclamation 2025-06: Proclaiming October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Springdale

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code. The discussion focuses on adjusting regulations for portable signs, including A-frame signs.

• Public hearing on Ordinance Revisions to Chapter 10-24 regarding portable and A-frame signs

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a work meeting on October 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center to discuss two non-action items. The meeting will include general announcements and conflict declarations but no formal decisions.

• Discussion of enhanced buffering and screening for commercial properties adjacent to residential uses
• Discussion on revising Chapter 10-21 of the Town Code regarding repair and refurbishment of noncomplying buildings

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center. The meeting includes a public hearing on proposed ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code regarding portable signs, including A-frame signs. Two discussion items focus on code revisions for noncomplying building repairs and an update on the Virgin River Management Plan Implementation Subcommittee's progress.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code to Adjust Portable Sign Regulations, including A-frame signs
• Discussion: Revise Chapter 10-21 of the Town Code on Repair and Refurbishment of Noncomplying Buildings
• Update: Progress of the Virgin River Management Plan Implementation Subcommittee
• Approval of Minutes from August 6th and August 20th, 2025

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the town code. The body is considering revisions to how the town regulates portable signs, including A-frame signs.

• Public hearing on ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code regarding portable and A-frame signs

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will hold a special meeting on September 16, 2025, at the Canyon Community Center. The agenda includes a discussion on a potential partnership with Switchpoint Community Resources to develop a multi-family rental housing project on Parcel S-100-C for local workers.

• Discussion on partnership with Switchpoint Community Resources for workforce housing
• Review of Special Meeting Agenda
• General Announcements

Art Review Board

The Springdale Art Review Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the potential creation of a town public art plan and a subsequent call for public art. The board will also approve minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting and adjourn. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live.

• Discussion about creating a Public Art Plan
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2025

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2025, at the Canyon Community Center to discuss and vote on several key items. These include amending the fireworks prohibition for the 2025 fire season, reviewing a liquor license application for Flanigan's Inn, and considering a letter of site control for multi-family residential housing development on Parcel S-100-C.

• Ordinance 2025-16: Amending fireworks prohibition during the 2025 fire season
• Local consent request for a banquet liquor license for Flanigan's Inn at 450 Zion Park Boulevard
• Direction to Planning Commission to revise town code on non-complying building repairs
• Resolution 2025-09: Adopting updated Corridor Management Plan for the Zion Scenic Byway
• Letter of site control for Switchpoint Community Resource Center to develop Parcel S-100-C with multi-family housing

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council passed an ordinance during its September 10, 2025, meeting. The action amends a previous ordinance to restrict specific fire-related activities within the town.

• Ordinance 2025-16: Prohibits open fires and the discharge of fireworks during the 2025 fire season

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to discuss several land use and ordinance topics. These items are listed as non-action items, meaning no formal decisions will be made during this session.

• Discussion of wildfire mitigation strategies and potential adoption of the Wildland Urban Interface Code
• Discussion of enhanced buffering and screening requirements for commercial properties next to residential uses
• Discussion of potential revisions to the sign ordinance regarding A-frame signs

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will hold a special meeting on August 26, 2025, at the Canyon Community Center to approve the agenda, make administrative announcements, and canvass the 2025 Municipal Primary Election results. The meeting is open to the public and available via live broadcast.

• Approval of the Special Meeting Agenda
• Canvass of the 2025 Municipal Primary Election

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will consider approval for a mural and revisions to a residential design. The body will also discuss forming a subcommittee to study the Virgin River Management Plan.

• Mural approval request for Zion Adventures at 36 Lion Blvd
• Design Development Review revision for a single-family home and detached garage at 54 Hummingbird Lane
• Discussion to assign two commissioners to a Virgin River Management Plan subcommittee

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council passed six ordinances on August 13, 2025, covering land use regulations, business licenses, and public events. The ordinances are effective immediately upon posting.

• Ordinance 2025-09: Revisions to Accessory Dwelling Units
• Ordinance 2025-11: Revisions to parking design standards
• Ordinance 2025-12: Changes to Farmers Market and outdoor events
• Ordinance 2025-13: Correction to permitted uses table
• Ordinance 2025-15: Changes to business license regulations

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings to discuss and potentially decide on five ordinances. These proposals primarily concern land use, building requirements, and event standards.

