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IVINS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
February 5, 2026
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NOTICE: This meeting will be held in person. You may listen to the live audio feed by going to www.ivinsutah.gov under "Upcoming Events". When the meeting is live, it will reflect "In Progress" - click on the "In Progress" link to listen to the meeting live. |
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The link for Public Hearing electronic participation is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83795142590 |
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Amendments to the agenda are identified with an asterisk. |
Audience: Steve Sullivan, Shad Johnsen, Jerry Nostadt, Gail Fulde, Marcia Hawkins, Becky & Chuck Warren
MAYOR AND COUNCIL: The meeting was called to order at
5:30 p.m. and announced there was a quorum present.
Mayor Kevin Smith acknowledged there was a quorum present. All Council Members were in attendance.
Council Member Sharon Barton led the Flag Salute
Council Member Sharon Barton gave the Invocation
There were no disclosures or conflicts of interest with items on this meeting's agenda.
The Mayor and City Council recognized Lance Anderson for his many years of service to the City and presented him with a plaque. The recognition and discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:02:38.
Miranda Wright with the Kayenta Arts Foundation reported on the Kayenta Arts Foundations 2024-2025 Impact Report. The report is available as an attachment to this agenda and the discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:10:16.
KAF Annual Report 2024-2025
Parks and Recreation Report
SCI Public Safety Report
SCI Fire Report
Electronic reports are available as attachments to this agenda. Verbal reports given by Parks and Recreation Director Marc Christensen, Police Chief Jaron Studley and Fire Chief Dan Cazier, may be accessed at the following time stamps:
Parks and Recreation Director Marc Christensen: 00:13:38
Police Chief Jaron Studley: 00:20:20
Fire Chief Dan Cazier: 00:26:34
Quarterly Report 02.05.2026 - Q2 FY26
An electronic report is available as an attachment to this agenda. The verbal report given by Director of Finance Cade Visser, may be accessed at the following time stamp: 00:35:38.
A report was provided to the Mayor and City Council. The report provided by Commissioner Pam Gardiol may be accessed at time stamp 00:41:44.
Form
Ivins City Council Citizen Comment Form - Rex Muhlestein
There was one Citizen Comment submitted by Rex Muhlestein. A copy of the comment is available as an attachment to this agenda and the discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:52:24.
Notice of Vacancy and Public Hearing -Wash Co Solid Waste District 2026
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: Former City Council Member and Ivins resident, Cheyne McDonald, is being considered to fill this vacancy. Cheyne McDonald was in attendance through the Zoom application. Mayor Kevin Smith opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments in person or through the Zoom application, Mayor Kevin Smith closed the Public Hearing. The explanation of this agenda item may be accessed at time stamp 01:01:10.
Resolution
Suggested additions to the WCSWD Resolution
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: A Council Member proposed additional "WHEREAS" statements to be included in the Resolution. The proposed additional statements are available as an attachment to this agenda. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:02:08.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Gillespie moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-01R as amended with comments submitted, a Resolution of Ivins City, Utah, appointing a representative to the Washington County Solid Waste District Board, that appointment being Cheyne McDonald
SECOND: Council Member Mike Scott
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:05:28. Roll call vote. All Council Members were present and voted in favor.
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The Mayor and City Council expressed concern regarding the map used by the State of Utah that identifies high-risk zones. Under the 2006 Utah Wildland-Urban Interface Code, the City is required to adopt a map; however, it does not necessarily have to be the State’s map. Washington County plans to use the State’s map for its annual inspections. The Ivins City Manager and Fire Chief presented an alternative map that they created, identifying the areas Ivins City feels are areas in high risk zones. The Utah Wildland-Urban Interface Code requires that properties located within designated high risk zones be built to a higher construction standard. It was suggested that representatives from the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands be included in a future “Talk About” discussion. The City Manager recommended first speaking with State of Utah officials before holding a “Talk About”. The Mayor and City Council supported holding a work meeting but suggested that a small group meet first to work through the details. The City Manager and Council Member Pennington will coordinate to determine a date for a work meeting regarding the Utah Wildland-Urban Interface Code and map. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:07:10.
Public Hearing Notice
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: Ivins City needs to come into compliance with the State of Utah's code and the changes and additions to the ordinance will accomplish that. Mayor Kevin Smith opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments in person or through the Zoom application, Mayor Kevin Smith closed the Public Hearing. The explanation of this agenda item may be accessed at time stamp 01:34:04.
