Kate Bradshaw

The key discussion centered on a Conditional Use Permit application for a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit located at 521 West 3500 South. A public hearing was conducted with no public comments received. The committee addressed concerns regarding property fencing and confirmed that the applicant must submit a separate Building Permit for staff review, specifically ensuring compliance regarding the existing swimming pool and its required safety fencing. A condition of approval was amended to explicitly address the review of impacts from the existing swimming pool.

The agenda for the Bountiful City Council meeting included a 6:00 p.m. Work Session featuring a Legislative Update and Open Meetings Training. The 7:00 p.m. Regular Session involved public comment and council reports. Key discussion items for approval included expenditures greater than $1,000 from January and February 2026, December 2025 Financial Reports, and a Liquor License for St. Olaf's Catholic School. Additionally, the Council considered approval for a Site Plan Review for Revolutionary Rides, a Resolution to approve an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Davis County for Highway Dispatch Call Routing, and a letter of support for the America250 Celebration. Several major purchases were scheduled for consideration, including switchgear, transformers, capacitor banks, and power poles from various vendors. The agenda also included the consideration of an Ordinance codifying a municipal Transient Room Tax and a proposal from Taylor Electric for the 2026 Concrete Replacement Contract.

The session convened as a Board of Canvassers meeting to review the results of the 2025 General Election. The presentation included the total number of registered voters, voter turnout percentage, and the vote totals for the Mayoral and Council races. Following the presentation, the Board unanimously passed a motion to certify the 2025 General Election results before adjourning the Board of Canvassers meeting.

The Work Session included a legislative update from Representatives Ward and Ballard. During the Regular Session, key discussions centered on several Architectural and Site Plan Applications for new businesses, including Soul Elevation Health and Wellness, Onkels Chiropractic, and LaSalle Yi LLC. The Council also considered the purchase of a Groundwater Monitor Contract with Wasatch Environmental and approval of Resolution No. 2026-01 regarding Council Appointments and Liaisons. Other items addressed included approval of expenditures over $1,000 paid in late 2025 and the November 2025 Financial Report, honoring the Bountiful High School Girls Soccer Team, and the swearing-in of a new Councilmember, Ms. Sophia Ward. The Council also deferred action on the adoption of the "Bountiful By Design" General Plan to the next meeting.

The meeting commenced with the explanation of the selection process for filling a vacant Council seat by the City Attorney. The primary agenda item involved candidates addressing the Council regarding their qualifications for appointment, followed by a round of questions. Following the initial presentations, an additional round of statements and follow-up questions was conducted for the top two candidates, Ms. Perkes and Ms. Bahr. The Council then proceeded to two rounds of voting, ultimately selecting Millicent Bahr to fill the vacant City Council seat, which was formalized by a subsequent motion to appoint her. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.