Aurora public meetings in 2025
34 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Aurora City Council discussed an overpayment of property tax by Redmond Minerals, requiring the city to repay $11,343. The matter was not on the agenda, so a special meeting was scheduled for November 24, 2025, to decide how to handle the repayment. The council also approved the canvass of the 2025 municipal election, reauthorized a sales tax for North Sevier Recreation, and approved $7,500 for a materials locator device.
- Redmond Minerals overpaid property taxes; city must repay $11,343
- Special meeting set for November 24, 2025, to decide repayment plan
- Canvass of 2025 municipal election approved: Bryan Sprague elected mayor
- Proposition 12 passed, reauthorizing .01% sales tax for North Sevier Recreation for 10 years
- Council approved $7,500 for a materials locator device
City Council
The Aurora City Council unanimously approved a motion to refund Redmond Minerals $11,343 for property taxes overpaid in 2022. The council also discussed road safety improvements at City Center Street and Highway 24.
- Refund of $11,343 in overpaid property taxes to Redmond Minerals
- Discussion of road safety and turning lanes at City Center Street and Highway 24
- Council member Andy Rasmussen moved to refund the money during the current fiscal year
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet on December 15, 2025, to approve minutes, discuss updates on the Center Street intersection and Culinary Water System, and review reports from various departments.
- Approval of November 17 and 24, 2025 council minutes
- Update on Center Street intersection
- Culinary Water System: Water Use Report and past due accounts review
- Christmas at Willowbend Report
- Dinner and swearing-in for new officials on January 5, 2025
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board is holding a Christmas party at 373 W 400 N in Salina. The event is scheduled for December 8, 2025, with an end time of December 9, 2025. The meeting is a social gathering with no formal agenda items.
- Christmas party at 373 W 400 N
- Meeting location: Salina, UT 84654
- Contact: Kent Freeman at (435)529-7397
City Council
The Aurora City Council will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the property tax situation. The council intends to make a decision regarding a request from Western Clay/Redmond Minerals.
- Decision regarding Western Clay/Redmond Minerals request related to property taxes
City Council
The Aurora City Council approved a $1,200 funding request for the Aurora City Youth Council and discussed water infrastructure needs for new development.
- Approved $1,200 for Aurora City Youth Council programs
- Discussed culinary water needs for 29 acres of new development
- Reviewed water usage, delinquent reports, and budget
- Scheduled annual audit for November 6-7, 2025
- Discussed security measures for public facilities
City Council
The Aurora City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 17, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Aurora City Office Building (20 S. 120 E.). The agenda includes procedural items such as approving minutes, a public comment session, and reviewing financial reports. Key decisions include canvassing the November 4 municipal election results and discussing PAR tax approval. The council will also receive updates from various departments and committees.
- Canvass of November 4, 2025 municipal election results
- PAR tax approval and moving forward
- Annual audit report and update
- Review of financial expenditures and reports
- Swearing in of new officers on January 2, 2026
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will convene at the North Sevier Community Center to receive updates on youth sports programs, facility improvements, and financial reports. The meeting also includes a discussion on a new PAR tax following Proposition 12 passage and an open forum for residents.
- Updates on Youth Sports programs
- Facility Updates including Redmond ball diamond lights
- Review of Financial Reports
- Discussion on PAR tax - Proposition 12 passage
- Open Discussion for residents
City Council
The Aurora City Council agenda announces the city is accepting sealed bids for a used 5030 Allis-Chalmers tractor until November 17, 2025, with bids opened at the next council meeting. The tractor is in working condition but has worn tires. The city reserves the right to reject all bids.
- Sealed bids accepted for 5030 Allis-Chalmers tractor until Nov 17, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
- Bids opened at 7:00 PM during regular City Council meeting
- Tractor located at 20 S. 120 E. Aurora, UT (Aurora City Offices)
- Bids may be submitted via mail to PO Box 477 Aurora, UT 84620 or dropped off during business hours
- City reserves right to reject any or all bids
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet to discuss property development, culinary water systems, and security measures for city buildings, churches, and parks. The council will also consider a motion to approve funding for new Youth Council officers.
- Motion to approve funding for new Aurora City Youth Council Officers
- Discussion on property development and culinary water
- Review of culinary water system use reports and past due accounts
- Discussion of security measures at City Building, Church, and Parks
- Annual audit scheduled for November 6-7
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet to review financial reports and discuss facility updates. The agenda includes updates on youth sports and decisions regarding voter information for PAR elections.
- Review of financial reports
- PAR Election update and voter information decisions
- Updates on youth sports
- Facility updates
- Visitor presentation by Hoss Allred regarding Jr. High Wrestling
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather citizen input regarding the Proposition 12 PAR tax reauthorization for the November ballot. The subsequent council meeting will include reports on city services and a review of financial expenditures.
- Public hearing on Proposition 12 PAR tax reauthorization
- Donation request from Tambrea Vercimak
- Update on park vandalism and cameras
- Culinary Water System water use report and review of past due accounts
- Financial disclosure forms due October 7
Planning Commission
The Aurora City Planning Commission will meet to discuss the city's General Plan and a resolution to create a Youth Council. The body will also review new building permits and receive items from the City Council.
- Review of Resolution to create an Aurora Youth Council
- Commencement of work on General Plan
- Review of new building permits
- Open meetings training by Shay Morrison
City Council
The City Council discussed progress on waterway repairs and chip sealing for the CIB road project. Members reviewed potential economic development and infrastructure grants and discussed park rental cleaning schedules.
- CIB road project updates for 200 North, 100 North, and Center Street
- Rural Communities Opportunity Grant (opens Sept 16)
- CDBG infrastructure and ADA grant (application period Sept-Dec)
- Bids for two new pickleball courts
- Christmas at Willowbend event scheduled for November 30
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet to discuss local administrative reports, a Day of Service, and a PAR tax election update. The body will consider an interlocal cooperative agreement for building inspection services and travel authorization for the Utah League of Cities and Towns Convention.
- Approval of resolution from Sevier County for an interlocal cooperative agreement for building inspection services
- Authorization for Mayor Quarnberg and Clint Johnson to attend the Utah League of Cities and Towns Convention
- Discussion of American 250 Resolution
- Day of Service discussion for September 13, 2025
- Review of Culinary Water System water use report and past due accounts
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet to discuss facility updates and personnel changes. The board is scheduled to officially hire an Assistant Recreation Director and review financial reports.
- Official hiring of the Asst Rec Director
- Selection of new gym equipment rental
- Review of financial reports
- Discussion of complaints from facility rentals
- Youth sports and building updates
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board is notifying the public that Proposition #1 will appear on the November 4, 2025 ballot. The proposition seeks voter approval to continue an existing 0.1% sales tax to fund parks and recreation programs in the North Sevier area.
- Proposition #1: Reauthorization of the 1/10th of 1% Sales Tax to Fund Parks and Recreation Programs
- Deadline of August 25, 2025, for residents to submit arguments for or against the proposition for the voter information pamphlet
Planning Commission
The Aurora City Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss land use and development items. The commission will review building permits and subdivision plans, and discuss the city's General Plan.
- Review of new building permits
- Potential plans from Tim Rasmussen
- Changes to subdivision plans
- Discussion of General Plan
City Council
The City Council has issued a UOCAVA notice regarding the 2025 Municipal Election. The notice outlines the positions to be voted on and a proposed ballot measure for a sales tax.
- Election for Mayor and five Council Members
- Ballot proposition for reissuance of a 1/10th of 1% sales tax (PAR tax) for North Sevier area Recreation programs
- General election date: November 4, 2025
City Council
The City Council approved the 2025-26 fiscal year budget and a certified property tax rate of 0.000795. The body also authorized a 5% cost of living increase for city employees and a resolution to reauthorize the PAR sales tax for the November ballot.
- Approved property tax rate of 0.000795 to raise $66,094 in revenue
- Approved $40,500 purchase of a New Holland Boomer 50 tractor for cemetery use
- Approved $40,000 offer for property located at 240 W. 100 N.
- Approved 5% cost of living increase for city employees
- Approved purchase of 2.05 acres from Russell Bastain for a road easement along 400 W.
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet to discuss a variety of municipal updates, including website bids and subdivision plans. The body is seeking approval for an interlocal cooperative agreement with Sevier County for building inspection services.
- Approval of resolution for Sevier County interlocal cooperative agreement for building inspection services
- Approval of website bid
- Review of State of Utah inspection of park project from 1984
- Subdivision plans update
- Hiring of Assistant Rec Director
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet on July 8, 2025, to discuss sports and facility updates. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Assistant Rec Director position and an interview schedule.
- Assistant Rec Director and interview schedule
- Sports update
- Facility update
City Council
The City Council approved funding for a community beautification contest and discussed a proposed bike path from Salina to Aurora. Members also reviewed property maintenance issues and prepared for upcoming budget approvals.
- Approved $850.00 for prize money for a yard beautification contest
- Discussed proposed bike path from Salina to Aurora starting July 1, 2025
- Discussed property cleanup at 400 W 200 N and 100 N 200 W
- Discussed hosting a vaccination clinic by Golden Drug
- Reviewed irrigation water pressure issues along 500 West
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and meeting to finalize the 2024-25 fiscal year budget and the proposed 2025-26 budget. The council will also vote on the certified property tax rate, utility rates, and the compensation schedule for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
- Resolution to place the PAR tax renewal on the November ballot
- Finalization of 2024-25 and 2025-26 Aurora City Budgets
- Setting of certified tax rate and utility rates for 2025-26
- Tractor bids from Eric Mason of Mason Machinery
- Security cameras installation update
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet to finalize the 2024-25 budget and adopt the 2025-26 budget. The board will also discuss facility updates and sports programming.
