Matthew D. Andrews

The meeting commenced with acknowledgments of new personnel, including a new police officer and the sergeant, followed by a moment of silence and the pledge of allegiance. Key discussion points involved public comments regarding infrastructure and safety improvements. Residents requested the painting of crosswalks at specific intersections (2050 and 5700, and 2200 West and 5900 South) to enhance pedestrian safety, particularly for schoolchildren. Other topics included support for the America 250 celebration (Resolution 25-33), proposed amendments to the Comcast service agreement regarding damage notification timeliness (Resolution 25-34), equalization of city park fees for residents and non-residents (Resolution 25-32), and discussion of Ordinance 25-18 concerning water conservation and usage in the general plan, with a suggestion to incorporate solar power backup for water well power generation. Resident comments also touched upon city audits, employee raises, and police enforcement effectiveness.

The meeting included the approval of consent items, such as the September 16, 2025, and October 7, 2025, meeting minutes, surplus vehicle sales, and the September 2025 Financial Statement. Public comments addressed concerns regarding a retention pond drainage issue, a proposed development's access point, the need for a crosswalk at 2200 West 6000 South, and restrictions on off-street parking in front of homes. The Council heard a presentation on the Water Usage and Preservation Element of the General Plan, with an adoption public hearing scheduled for December 16th. Action items included the approval of the 2025 General Election Canvass results, the passage of Proclamation No. 2025-1 honoring 100 years of PTA service by declaring October as PTA Month, and establishing the 2026 City Council Meeting Dates. Two ordinances related to development agreements were approved: one for a residential development near 2400 West 4000 South involving a height extension and the transfer of a retention basin, and another for a mixed-use development near 2718 West 4000 South involving height and commercial setback waivers. Discussions were held regarding a resolution to exchange real property associated with retention basins. Discussion items covered the allowance of single-family residential chickens (to be forwarded to the Planning Commission) and various options for off-street parking, including hammerhead driveways. Council reports noted potential funding from MIDA, the need to consider a policy for traffic calming devices, and the status of negotiations regarding transfer station contracts.

The agenda for the Roy City Council meeting on December 16, 2025, included several action items. These actions involved administering the Oath of Office for a Sergeant Promotion, considering resolutions to amend fees for the Parks and Recreation Department (Resolution 25-32) and to recognize the Roy City Utah250 Community Committee (Resolution 25-33), and authorizing an agreement with Comcast of Utah II, Inc. for a Cable Communications Network (Resolution 25-34). Additionally, the council planned to consider amendments to the General Plan concerning a Water Usage and Conservation Element (Ordinance 25-18) and amendments to Zoning Regulations regarding parking in residential zones and off-street parking (Ordinance 25-19). Discussion items included a single-family residential chicken allowance and off-street parking regulations.

The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance and a declaration of conflicts, none were noted. The commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the November 25th, 2025 work session. The primary agenda item involved a public hearing to consider amendments to the general plan, specifically to include a state-required water usage and conservation element. Staff presented modifications to the draft, noting that it meets state and grant requirements. Key discussion points included population growth projections for 2030, 2040, and 2050, and mapping potential growth areas. Further modifications discussed involved adding local water-wise landscaping photos, incorporating employment and commercial services projections, clarifying indoor water use rates based on projected household types (townhome/multifamily growth), and discussing outdoor water use, which is predominantly serviced by the Roy Water Conservancy District. A detailed table breaking down water use by land use type was introduced, and a new strategy regarding 'right-sized amenity areas' related to water-wise landscaping was proposed. Finally, the commission reviewed water conservation policy recommendations, including defining non-functional turf and discussing water supply availability versus projected demand, confirming ample supply exists.

The Roy City Council meeting included discussions on consent items, specifically the September 16th and October 7th city council meeting minutes. There was a clarification on surplus vehicles, including how the exchange process benefits Roy City. The council addressed public comments regarding a retention pond, a property tax increase, and the need for a new streetlight. Other topics included a request for a crosswalk on 2200 West and 6000 South, changes to ordinances regarding chickens, and concerns about increased traffic due to new construction.