Ordinance
Questions re Chapter 4 Code Changes
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: Council Member Mike Scott referred to the frequent use of repetitive words and the length of the ordinance and suggested he work with Public Works employees Kaitlynn Kraus and Tom Jorgensen to modernize and clean up the ordinance. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:34:52.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Barton moved to table the approval of Ordinance No. 2026-04, an Ordinance of Ivins City, Utah, amending and completely restating Title 10, Chapter 4 of the Ivins City Code regarding Backflow and Cross Connection regulations to a future City Council meeting
SECOND: Council Member Dillon Hurt
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:47:22.
Resolution
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: This is a formality for a pass-through cost by the Washington County Solid Waste District. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:48:28.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Gillespie moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-03R, a Resolution of Ivins City, Utah, adopting the pass-through of the increase in the Washington County Solid Waste District's Rate
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Barton
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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Roll call vote. All Council Members were present and voted in favor. The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:51:50.
Staff Report
Invoice
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: Approve expenditure of $26,877.55 to reimburse developer Cole West for Ivins City's 50% share of costs to relocate and upsize the existing sewer trunk line from 10 inch to 15 inch within the public right-of-way located north of Harmons between Rachel Drive and Red Mountain Drive.
MOTION: Council Member Wayne Pennington moved to approve the expenditure to reimburse the developer for relocation and upsizing of a shared sewer trunk line in the amount of $26,877.55
SECOND: Council Member Dillon Hurt
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:53:44.
Fire Station Expansion-Issues for Council Discussion
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The Mayor and City Council recognized the tremendous opportunity the City has with the donation that has been pledged and agreed that before committing to moving forward, they need to address donor expectations and role of community fundraising; project costs for renovation vs expansion vs enhancements; decision on proceeding before full funding is secured vs contingent funding approach; financial, timing and grant alternatives; availability from property tax increase; impact from potential EMS sales tax; 5-10 year Fire/EMS cost outlook that looks at new cost sharing split, staffing, operations and capital; public safety impact fee capacity and timing of available funds and future estimates; ladder truck obligation cost and timing and impact fee level of service limits on eligible facility size and funding. The Mayor and City Council agreed to continue this to the next City Council meeting. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:54:42. The motion to continue was combined with agenda item 5)D and may be accessed at time stamp 02:18:58.
Staff Report
Proposal
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: One Council Member expressed concern about the recommended architectural firm, noting that the firm has not previously designed any fire stations. The Council Member pointed out that there are six architectural firms in Utah with proven experience in designing a new fire station or remodeling fire stations and suggested the City consider exploring other options. The Mayor commented that using a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) process could significantly increase costs, potentially doubling or tripling the fee. The City Manager added that the proposed firm is aware of its limited fire station experience, which is reflected in the lower fee, and explained that the Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) process will be used. He also noted that issuing an RFP would slow down the timeline. One Council Member suggested using a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. Regardless of which firm is chosen, the Mayor and City Council emphasized the importance of securing a commitment from the architect to work closely with the Fire Chief to ensure the project requirements are properly addressed. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 02:05:42.
MOTION: Council Member Mike Scott moved to continue the discussion to consider an expenditure for architectural services for the Center Street Fire Station remodel and expansion to clarify some of the conditions that would go in the agreement and continue the discussion regarding potential remodel and expansion of the Center Street Fire Station
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Gillespie
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 02:18:58.
| A. |
Approval of City Council Work Meeting Minutes for January 13, 2026 |
Minutes - DRAFT
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Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes for January 15, 2026 |
Minutes - DRAFT
MOTION: Council Member Mike Scott moved to approve the Consent Agenda
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Gillespie
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 02:20:02.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION |
None
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Legislative Policy Committee report |
The Legislative Policy Committee report may be accessed at time stamp 02:20:14.
The City Council reports may be accessed at time stamp 02:33:28.
The report by the Mayor may be accessed at time stamp 02:38:32.
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City Manager Chuck Gillette |
The City Manager report may be accessed at time stamp 02:38:44
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City Attorney Bryan Pack |
The report by City Attorney Bryan Pack may be accessed at time stamp 02:45:46
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Items to be placed on future agendas |
Items to be placed on future agendas are identified throughout the meeting and will be included on upcoming City Council agendas.
There was no cause to adjourn to a Closed Meeting.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Barton moved to adjourn
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Gillespie
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
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| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
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| Council Member Sharon Barton |
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| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
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| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
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The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 02:48:02 The meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
Respectfully,
Kari D. Jimenez, MPA, MMC
Ivins City Recorder