- Adoption of 2025-26 budget
- Finalization of 2024-25 budget
- Placement and maintenance for Gaga Pit and Frisbee Golf equipment
- Jr. High Wrestling discussion
- Review of financial reports
City Council
The City Council approved the South Aurora Subdivision plat and funding for security cameras at the City building, Scout Cabin, and Fire Station. The council also discussed a proposed bike path from Salina to Aurora and requests regarding irrigation water shares.
- Approved the South Aurora Subdivision plat
- Approved funding for Spectra Verkada security cameras at the City building, Scout Cabin, and Fire Station
- Denied a request for a resident's son to live in a camping trailer in a parking lot for several months
- Discussed a proposed bike path route from Salina to Aurora
- Discussed a $2,500 estimate to move a pine tree to the City Park
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet on May 13, 2025, to review financial reports and discuss facility and program updates. The board will also consider the possibility of a recreation assistant.
- Review of financial reports
- Discussion of a possible recreation assistant
- Updates on sports and the building
- Discussion regarding senior citizens
- Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council
This document is the approved minutes of the March 17, 2025 Aurora City Council meeting. The Council voted to donate $500 to the North Sevier Youth Court, purchase a Honda Pioneer utility vehicle for $11,500, and approve the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report for water customers. Discussions included a proposed bike path from Salina to Aurora, Western Clay's 100th birthday celebration, city clean-up efforts, and installation of Verkada security cameras at city facilities.
- Approved $500 donation to North Sevier Youth Court (originally $250, later increased by mayor).
- Approved $11,500 purchase of a Honda Pioneer utility vehicle for maintenance.
- Approved 2024 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for mailing to water customers.
- Discussed proposed bike path from Salina to Aurora, requiring property owner easements.
- Western Clay representatives discussed 100th anniversary events (July 3-4 pickleball, 5K, tours).
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet to discuss several local infrastructure and administrative items. The agenda includes reviews of water systems, financial expenditures, and requests for specific land use and health services.
- Approval of South Aurora Subdivision
- Bids and approval discussion for security cameras
- Request from Ivanna Stowe to allow son to live in a trailer next to their home
- Request from Ben Berrett of Golden Drug for a community vaccine clinic day
- Discussion on bike paths and irrigation water
North Sevier Recreation Board
The North Sevier Recreation Board will meet to discuss updates on sports, the building, and senior citizens. The board will also review financial reports and the NS Recreation Conference.
- Review of financial reports
- Discussion on building concerns with Pauline Christensen
- Eagle Scout project placement request from Melody Church
- Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council
The Aurora City Council will meet to discuss a Planning Commission variance for Mason Machinery and the installation of security cameras. The body will also review the Consumer Confidence Report and culinary water system usage.
- Discussion of Planning Commission variance for Mason Machinery
- Discussion regarding security cameras
- Approval of Consumer Confidence Report
- Review of culinary water system use report and past due accounts
- Review of financial expenditures and reports
City Council
The City Council reviewed the completion of the CIB Road Project and administered oaths to fire department leadership. The body discussed upcoming community clean-up dates and deferred decisions on impact fees and the South Aurora Subdivision to the next meeting.
- CIB Road Project officially completed, though Mayor Quarnberg noted it went over budget to fix drainage issues
- City Clean-up dates set for April 25, 2025 - May 5, 2025
- Installation of a new fire hydrant at 100 N 400 W
- Deferred approval of South Aurora Subdivision to next month
- Deferred discussion of impact and connection fees to next month
City Council
The Aurora City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the City Office Building. Agenda items include final approval of the South Aurora Subdivision, a motion to accept the 2023-24 audit, and discussion of impact fees and connection fees. Other business includes a recreation grant for an ice skating rink, annual donation to Salina City Library, and departmental reports.
- Final approval of the South Aurora Subdivision
- Motion to accept the 2023-24 audit from Kimball & Roberts
- Discussion on impact fees and connection fees
- Recreation grant for ice skating rink
- Annual donation to Salina City Library - Ronda Huntsman
City Council
The Aurora City Council will discuss and likely vote on final approval of the South Aurora Subdivision. They will also discuss impact fees, accept the 2023-24 audit, and receive updates on a CIB road project. Other items include a closed meeting, council reports, and swearing in of fire chief.
- Final Approval of the South Aurora Subdivision
- Impact fees discussion
- Acceptance of 2023-24 audit from Kimball & Roberts
- CIB Road Project Update
- Swearing in of Aurora City Fire Chief and Assistant Fire Chief