City Council Meeting - November 12, 2024

Meeting Summary

The November 12 City Council meeting covered power infrastructure, development code changes, and transportation planning. The Council considered two resolutions related to power supply contracts through Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS): Resolution #2024-55 for the Power County Power Project and Resolution #2024-56 for the Millard County Power Project. These natural gas power plant contracts represent Lehi's participation in regional energy infrastructure to serve the city's growing electricity demands. The Council also took up two development code amendments that had been recommended by the Planning Commission at its October 24 meeting. Ordinance #65-2024 would revise the allowed rear yard setback on corner lots from 30 feet to 15 feet for remodels, giving homeowners more flexibility when renovating properties on corner lots. Ordinance #66-2024 would amend Chapter 26 on Accessory Uses, updating side yard setback requirements for detached accessory dwelling units to allow one-story structures or those under 20 feet to be placed 10 feet from property lines rather than requiring full zone setbacks. During the pre-council session, the Council received PARC tax recipient reports and presentations, and discussed the transportation system in North Lehi. The regular session included a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) presentation and priorities discussion. The consent agenda covered approval of meeting minutes, purchase orders, and surplus items. The Council also considered holding a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation.