Alta, UT

Alta Planning Commission

The Alta Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider amendments to the municipal code, including adopting the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code, changing the Land Use Appeal Authority to an Administrative Law Judge, and moving setback determination authority to the Planning Commission. They will also discuss a boundary adjustment for Alta Ski Area and a draft scope of work for the General Plan update.

• Adopt 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code (H.B. 41)
• Change Land Use Appeal Authority to Administrative Law Judge (S.B. 284)
• Move setback determination authority in Forestry/Recreation Zones to Planning Commission
• Alta Ski Area boundary adjustment: .18-acre tract from parcel 30-05-154-013 to 30-05-154-015
• Draft scope of work for General Plan update

Alta Planning Commission

The Alta Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the Alta Community Center to receive public input on three proposed amendments to the Town of Alta Municipal Code. The amendments relate to adopting the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code, changing the Land Use Appeal Authority from the Town Council to an Administrative Law Judge, and shifting authority for setback determinations in Forestry and Recreation Zones from the Town Council to the Planning Commission. Following the hearing, the commission will hold a regular business meeting.

• Amend Section 9-1-2 to adopt the 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code per H.B. 41 (2026)
• Amend Section 10-5 to change Land Use Appeal Authority from Town Council to Administrative Law Judge per S.B. 284 (2026)
• Amend Section 10-6A-5 to move setback determination authority in Forestry and Recreation Zones from Town Council to Planning Commission
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker; hybrid meeting with virtual option available

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-13, which amends fire restriction rules and delegates authority to the Town Manager to implement, modify, or rescind restrictions. This notice confirms the adoption at the August 12, 2026 meeting; no other agenda items are listed.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-O-13 amending Title 5, Chapter 3C Section 7 fire restrictions
• Delegates authority to Town Manager to implement, modify, and rescind fire restrictions

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on August 12, 2026. Key items include a discussion on amending the Base Facilities Zone Ordinance, a presentation on a business license study, and possible adoption of Ordinance 2026-O-13 regarding fire restrictions. The council may also vote to enter a closed meeting.

• Discussion on application by Shallow Shaft, LLC and Walter Krebsbach to amend the Base Facilities Zone Ordinance text
• Insurance renewal with Utah Local Governments Trust presented by Josh McKell
• Presentation of the Business License Study by Zions Public Finance
• Discussion and possible action to adopt Ordinance 2026-O-13 on fire restrictions and delegating authority to Town Manager
• Possible closed meeting under Utah Code 52-4-205

Alta Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Fiscal 2026-27 General Fund Budget and a proposed tax rate of .000979. The council may take action to adopt the final tax rate and the FY27 General Fund Budget.

• Proposed tax rate of .000979 with estimated revenue of $505,000
• Proposed annual increase in certified tax rate revenue of $92,820
• Resolution 2026-R-27 to adopt a final tax rate of .000979
• Resolution 2026-R-28 to adopt the FY27 General Fund Budget
• Proposed funding for wage increases, Alta Resort Shuttle program, and Our Lady of the Snows Community Center

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 General Fund Budget and a certified tax rate increase. Residents may comment in person or virtually on the $505,000 revenue proposal, which includes $92,820 in additional annual ad valorem tax revenue.

• Public hearing on FY27 Interim General Fund Budget and proposed tax rate of .000979
• Additional ad valorem tax revenue estimated at $92,820 annually
• Proposed uses: employee wage increases, facility costs, Central Wasatch Commission contributions, Alta Resort Shuttle program, Civil Code Enforcement Program, police COLA, summer program staffing, Building Permit modernization, and Our Lady of the Snows Community Center maintenance
• Possible adoption of Resolution 2026-R-27 (final tax rate) and Resolution 2026-R-28 (FY27 budget)
• Hybrid meeting at Alta Post Office Building, 10351 E HWY 210

CAPITAL Committee

The Alta Capital Committee will meet to discuss its charter, appoint a chair, and select member terms. The meeting will also include a public comment period and a refresher on capital improvement planning.

