Council approves Authorization to Proceed with 1200 South & Mill Road Roundabout Design, 4–1

Approval of September Meeting Minutes

0 yes, 0 no

Adoption of Riverhawk Road Annexation (Ordinance 2026-20)

5 yes, 0 no

Sid Ostergaard (yes), Aaron Cheatwood (yes), Morgan Murdock (yes), Mike Johnston (yes), Yvonne Barney (yes)

Adoption of Telecommunications Ordinance Update (Ordinance 2026-21)

5 yes, 0 no

Mike Johnston (yes), Morgan Murdock (yes), Aaron Cheatwood (yes), Sid Ostergaard (yes), Yvonne Barney (yes)

Consent Agenda Approval (Minutes, Holidays, Finch Creek, WUI Map, Safety Bonus)

5 yes, 0 no

Sid Ostergaard (yes), Aaron Cheatwood (yes), Morgan Murdock (yes), Mike Johnston (yes), Yvonne Barney (yes)

Authorization to Proceed with 1200 South & Mill Road Roundabout Design

4 yes, 1 no

Mike Johnston (yes), Morgan Murdock (yes), Aaron Cheatwood (yes), Sid Ostergaard (yes), Yvonne Barney (no)

To Discuss the Character, Professional Competence, or Physical or Mental Health of an Individual

5 yes, 0 no

Discuss Strategies for City Owned Property Located in CRA Project Area

5 yes, 0 no

August 18, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes, and September 1, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes

5 yes, 0 no

Resolution 2026-24 Observed Holidays 2027

5 yes, 0 no

Ordinance 2026-23, amending the Wildland Urban Interface Map

5 yes, 0 no

Utility Requirement for Central Heber Overlay Zone

5 yes, 0 no

Discuss Strategies for City Owned Property Located in CRA Project Area

5 yes, 0 no

Blue Sign Annexation

2600 N Hwy 40

Proposal to annex 4.26 acres along Highway 40 with townhomes, flats, and commercial retail space.

Discussed — no decision yet

Central Heber Overlay Zone (CHOZ)

Downtown Heber City

This item was postponed to the October 20 meeting.

tabled (5-0) · still tabled

RiverHawk Road Annexation

RiverHawk Road

Annexing 3.38 acres of land into the city to bring the new high school road entirely within Heber municipal limits.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Finch Creek

The council approved the consent agenda, which included past meeting minutes, 2027 holidays, an amendment to the Finch Creek development agreement prioritizing local utility workers for affordable housing, the WUI map update, and safety bonuses.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Celebration Housing

301 East 1200 South

Master development agreement for 148 affordable housing units with proposed city impact fee loan assistance.

Discussed — no decision yet

Allwest Fiber Optic Cable Placement

Allwest asked the city to bend its underground cable rules so they can string overhead fiber in downtown Heber. They argue it's too expensive to trench everywhere, but council members worry about visual clutter and setting a precedent for other telecom companies.

What it means: Residents in underserved areas seeking broadband competition and Allwest.

Riverhawk Road Annexation

The city is considering annexing 3.38 acres of roadway around the new Deer Creek High School to ensure police and maintenance jurisdiction falls fully within Heber City. This clean-up annexation brings the street in front of the school under unified city management.

What it means: Wasatch County School District and Heber City emergency services will benefit from clear jurisdictional boundaries.

Mill Road and 1200 South Intersection Safety

Despite emotional testimony from long-time residents and business owners about land loss and business disruption, the council voted to move forward with engineering designs for a new roundabout at 1200 South and Mill Road.

What it means: Commuters and motorists utilizing the 1200 South corridor.

Blue Sign Annexation and Land Use Options

Developers of the 4.26-acre Blue Sign property presented four concept plans featuring townhomes and commercial spaces along Highway 40. The council emphasized the need for affordable housing, trail connections, and preservation of the historic London Springs area.

What it means: Future commercial patrons, housing buyers, and the developer.

Park Infrastructure Upgrades

The committee reviewed multiple vendor bids for playground upgrades funded by TAP tax revenues. Members discussed prioritizing features like inclusive play structures, natural climbing elements, and adequate shade while balancing costs across multiple city parks.

What it means: Involves approximately $300,000 in TAP tax funding for park projects.

Open Space Preservation and Conservation Fee Ordinance

Mayor Franco introduced a draft ordinance that creates a formal process for the city to spend conservation fee money on preserving agricultural land and open space, particularly in the North Fields. The POST committee would act as an advisory body to vet applications and make recommendations to the City Council.

What it means: Heber City residents and landowners seeking alternatives to development, preserving community character and scenic views.