Clinton meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Clinton council faces busy week: annexation, ADU rules, dumpster program on agenda

Clinton City Council has a full week ahead, with a public hearing on a 155-acre annexation and a vote on new accessory dwelling unit rules both scheduled for Aug. 25. No final decisions have been made yet on the items discussed at recent meetings, as minutes have not been published. The most consequential item is the proposed West Clinton annexation, which would bring roughly 155 acres near 2425 North and 4500 West into the city.

West Clinton annexation heads to public hearing

The council will hold a public hearing Aug. 25 to consider annexing approximately 155.136 acres near 2425 North and 4500 West. The draft agreement assigns most parcels A-1 agricultural zoning, with two exceptions: the Lone Pine property would be zoned R-1-10, and the Nilson property would be R-M, limited to single-family detached homes with 10-foot side setbacks and specific design standards.

The agreement grandfathers existing agricultural uses, including rural heritage tractor displays, and does not require immediate secondary water connections for existing residents. It also states no city funds are planned for extending sewer, water, or roads solely because of the annexation. The council is seeking resident input before any final vote.

Dumpster program and county sales tax discussed

At the Aug. 11 meeting, the council reviewed its residential dumpster program, which was discontinued in 2024. Alternatives discussed included landfill vouchers at $10 each (374 distributed in 2026) and cleanup events. No decision was made.

The council also discussed Davis County's proposed 0.20% local option sales tax, known as the "5th 5th." If adopted, it could bring Clinton an estimated $207,075 annually. The council has not yet given feedback.

RAP Tax Committee reviews playground replacement

The RAP Tax Committee met Aug. 19 to review plans for replacing the 30-year-old Powerline Park playground, with $200,000-$250,000 in RAP Tax funds proposed. The committee also discussed adding an ADA-compliant sidewalk connecting the playground to the existing restroom sidewalk, and plans for Pond Park as a nature park with a nature playground, drought-resistant plants, restroom, and pavilions. New members Kristi Davis, Russell Arave, and Robert Miller were welcomed.

ADU rules up for public hearing

Also on Aug. 25, the council will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, specifically updating standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) under section 28-3-27. No other substantive items are listed.

Coming up

• **City Council public hearing and meeting** – Aug. 25, 2026: ADU ordinance amendments and West Clinton annexation public hearing.

Residents interested in the annexation or ADU rules are encouraged to attend the Aug. 25 meeting. Official agendas and minutes are available on the city's website.

Clinton council weighs dumpster program, sales tax; annexation heads to public hearing

Clinton's recent government meetings were agenda-only, with no final votes taken. The City Council reviewed a discontinued dumpster program and a proposed county sales tax, while the Planning Commission considered zoning changes and a retail site plan. A 155-acre annexation moves to a public hearing later this month.

City Council reviews dumpster program and sales tax

At its Aug. 11 meeting, the Clinton City Council reviewed its residential dumpster program, which was discontinued in 2024. Alternatives discussed included landfill vouchers ($10 each, with 374 distributed in 2026) and cleanup events. No decision was made.

The council also discussed Davis County's proposed 0.20% local option sales tax (the "5th 5th"), which could bring Clinton an estimated $207,075 annually. The item was for discussion only.

Other agenda items included Resolution 22-26, a UDOT drainage agreement for SR-108 (2000 W) that would add a detention pond at 2657 N 2000 W; the introduction of Cory Waters as the new Assistant Public Works Director; and a consent agenda covering July 2026 accounts payable and meeting minutes. These items were listed for consideration but not acted on.

Planning Commission reviews ADU standards and retail site plan

The Planning Commission met Aug. 6 to hold public hearings on two items. The first was text amendments to Title 28, Clinton City Zoning Ordinance, specifically Section 28-3-27 on Accessory Dwelling Unit Standards. The second was a site plan review for a 13,400-square-foot multi-tenant retail building at 2057 West 1800 North, associated with VK Electric. The commission also reviewed a proposed zoning map and annexation agreement for the West Clinton area. No minutes have been published, so no outcomes are available.

West Clinton annexation discussed, public hearing set

The City Council on Aug. 11 discussed a draft annexation agreement for approximately 155.136 acres near 2425 North and 4500 West. The proposal assigns most parcels A-1 agricultural zoning, with exceptions for the Lone Pine parcel (R-1-10) and the Nilson property (R-M, limited to single-family detached homes with 10-foot side setbacks). The agreement would grandfather existing agricultural uses and rural heritage tractor displays, and would not require immediate secondary water connections for existing residents. The council sought resident input before final approval.

A public hearing on the annexation is scheduled for Aug. 25.

