All present included Mayor Kevin Smith,
Council Member Mike Scott,
Council Member Sharon Gillespie,
Council Member Sharon Barton,
Council Member Dillon Hurt,
and
Council Member Wayne Pennington.
STAFF:
City Manager Chuck Gillette,
City Attorney Bryan Pack,
Director of Finance Cade Visser,
Building and Zoning Administrator Rob Dalley,
Public Works Director and City Engineer Tom Jorgensen,
and
City Recorder Kari D. Jimenez.
EXCUSED: None.
Mayor Kevin Smith acknowledged there was a quorum present. All Council Members were in attendance. City Recorder Kari D. Jimenez was in attendance remotely.
Council Member Wayne Pennington led the Flag Salute
Council Member Wayne Pennington gave the Invocation
Mayor Kevin Smith referred to agenda item 5)A and disclosed he had a conflict with that agenda item. There were no other disclosures or conflicts of interest with items on this meeting's agenda.
Public Hearing Notice
Budgets
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The Director of Finance presented an overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendments and the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating budgets, capital projects, transportation funding, utility funds, impact fees, and major infrastructure projects. Mayor Kevin Smith opened the Public Hearing. a resident referred to the proposed Shivwits/Black Desert Resort development and acknowledged that the Shivwits Band is a sovereign nation and inquired as to the following: whether the City is engaging in "good neighbor" discussions with the Tribe to better understand the project's scope and potential impacts; whether the City plans to conduct its own impact studies related to transportation, traffic, public safety, fire and EMS services, and other community impacts; and whether the City is considering the potential long-term infrastructure and public safety costs associated with the development in its planning and budgeting processes, including whether opportunities may exist to seek reimbursement or mitigation funding for impacts that could affect Ivins residents and taxpayers. There being no other comments in person or through the Zoom application, Mayor Kevin Smith closed the Public Hearing. The explanation of this agenda item and public comment may be accessed at time stamp 00:16:34.
Budget 04.2026 Finance Report - Write Up
Budget Updated - 05.07.26 - Q3 FY26 Quarterly Report
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The Mayor and City Council discussed the proposed budget amendments, potential effects of state population adjustments, capital project timing, and future funding opportunities. The next steps in this budget process are to continue to discuss this at the next City Council meeting. It was suggested that the Budgets and the Certified Property Tax Rate be approved at a City Council meeting in June. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:50:52.
Budget 04.2026 Finance Report - Write Up
Budget Updated - 05.07.26 - Q3 FY26 Quarterly Report
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The Mayor and City Council discussed capital priorities, roadway landscaping, transportation projects, animal shelter participation, and future budget considerations. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:56:02.
Staff Report
Application
Narrative
Map
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The proposed facility would be located on the roof of the Tuacahn Center for the Arts and is intended to improve wireless communication service in the area. Staff has reviewed the application and determined it to be complete and in compliance with applicable City Code and land use requirements. The Technical Review Committee reviewed the proposal and recommended approval. The Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing on May 5, 2026, and recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:00:02.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Barton moved to approve the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve a Class V Conditional Use Permit Proposing a Wireless Telecommunication Rooftop Facility, located at approximately 1100 Tuacahn Drive. Tuacahn Center for the Arts-Owner. Daniel Thurgood-Applicant
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Gillespie
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
AYE |
| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
AYE |
| Council Member Sharon Barton |
AYE |
| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
AYE |
| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
AYE |
The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:02:36.
Staff Report
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The increased fee helps offset the cost of food, cleaning, daily care, and other services provided to animals while in the shelter’s custody. The current fee has remained unchanged since approximately 2008 despite significant increases in operational, supply, veterinary, and animal care costs. There was clarification when the original motion was being made that this is a Resolution and not an Ordinance and that the Mayors name needed to be changed to reflect Mayor Kevin Smith. Those changes will be made to the document. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:03:40.
MOTION: Council Member Sharon Gillespie moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-10R, a Resolution of Ivins City, Utah, approving an increase in fees related to Ivins Animal Shelter to increase the fee for such services from $10 per day to $25 per day, with the appropriate documentation being revised to read that it is a Resolution and Mayor Smith's name correctly
SECOND: Council Member Sharon Barton
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Mike Scott |
AYE |
| Council Member Sharon Gillespie |
AYE |
| Council Member Sharon Barton |
AYE |
| Council Member Dillon Hurt |
AYE |
| Council Member Wayne Pennington |
AYE |
Roll call vote. All Council Members were present and voted in favor. The Motion may be accessed at time stamp 01:18:28.
Firehouse Fundraiser Update 5-21-2026
BACKGROUND and RECOMMENDATION: The fundraising committee has met several times and has developed a project name, logo, brochure, donor materials, QR code donation platform, and fundraising envelopes. The project branding emphasizes “Building Our Future, Honoring Our Past” and incorporates elements of the firefighting profession and the City's history. A soft launch was conducted through the City newsletter and a bigger launch at the America250 concert. Committee members are exploring promotional items, educational outreach, and social media campaigns to increase public awareness of the project and the need for the fire station renovation. Discussion included recognizing donors, educating residents about public safety needs, and continuing efforts to secure both major donor and community support. The fundraising campaign is anticipated to continue for approximately one year, and community members were encouraged to share ideas and volunteer to assist with fundraising efforts. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 01:19:26.
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REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA: Continued discussion and consideration regarding annual budgeted financial support of Switchpoint to address homelessness in Washington County |