• Discussion and ACTION to appoint a Committee Chair and select member terms
• Town of Alta Capital Improvement Planning Refresher
• Public comment period
• Open and Public Meetings Act Overview
• Next Steps and Guidance to Staff

Alta Town Council

This notice confirms that the Alta Town Council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-12 on July 8, 2026, enacting Stage 2 fire restrictions within the town that match the State of Utah's restrictions. The ordinance was adopted at a regular council meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2026-O-12 Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, matching Utah State Stage 2 restrictions

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 2026-O-12 to implement stage 2 fire restrictions and Resolution 2026-R-26 to approve an amended property tax impact schedule. The council will also discuss a capital committee charter, hear a US Forest Service presentation on the Albion Basin Ranger Program, and receive an Alta Ski Area update.

• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-O-12 regarding stage 2 fire restrictions
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-R-26 adopting an Amended Property Tax Impact Schedule
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-R-25 adopting a CAPITAL Committee Charter
• Authorization for Town Manager to enter into agreements for municipal advisor and planner services (consent agenda)
• Presentation from US Forest Service on the Albion Basin Ranger Program

Alta Town Council

This is a procedural notice that a quorum of the Alta Town Council may be present at a community potluck event at Alta Town Park. No official meeting, formal action, deliberation, or motions will occur. The notice solely complies with the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act.

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council issued a notice regarding the adoption of Ordinance 2026-O-9. This action establishes Title 3 Chapter 6 Article F regarding a Transient Room Tax.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2026-O-9 Transient Room Tax

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council issued a notice regarding an ordinance adopted during its June 17, 2026, meeting. The council decided to set the compensation for elective and statutory officers.

• Ordinance 2026-O-8: Compensation Elective Statutory Officers

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council has adopted Ordinance 2026-O-11, which adopts an official zoning map to reflect previously approved zone amendments. The action was taken at the regular meeting on June 17, 2026. This notice is a record of the adoption, not a future agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-O-11 adopting the official Alta Zoning Map
• Map codifies previous zone amendments
• Meeting held June 17, 2026; notice posted June 18, 2026

Alta Town Council

The Town Council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-10 during a meeting on June 17, 2026. This ordinance establishes the time and place for regular Town Council meetings.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2026-O-10 regarding the Town Council Meeting Schedule

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold five public hearings to receive community input on several proposed budgets and a compensation ordinance. These discussions cover fiscal years 2026 and 2027 across multiple town funds.

• Proposed Alta Special Service District budget of $0 and Certified Tax Rate of zero
• Proposed FY26 Final Budgets for General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund
• Proposed FY27 Interim General Fund Budget
• Proposed FY27 Budgets for Capital Projects Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund
• Ordinance 2026-O-8 regarding compensation of Elective and Statutory Officers

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold a hybrid meeting on June 17, 2026, to discuss and vote on a proposed 25% property tax increase for FY27, finalize multiple budgets, and approve several ordinances and resolutions. The meeting includes public hearings on budgets, ordinances, and a zoning map amendment, as well as discussions on service agreements and appointments.

• Proposed 25% property tax increase generating ~$100,000 for wages, insurance, and programs
• Public hearing on FY27 Interim General Fund Budget with Truth in Taxation hearing scheduled for August 11, 2026
• Approval of FY26 Final Budgets for General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund
• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-O-11 amending zoning map for Base Facilities Zones
• Authorization of agreements for building department services, town engineer services, and wildfire systems

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold three public hearings on May 13, 2026, to receive comment on proposed amendments to the FY2026 budget, the tentative FY2027 budget, and the Capital Projects Plan. The budget documents are available on the town website and at the town office. Written public input is accepted, and each speaker will have up to three minutes per item.

• Public hearing on proposed fiscal year 2026 budget amendments
• Public hearing on proposed fiscal year 2027 tentative budgets
• Public hearing on proposed Capital Projects Plan

Alta Town Council

At its regularly scheduled meeting on May 13, 2026, the Alta Town Council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-7, enacting Title 8 Utilities Chapter 4 of the Alta Code to create a Community Clean Energy Program. This notice confirms the adoption of the program; no other business is listed.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-O-7 establishing a Community Clean Energy Program
• Added Title 8 Utilities Chapter 4 to the Alta Code

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss proposed budget amendments for fiscal year 2026 and tentative budgets for fiscal year 2027, including a proposed property tax rate increase. The council will also consider adopting a Community Clean Energy Program and hold public hearings on the budget and capital projects plan.