• Ordinance 2025-09: Modifications to Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Ordinance 2025-14: Requirement for geotechnical reports to include slope stability assessments
• Ordinance 2025-11: Changes to parking space restrictions and design in Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Ordinance 2025-12: Standards and application processes for Farmers' Markets and private outdoor events
• Ordinance 2025-13: Correction of a reference to food truck standards

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss pending litigation and a regular meeting to consider several code amendments. The body will also discuss contracts for invasive tree removal and a potential business license revocation.

• Public hearings for Ordinance 2025-09 regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Public hearings for Ordinance 2025-11 regarding parking in Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Public hearings for Ordinance 2025-12 regarding Farmers' Market and private outdoor event standards
• Proposed contracts with Utah Conservation Corps and Summitt Forests Inc for invasive tree removal
• Possible business license revocation for Zion Outfitters at 7 Zion Park Boulevard

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings to discuss and potentially modify several town codes. These proposals cover land use, safety reports, parking, and event standards.

• Ordinance 2025-09: Modifications to Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Ordinance 2025-10: Requirement for geotechnical reports to include slope stability assessments
• Ordinance 2025-11: Changes to parking space restrictions and design in Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Ordinance 2025-12: Standards and application processes for Farmers' Markets and private outdoor events
• Ordinance 2025-13: Correction of food truck standard references in the Town Code

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to discuss several non-action items. The body will review strategies for wildfire mitigation, river management, and sign ordinances.

• Discussion of wildfire mitigation strategies and potential adoption of the Wildland Urban Interface Code
• Discussion of strategies to implement the Virgin River Management Plan
• Discussion of potential revisions to the Town's Sign Ordinance regarding A Frame Signs

Art Review Board

The Art Review Board will meet to decide on a mural request for Zion Adventures. The board will also discuss the possibility of the town creating a public art plan and a subsequent call for public art.

• Request for mural approval at Zion Adventures, 36 Lion Blvd by Rick Praetzel and Michele Van Hise
• Discussion regarding the potential creation of a Town Public Art Plan

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center to discuss and vote on four proposed ordinance revisions. The meeting includes public hearings on changes to slope stability requirements, parking restrictions in flood zones, farmers' market standards, and food truck regulations. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; only discussions and votes on the proposed revisions.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision to Chapter 10-15F-5 requiring geotechnical reports to include slope stability assessments
• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision to Chapter 10-23 removing parking restrictions in Special Flood Hazard Areas and requiring low-impact design
• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision to Chapters 10-22-3 and 10-22-8 updating farmers' market and private outdoor event standards
• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision to Chapter 10-7A-2 correcting an erroneous reference to food truck standards

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss proposed revisions to the Town Code. These changes address geotechnical reports, parking in flood hazard areas, event standards, and food truck references.

• Proposed revision to Chapter 10-15F-5 requiring geotechnical reports to include slope stability assessments
• Proposed revision to Chapter 10-23 regarding parking spaces in Special Flood Hazard Areas in residential zones
• Proposed revision to Chapters 10-22-3 and 10-22-8 regarding farmers' market and private outdoor event standards
• Proposed revision to Chapter 10-7A-2 to correct a reference to food truck standards

Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the town code. The discussion focuses on regulations regarding A-frame and portable signs.

• Public Hearing - Ordinance 2025-10: Changes to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code Relating to A-frame and Portable Signs

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss updates to sign ordinances and review a transportation study on travel alternatives. The body will also consider contracts for invasive vegetation removal and a noise permit for a local music festival.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-10 regarding A-frame and portable signs
• Possible acceptance of the final report for the Encouraging Smart Travel Alternatives to Springdale study
• Possible approval of a noise exemption permit for the Zion Canyon Music Festival at 1212 Zion Park Boulevard
• Possible approval of a contract with Parunuweap Canyon LLC for invasive vegetation removal on Trees Ranch Property
• Selection of Summitt Forests Inc for the LSR Grant-funded invasive tree removal project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to discuss potential changes to the town code. All items on the agenda are listed as discussion and non-action items.

• Potential revisions to Chapter 10-15F regarding slope stability requirements in geotechnical reports
• Discussion on removing parking space restrictions in the Special Flood Hazard Area and river corridor protections
• Potential revisions to Chapter 10-22-3 and 10-22-8 regarding farmers' market and private outdoor event standards
• Potential revisions to Chapter 10-7A-2 to correct a reference to food truck standards

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public budget hearing. The body will consider a resolution to open and amend the FY 2024-2025 budget.

• Public Budget Hearing: Resolution 2025-08 to Open and Amend the FY 2024-2025 Budget

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the Town Code. The body is considering revisions to Chapter 10-24 regarding A-frame and portable signs.

