Parowan meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Parowan Council weighs Legacy B Estates PUD, annexation petitions; minutes not yet published

The Parowan City Council met twice on Aug. 13 and again on Aug. 17 to consider a proposed development agreement for the Legacy B Estates planned unit development, two annexation petitions, and several other items. Minutes for these meetings have not yet been published, so no decisions or vote outcomes are known at this time.

Legacy B Estates PUD

The council held a special work meeting Aug. 13 to discuss the proposed Legacy B Estates PUD Development Agreement and to receive parliamentary procedure training. A separate special meeting Aug. 17 had the development agreement as its only substantive item, listed for discussion and possible decision. Because minutes are not yet available, it is not known whether the council acted on the agreement.

Annexation petitions

At its regular meeting Aug. 13, the council was scheduled to consider two annexation petitions:

• Heritage Hills Holdings LLC, covering Parcels C-0159-0021-0000 and C-1059-0005-0004
• Daveco LLC, covering Parcel C-0945-0007-0000

Both petitions were listed as action items on the agenda.

Other items on the Aug. 13 agenda

The regular meeting also included several other action items:

• A vote on a new reserve officer pay rate
• Consideration of Ordinance 2026-08, updating PCMC 11.01.020 regarding re-roofing of a house
• Awarding non-exclusive preferred fleet service agreements from a request for proposals (three bids were received)
• Discussion of using the Racetrack well for pressurized irrigation
• A proposed zone change for Parcel A-0026-0027-0000 from A-1 to R-2
• A property exchange agreement with Lance Shotwell

The work meeting agenda also covered the Racetrack well irrigation discussion, the zone change, and the property exchange.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents should check the city's official agenda postings for any newly scheduled meetings.

Parowan boards weigh zone change, annexations, and PUD agreement

Parowan's Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council met over the past two weeks to consider a proposed zone change, two annexation petitions, a new reserve officer pay rate, and other items. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the meetings, so no votes or final outcomes are available. The council also has a special meeting scheduled for Aug. 17 to consider a development agreement for the Legacy B Estates planned unit development.

Planning and Zoning Commission (Aug. 5)

The commission held a public hearing on a request by PCP Trust, LLC to rezone a 14.71-acre parcel at 825 W & 100 S (Parcel #A-0026-0027-0000) from Agricultural (A-1) to Residential 2 (R-2). The commission was also set to consider recommending the zone change to the City Council. Other agenda items included discussion of a new sign code and the possible scheduling of a public hearing, a conditional use permit for the Painted Hills RV sign, approval of prior meeting minutes, and member reports.

City Council (Aug. 13)

The council held its regular meeting and a special work meeting on Aug. 13. On the regular agenda, the council was to consider two annexation petitions: one from Heritage Hills Holdings LLC (Parcels C-0159-0021-0000 and C-1059-0005-0004) and one from Daveco LLC (Parcel C-0945-0007-0000). The council also considered Ordinance 2026-08, which updates PCMC 11.01.020 regarding re-roofing of a house, and a new reserve officer pay rate. Additionally, the council was to consider awarding non-exclusive preferred fleet service agreements from a request for proposals; three bids were received.

The special work meeting included discussion of the proposed Legacy B Estates PUD Development Agreement and parliamentary procedure training. It also covered using the Racetrack well for pressurized irrigation, the same zone change for Parcel A-0026-0027-0000, and a property exchange with Lance Shotwell. The work meeting agenda repeated several items from the regular meeting, including the reserve officer pay rate, the re-roofing ordinance, the two annexation petitions, and the fleet service agreements.

Shade Tree Committee (Aug. 6)

The Shade Tree Committee met to approve minutes from April 2, 2026, introduce new member Jordan Hirschi, and discuss the division of responsibility between the city and property owners for trees in rights-of-way. The meeting was discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or ordinances listed.

Coming up

The City Council will hold a special meeting on Aug. 17 to discuss and possibly decide on the proposed Legacy B Estates PUD Development Agreement. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with the call to order and adjournment.