• Public hearing on proposed fiscal year 2026 budget amendments
• Public hearing on proposed fiscal year 2027 tentative budgets
• Discussion to adopt Ordinance 2026-O-7 enacting Community Clean Energy Program
• Discussion to adopt Resolution 2026-R-12 acknowledging tentative budget and property tax increase
• Discussion to adopt Resolution 2026-R-13 acknowledging property tax impact schedule

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026, has been cancelled. The original agenda included a review of the proposed FY 2027 tentative budget.

• Review of proposed FY 2027 tentative budget (General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, Water, and Sewer)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to review draft budget concepts for fiscal year 2027. The discussion will cover the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, water, and sewer funds.

• Review of FY 2027 General Fund budget concepts
• Review of FY 2027 Capital Projects Fund budget concepts
• Review of FY 2027 Water budget concepts
• Review of FY 2027 Sewer budget concepts
• Possible action to adopt March 12, 2026 meeting minutes

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-5, which adopts Section 10-11-10 regarding the expiration of subdivision approval. The meeting was held at 10351 E HWY 210.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-O-5 regarding subdivision approval expiration
• Meeting held at 10351 E HWY 210, Alta, UT 84092
• ADA accommodations available upon seven days notice

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold public hearings to receive input on four proposed ordinances. These items involve updating land use references, adjusting the zoning map, and amending subdivision and rezoning rules.

• Ordinance 2026-O-2: Updating LUDMA references to Utah Code Annotated 10-22
• Ordinance 2026-O-3: Amendments to the Zoning Map for Base Facilities Zones A, B, and C
• Ordinance 2026-O-4: Amendments to Title 10 regarding petitions to rezone
• Ordinance 2026-O-5: Amendments to the Subdivision Chapter

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold three public hearings to receive community input. The discussions focus on budget amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and changes to the Capital Projects Plan.

• Public hearing on donating plan check and building permit fees for a trailhead restroom
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2025-2026 budgets
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Capital Projects Plan

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold three public hearings to receive comment on proposed amendments to the Capital Projects Plan, the fiscal 2025–2026 budgets, and a trailhead restroom fee donation. Residents may speak in person or submit written comments by the April 8 deadline.

• Public hearing on donating plan check and building permit fees for a trailhead restroom
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2025–2026 budgets
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Capital Projects Plan

Alta Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings to receive input on four proposed ordinances. These items involve updating land use code references, amending the zoning map, and changing subdivision and rezoning petition rules.

• Ordinance 2026-O-2: Updating references to the Utah Land Use Development and Management Act
• Ordinance 2026-O-3: Amendments to the Town of Alta Zoning Map for Base Facilities Zones A, B, and C
• Ordinance 2026-O-4: Amendments to Title 10 regarding petitions to rezone
• Ordinance 2026-O-5: Amendments to the Subdivision Chapter

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold public hearings on April 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM to receive input on four proposed ordinances. These include updates to references in the Town Code, amendments to the Zoning Map, changes to rezoning petition provisions, and revisions to the Subdivision Chapter. The meetings will be held at the Alta Community Center and are open to public comment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-2 updating references to Utah Land Use Development and Management Act in Town Code
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-3 amending Zoning Map to reflect Base Facilities Zones A, B, and C
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-4 amending provisions of Title 10 regarding petitions to rezone
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-5 amending provisions of the Subdivision Chapter
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and virtual participation options available

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council met on April 8, 2026. During this meeting, the council adopted Ordinance 2026-O-4, which amends provisions of Title 10 concerning petitions to rezone.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-O-4: amending Title 10 provisions regarding petitions to rezone

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold public hearings to consider four ordinances: updating references to Utah land use laws, amending the zoning map to reflect Base Facilities Zones A, B, and C, and modifying subdivision and petition provisions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-2 to update land use references
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-3 to amend zoning map for Base Facilities Zones A, B, and C
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-4 regarding petitions to rezone
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-O-5 to amend Subdivision Chapter provisions
• Hybrid meeting at Alta Community Center with virtual participation options

Alta Town Council

The Alta Town Council will hold three public hearings to gather resident comment. The discussions focus on budget amendments, the Capital Projects Plan, and the donation of fees for a trailhead restroom.

• Public hearing on donating plan check and building permit fees for a trailhead restroom
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the fiscal 2025-2026 budgets
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Capital Projects Plan