Coming up

• **RAP Tax Committee** – Aug. 19: Review quotes and renditions for replacing the 30-year-old Powerline Park playground using $200,000–$250,000 in RAP Tax funds; discuss an ADA-compliant sidewalk connecting the playground to the existing restroom sidewalk; discuss Pond Park as a nature park (nature playground, drought-resistant plants, restroom, pavilions); vote on minutes from April 22, 2026; welcome new members Kristi Davis, Russell Arave, and Robert Miller.
• **City Council public hearing** – Aug. 25: Consider the proposed West Clinton annexation of 155.136 acres near 2425 North and 4500 West, including initial zoning (A-1 for most area, R-1-10 for Lone Pine, R-M for Nilson) and an Annexation and Land Use Conditions Agreement. No city funds are planned for extending sewer, water, or roads solely due to annexation.

Clinton roundup: Council weighs new committees, term-limit repeal; planning board reviews ADU rules

Over the past two weeks, Clinton's City Council and Planning Commission held meetings covering committee structure, term limits, budget revenue, zoning rules, and a new retail building. None of the items were decided — all were on agendas with minutes not yet published, so no votes or outcomes are available.

City Council work session: five proposed committees

On July 28, the council held a work session to discuss proposals for five new standing committees: Communications, Audit, Heritage Days, Code, and Budget. Each would have a defined scope, composition, and meeting frequency. The session was informational and exploratory; no decisions were made.

• **Communications Committee** — monthly meetings; two council members, mayor, communications specialist, city manager. Focus: branding, strategy, website audits, content calendar.
• **Audit Committee** — triannual meetings; up to two council members plus community financial experts. Focus: audit plans, state compliance, internal controls.
• **Heritage Days Committee** — monthly meetings; two council members, mayor, staff. Focus: event alignment, brainstorming, volunteer mobilization.
• **Code Committee** — monthly meetings; two council members, mayor, recorder, code enforcement. Focus: systematic municipal code review, legislative alignment, enforcement feedback.
• **Budget Committee** — monthly meetings; two council members, mayor, city manager, department heads. Focus: section-by-section budget review, efficiency recommendations, funding gap flagging.

City Council: term limits, budget, fire apparatus

Also on July 28, the council discussed repealing Ordinance 26-06 regarding municipal term limits, as legal guidance suggests such limits may not comply with state code. The agenda also included:

• Analysis of $16.8 million in FY 2026-2027 General Fund revenue.
• Authorization to order fire apparatus.
• Playground requests for Pond Park and Powerline Park.
• Resolution No. 21-26 for a Robinson Waste Management contract addendum.

Planning Commission: ADU standards, retail site plan, annexation

On August 6, the Planning Commission held public hearings on several items:

• Text amendments to Title 28, Clinton City Zoning Ordinance regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit Standards (Section 28-3-27).
• A site plan for a 13,400 square foot multi-tenant retail building at 2057 West 1800 North (VK Electric).
• A proposed zoning map and annexation agreement for West Clinton.

No minutes have been published for any of these meetings, so no votes or outcomes are available.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days.

Clinton City Council Takes Up Code Updates, Street Funding Gap, and June Finance Report

Clinton's City Council met July 14 for a regular meeting and a work session covering city code updates, a June finance report showing a negative budget variance, and a continued discussion on how to fund street maintenance over a growing funding gap. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so the items below reflect what was on the agenda rather than confirmed outcomes.

Code Updates: Public Hearing on Ordinance 26-05

The Council scheduled a public hearing on Ordinance 26-05, which would amend Titles 1 and 2 of the Clinton City Code. The agenda describes the changes as a legislative maintenance update — incorporating statutory changes and removing obsolete language. No vote tally was available because minutes have not yet been published.

June 2026 Finance Report

The Council was set to review the June 2026 Finance Report, which shows general fund revenue at 84% of budget and expenditures at 87.9% of budget, producing a negative variance of $663,726.95. The report was listed for review; no action outcome is confirmed.

Fraud Risk Assessment

A Fiscal Year 2025-26 Fraud Risk Assessment Report was on the agenda. No details beyond the report's title were provided in the available material.

Pump House Bid Award

The agenda included an award bid on the Pump House as a consent item. The bid amount and contractor name were not included in the available data.

Employee Recognitions

The meeting included several recognitions: a fire badge pinning, a police officer oath, CERT member recognition, and employee service awards. Among the service awards, Treasurer Steven D. Hubbard was recognized for 25 years of service.

Street Funding: Continued TUF Discussion

In a separate work session, the Council continued discussing options for funding road maintenance, including a possible Transportation Utility Fee (TUF) enabled by HB 425 (2026). No final decisions were scheduled; the agenda labels this a continued discussion.

Staff reported that Clinton manages 86 centerline miles of roads — 71 local and 15 collector. The current street budget is $1,024,640. The recommended annual pavement preservation budget is $3,400,000, leaving a funding gap of $2,375,360.