Parowan eyes $12M water bond hearing; recent meeting minutes still pending

Parowan residents have several recent government meetings to track, though minutes have not yet been published for any of them. The most consequential item on the horizon is a July 23 City Council public hearing on up to $12 million in water revenue bonds for drinking water system improvements.

Recent meetings: agendas only, no outcomes yet

All four meetings held between July 8 and July 15 are listed as agenda-only, meaning minutes have not been published and no confirmed outcomes, votes, or decisions can be reported at this time.

Water Board — July 8: Aldo Biasi was scheduled to provide project updates on both the culinary water system and the pressurized irrigation system. The board also planned to approve minutes from its March 11, 2026 meetings.

City Council — July 9: The council was set to consider a real estate purchase contract for Parcel # A-0033-0001-0000 using Corridor Preservation Funds. Jordan Hirschi requested an amendment to Parowan City Municipal Code Section 2.14.040(F)(2). The council also had Brandon Allen under consideration for appointment to the Water Board, and a sidewalk policy discussion was on the agenda. The consent agenda included June 25, 2026 council minutes, the warrant register, and the June 2026 financial statement.

Planning and Zoning Commission — July 15: The commission held a public hearing on a proposed Building Code amendment that would exempt routine residential reroofing — projects that do not alter the roof structure — from requiring a building permit. Permits would still be required for projects involving structural modifications. The commission could recommend an amendment to PCMC 10.01.020 (Permit Required – Exceptions for re-roofing) to the City Council. Commissioners also discussed a new sign code and the scheduling of a public hearing on that code.

Coming up

City Council — Thursday, July 23, 2026: The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed issuance of up to $12,000,000 in Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, for drinking water system improvements and related costs. The bonds would bear a hardship grant assessment fee in lieu of interest at up to 2% per annum, with a maximum maturity of 35 years. The council anticipates issuing no more than $9.675 million, with an additional $1.075 million in principal forgiveness funding. No taxes will be pledged to secure the bonds.

The council is also scheduled to vote on:

• **Resolution 2026-12:** Authorize the maximum repayable amount of the $12,000,000 water revenue bonds.
• **Resolution 2026-13:** Annual update of the fee schedule for FY2027.
• **Resolution 2026-14:** Adoption of a sidewalk policy.

Additional discussion items include reserve police officer pay and a planning commission recommendation on re-roofing a house.

Residents who want to comment on the water bonds or other items should attend the July 23 City Council meeting. Check the city's official agenda postings for the meeting time and location.

Parowan Boards Tackle Land Purchase, Water Projects, and Code Changes

City Council weighs land purchase and code amendment

The Parowan City Council's July 9 agenda included consideration of a real estate purchase contract for Parcel # A-0033-0001-0000, to be funded with Corridor Preservation Funds. The council was also scheduled to discuss a request from Jordan Hirschi to amend Parowan City Municipal Code Section 2.14.040(F)(2).

The agenda listed an appointment consideration for Brandon Allen to the Water Board, a sidewalk policy discussion, and a consent agenda covering June 25, 2026 council minutes, the warrant register, and the June 2026 financial statement.

Note: Minutes for this meeting have not yet been published. The items above reflect what was on the agenda — outcomes and vote tallies are not yet available.

Planning and Zoning Commission reviews sign code and road dedication

On July 1, the Planning and Zoning Commission was set to consider dedicating a road at 1200 West and review a proposed new sign code, with a public hearing to be scheduled. Approval of previous meeting minutes was also on the agenda.

Minutes have not yet been published, so no decisions are confirmed.

Subdivision Review Committee meets on land use applications

The Subdivision Review Committee met July 2 to approve minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting and review land use applications. No specific applications were named in the agenda. Staff reports were also scheduled.

Minutes are not yet available.

Water Board receives project updates

The Parowan City Water Board's July 8 agenda included culinary water and pressurized irrigation project updates from Aldo Biasi, plus approval of minutes from the board's March 11, 2026 meetings.

No minutes have been published yet, so details of the updates and any actions taken are not confirmed.