• Public hearing on Ordinance Revision to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code relating to A-Frame and Portable Signs

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will consider two erosion hazard permits and a town code revision. The body will also review the prioritization of future work meeting agenda items.

• Public hearing on ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-24 of the Town Code regarding A-Frame and Portable Signs
• Erosion Hazard Permit request for a home remodel at 517 Watchman Drive
• Erosion Hazard Permit request for a small commercial building at 95 Zion Park Blvd (Parcel S-138-C-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to discuss land use and agenda priorities. No formal actions are scheduled for the primary discussion items.

• Discussion on removing restrictions for parking spaces in the Special Flood Hazard Area
• Discussion on protecting the river corridor from parking lot impacts
• Review and possible reprioritization of future work meeting agenda items
• Oath of Office for Kashif Bhatti

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Canyon Community Center. The meeting will include approval of the agenda, general announcements, and a conflict-of-interest declaration before moving to action items. Two public hearings on proposed ordinance revisions are scheduled.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision on Accessory Buildings and Structures, including a limit on total residential development square footage
• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision on Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025, and April 16, 2025

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold two public hearings on proposed ordinance revisions related to residential development. The hearings are scheduled for May 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Boulevard. Residents may provide written or verbal comments on the proposed changes.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision on Accessory Buildings and Structures, including a limit on total residential development square footage
• Public Hearing: Ordinance Revision on Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
• Staff report availability by May 16, 2025, posted on the town’s website
• Written comments due at least two days before the hearing or in-person during the hearing
• ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice to the Town Clerk

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to discuss potential code revisions on three topics: requiring slope stability assessments in geotechnical reports, removing parking restrictions in the Special Flood Hazard Area, and regulating A-frame signs. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of potential revisions to Chapter 10-15F requiring slope stability assessment in geotechnical reports in certain circumstances
• Discussion on potentially removing the restriction on parking spaces in the Special Flood Hazard Area and protecting the river corridor
• Discussion of potential revisions to Chapter 10-24 relating to regulation of A-frame signs
• Meeting will be held at Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd, Springdale, with live broadcast on YouTube

Art Review Board

The Art Review Board is meeting to consider recommendations for updating the town's public art and art review policy. The board will specifically focus on revising regulations for murals on the exterior walls of buildings.

• Possible recommendation to revise regulations for murals on exterior building walls
• Discussion regarding a potential call for public art (sculpture) in Springdale
• Approval of minutes from April 3rd, 2025

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold two public hearings to discuss proposed ordinance revisions. These changes concern swimming pool setback requirements and the process for certificates of occupancy.

• Public hearing: Ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-20 regarding minimum setback requirements for swimming pools
• Public hearing: Ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-1-5 regarding Certificates of Occupancy

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Canyon Community Center. The commission will conduct two public hearings on proposed ordinance revisions: one to clarify minimum setback requirements for swimming pools (Chapter 10-20) and another to amend rules for certificates of occupancy (Chapter 10-1-5). They will also discuss potential revisions to regulations on accessory buildings and structures.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-20 to clarify minimum setback requirements for swimming pools
• Public Hearing: Ordinance revisions to Chapter 10-1-5 regarding certificates of occupancy
• Discussion of potential revisions to town regulations on accessory buildings and structures

Art Review Board

The Springdale Art Review Board is meeting to discuss potential updates to the Town's Public Art and Art Review Policy. The board will specifically consider recommendations to revise regulations regarding murals on exterior building walls.

• Possible recommendation to revise Town regulations for murals on exterior walls of buildings
• Art Review Board Member Orientation and Training Session

Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on April 2, 2025, at the Canyon Community Center. The main agenda item is a discussion of potential revisions to the town's regulations for accessory buildings and structures. There is also an unspecified discussion item and a consent agenda to approve minutes from three prior meetings.

• Discussion of potential revisions to accessory building and structure regulations (staff contact: Thomas Dansie)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from March 5, March 12, and March 19, 2025
• Special meeting held at 126 Lion Boulevard, Springdale

Springdale Historic Preservation Commission

The Springdale Historic Preservation Commission will meet on January 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Canyon Community Center. The agenda includes the nomination of a chair and vice chair for the year, a presentation on historic surveys and National Register applications, and discussions about a potential commemorative wall at Pioneer Cemetery and improvements to the Town Jail. The commission will also approve minutes from August 2024.

• Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025 commission
• Presentation from Korral Broschinsky on Intensive Level Surveys and National Register of Historic Places applications
• Discussion on potential commemorative wall at Pioneer Cemetery
• Discussion on potential improvements to the Town Jail
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from August 14, 2024