The discussion reviewed a proposal to add at least $1,350,000 in funding to reach $2,375,000 of the needed amount. Funding options on the table include property tax (which would require a Truth in Taxation process), a Transportation Utility Fee, sales tax (which would require a state code change), and grants totaling $63,179,800.

The staff report noted that the city's current 40-year maintenance plan replaces about 0.8 miles of road per year, compared with the 2 miles per year it says is needed.

Coming Up

No upcoming meetings were listed for the next 14 days. Residents are encouraged to check the city's official website for any newly scheduled meetings or agenda postings.

Clinton City Council eyed FY 2026-27 budget, street fee proposal; minutes not yet public

Clinton's City Council scheduled its most consequential financial decisions of the year for a June 23 meeting, including adoption of the fiscal year 2026-27 final budget and discussion of a new Transportation Utility Fee to fund street maintenance. However, minutes from that meeting and two subsequent council sessions have not yet been published, so it is not possible to confirm what was voted on or approved.

Budget and salaries on the table

The June 23 City Council agenda listed Resolution 18-26, the adoption of the FY 2026-27 Final Budget, set for a public hearing and vote. A separate public hearing was scheduled on executive salary increases and cost-of-living adjustments for FY 2026-27. The council also planned to consider Resolution 19-26, covering budget amendments for the current fiscal year.

Because minutes are not yet available, the outcomes of these items — whether the budget was adopted, whether salary increases were approved, and whether the amendments passed — cannot be confirmed from the public record.

Street maintenance fee under discussion

The council was scheduled to hear a presentation on street quality ratings and discuss implementing a Transportation Utility Fee to fund street maintenance. No dollar figure for the proposed fee is included in the agenda materials, and no vote outcome is recorded.

Weed ordinance amendment

A public hearing was set on Ordinance 26-04, which would amend weed-related sections of city code. No details on the specific amendments are provided beyond the agenda listing.

General Plan update for west side

A separate June 23 council work session focused on the General Plan for Clinton's west side. The discussion covered land use designations — residential, commercial, industrial, and open space — in the West Focus Area, along with a review of the land use map. No action items were listed for this session.

June 26 map exhibit

A June 26 council agenda consisted of a map exhibit labeled EXHIBIT A, showing roads, canals, parks, and parcels in Clinton. Features on the map include Hooper Canal, Layton Canal, West Clinton Park, Kiwanis Park, Steed Park, Meadows Park, and Clinton Cemetery. No specific agenda items or action items were listed, so the purpose and any outcome of this session are not clear from the available record.

Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Clinton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 2 was canceled. No business was conducted.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents seeking confirmation of the June 23 budget and salary votes should watch for published minutes on the city's website, as the agendas reviewed here do not include outcomes.

Clinton council reviews budget, street funding proposal in late June meetings

The Clinton City Council held a series of meetings in late June that placed the adoption of the next fiscal year budget, a possible new street maintenance fee and long-range land-use planning at the center of public discussion. Meeting minutes have not been published, leaving final votes and outcomes unconfirmed.

Budget and employee pay

During a regular session on June 23, the council held a public hearing on Resolution 18-26, which would adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2026-27. A separate hearing was dedicated to executive salary increases and cost-of-living adjustments for the coming year. The same agenda also included Resolution 19-26, a measure to amend the current fiscal year budget. No dollar figures or specific salary adjustments were listed in the published materials.

Street funding discussion

The June 23 meeting agenda featured a presentation on street pavement quality ratings. After the presentation, council members were expected to discuss the possibility of creating a Transportation Utility Fee to provide a dedicated revenue stream for street maintenance. The item was listed for discussion only, with no vote scheduled.

Land-use planning

In a work session immediately following the regular meeting on June 23, the council turned to an update of the city’s General Plan for the West Focus Area. Discussion focused on land-use designations — including residential, commercial, industrial and open space — and a review of the corresponding land-use map.

Three days later, on June 26, the council met again to review a map exhibit labeled “EXHIBIT A.” The map showed the locations of Hooper Canal, Layton Canal, West Clinton Park, Kiwanis Park, Steed Park, Meadows Park and Clinton Cemetery, along with streets and numbered coordinates. No action items or specific agenda were attached to this exhibit, suggesting the council may be gathering information for future land-use or zoning decisions.

Other business

A public hearing was held June 23 on Ordinance 26-04, which would amend sections of city code dealing with weeds. The proposed changes were not detailed in the agenda. Separately, the July 2 meeting of the Clinton Planning Commission was canceled. No reason for the cancellation was given.

Coming up

No city council or planning commission meetings appear on the public calendar for the next 14 days. Residents can watch for future meeting notices on the city’s official website.