Coming up

• **July 15 — Planning and Zoning Commission:** Public hearing on a proposed Building Code amendment that would exempt routine residential reroofing from the building permit requirement. Permits would still be required for projects involving structural modifications. The hearing will inform a future City Council decision on adoption.

• **July 23 — City Council:** Public hearing on the proposed issuance of up to $12 million in Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, for drinking water system improvements. The council anticipates issuing no more than $9.675 million, with an additional $1.075 million in principal forgiveness funding. The bonds would bear a hardship grant assessment fee in lieu of interest at up to 2% per annum, with a maximum maturity of 35 years. No taxes will be pledged to secure the bonds.

Parowan boards tackled budget, road dedication, and land use in late June and early July

Parowan's City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Subdivision Review Committee each convened over the past two weeks, with the FY2026 budget amendments, a proposed road dedication at 1200 West, and unspecified land use applications on their agendas. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, so confirmed outcomes — including any votes, dollar amounts, or final decisions — are not available. What follows is based solely on the published agendas.

City Council — FY2026 budget amendments and fees

The Parowan City Council met June 25 at Parowan City Hall, 35 E. 100 N., at 5:30 p.m. The agenda listed adoption of the FY2026 Amended Budget, a public hearing on proposed changes to the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 budget, and a review of the fee schedule for the city pool and recreation center.

A separate June 25 agenda noted that the public hearing would cover proposed changes to the FY2025–2026 budget but contained only procedural notice and meeting logistics. No readable line items or specific dollar amounts were attached. Residents were invited to attend or submit written comments to city recorder Callie Bassett before the session.

The council also listed a discussion on speeding issues and solutions, and a Parowan Art Program report.

Because minutes are not yet published, it is not confirmed whether the budget amendments were adopted, what fee changes if any were approved, or what was concluded on speeding or the art program.

Planning and Zoning Commission — road dedication and sign code

On July 1, the Planning and Zoning Commission was scheduled to consider dedicating a road at 1200 West and to review a proposed new sign code, with a public hearing to be scheduled. The agenda also included approval of previous meeting minutes.

No minutes have been published, so it is not confirmed whether the road dedication was approved, whether the sign code advanced, or whether a public hearing date was set.

Subdivision Review Committee — land use applications

The Subdivision Review Committee met July 2 to approve minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting and to review land use applications. The agenda did not name any specific applications. Staff reports were also listed.

No minutes are available, so it is not confirmed which applications, if any, were approved.

What this means for residents

The budget amendments, if adopted, would adjust Parowan's spending plan for the current fiscal year. Pool and recreation center fee changes, if approved, would directly affect residents who use those facilities. The proposed road dedication at 1200 West and any new sign code would affect property owners and businesses in the applicable areas. Until minutes are published, none of these outcomes can be confirmed.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents can watch for published minutes from the June 25 City Council, July 1 Planning and Zoning Commission, and July 2 Subdivision Review Committee meetings to learn what was decided.

Parowan boards meet on budget, road, and sign matters; details pending

The Parowan City Council held a public hearing last week to consider amendments to the current fiscal year budget, but minutes from the session have not yet been published. Several other city bodies also convened, with agendas covering road dedication, sign codes, and land-use applications—none of which had published outcomes by press time.

City Council

The City Council met on June 25 at Parowan City Hall. According to its published agendas, the council held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget and was slated to vote on the amended budget. The agenda also listed a review of the fee schedule for the city pool and recreation center, a discussion of speeding issues and potential solutions, and a report from the Parowan Art Program. Written comments on the budget were accepted through the city recorder’s office. No decisions, dollar amounts, or vote tallies were available as of July 5.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission convened on July 1. Its agenda called for consideration of a road dedication at 1200 West and a review of a proposed new sign code. If advanced, a public hearing on the sign code would be scheduled. No other details were disclosed, and meeting minutes have not been released.

Subdivision Review Committee

The Subdivision Review Committee met on July 2. The agenda included approval of minutes from its June 2 meeting, review of unspecified land-use applications, and staff reports. No specific applications were named in the public notice, and results were not available.

Coming up

No public meetings of Parowan city bodies are scheduled during the next two weeks, based on currently posted agendas.