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Council Meeting Preview – May 18
There’s a lot on the agenda for Tuesday’s city council meeting. Here are a few of the key issues the public will be asked to give their opinions about:
Should the municipal power rates be increased? The Energy department has asked for an increase in rates – 11% this year and 6% next year.
Should municipal water rates be increased? The Director of Public Works has recommended that rate will be increased by 15% during summer months.
Should the Water Department refinance bonds? The water department is asking to refinance Storm Water bonds in order to fund approximately $3 million in additional capital improvements.
Additionally, the council will vote on grants to be used for funding the Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Provo City Library.
If you’d like to share your input or see what your neighbors have to say, don’t forget to show up tonight at 7:00 p.m.
As always, you can download the official council agenda from the Provo City website.
Council Meeting Preview – May 4
Show up at tonight’s council meeting for a chance to weigh-in on some important issues including budget allocations and the new Bus Rapid Transit route.
At the meeting, there will be public hearings for the following issues:
Should UTA add the Bus Rapid Transit Route on University Ave. or Freedom? Bus Rapid Transit is a fast bus system that acts like a train. It comes more regularly, has fewer stops, and drives on its own dedicated lanes. In Provo, Bus Rapid Transit buses are expected to come every five minutes, making it easy for people to get where they’re going. These buses will have their own lanes in the center of the street, much like the train system in Salt Lake. UTA has suggested that University Ave. is the best place for the new route. However, Freedom Blvd. is also an alternative.
Should the council appropriate $550,000 for the Airport Fund? Commercial flights may soon be landing in Provo. This will bring new business and income to the city – plus, we won’t have to ride down to Salt Lake when we need to fly. The funding appropriation will help the airport prepare for the big changes.
Other issues on the agenda include an ordinance regarding the time allotted for homes to connect to the sewer system, insurance-related changes to the municipal code, and the authorization of a municipal recreation grant application.
As always, you can download the official council agenda from the Provo City website.
I apologize for the lack of posts over the past week as I was out sick. Please keep coming back updates about our district. If you ever need to reach me, don’t hesitate to call or email.
Council Meeting Preview – April 20
Several issues will be discussed at tonight’s city council meeting. Here’s what to expect:
- A resolution consenting to the appointment of David Graves as City Engineer for the City of Provo, Utah.
- A resolution consenting to the appointment of Janene Weiss as City Recorder for the City of Provo,
Utah. - A resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $9 million of storm water revenue and refunding
bonds and establishing certain parameters with respect to the bonds; and related matters. - A public hearing to consider a resolution appropriating $625,550 in various funds for personnel
expenses and applying to the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010.
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- A resolution approving revisions to the Equity Share and Home Purchase Plus loan programs.
- A resolution authorizing preparation of a Draft Freedom Plaza Community Development Project Area Plan for new development located within the area from 100 North to 200 North and from 200 West to 300 West in Provo, Utah.
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Land Use Legislation
- A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amended Development Agreement for the Lakeview Fields Subdivision located generally at 1988 North Geneva Road, Provo, Utah Lakeview North Neighborhood.
- A public hearing to consider a resolution adopting the 2009 Update to the Provo City General Plan.
If you’d like to share your input or see what your neighbors have to say, don’t forget to show up tonight at 7:00 p.m.
As always, you can download the official council agenda from the Provo City website.
Council Meeting Preview – April 6
Come on down to tonight’s city council meeting to give your input on several important Provo issues. The council will be voting on a number of resolutions including the hiring of a new Executive Director.
Here are some of the questions we’ll be discussing:
How should community development funds be allocated? Every year the city receives funds that must be used for community development in high-need areas. This year, the council has discussed using the money for a variety of programs, improving Pioneer Park, and funding a new park for the Spring Creek neighborhood.
Should the city allow a business to transfer its liquor license to another site downtown? A downtown establishment (Atchafalaya) was asked to relocate due to the development of the new convention center. However, they will be unable to continue business unless they are permitted to use their liquor license in their new location.
Should the city permit the Isles Project to have the requested zoning? A private student housing development is in the works for just south of BYU’s campus. The developer is asking the council to approve zoning that allows for fewer parking spaces due to the development’s proximity to campus.
Should the Mayor be authorized to submit an application for a Health and Human Services Grant? Mayor Curtis would like to apply for a grant that provides funds for a mentoring program at the Boulders Apartment Complex in south Provo.
If you’d like to share your input or see what your neighbors have to say, don’t forget to show up tonight at 7:00 p.m.
As always, you can download the official council agenda from the Provo City website.