Topics getting the most attention in Cedar City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in public safety
A Santa helicopter's rough landing in Cedar City is making the city rethink its safety rules. Get ready for some changes to how these holiday events are handled!
Cul-de-sacs are being redesigned to be larger so fire trucks can turn around safely.
A police operation in Cedar City went sideways, resulting in a shooting that left one person seriously injured. Cops are still piecing together exactly what happened during the incident.
Cul-de-sacs are being redesigned to be larger so fire trucks can turn around safely, which is a big win for public safety.
Residents and council members debated how to balance the need for efficient meetings with the public's desire to speak on local issues. The council decided to allow public comments at the end of action meetings.
Abandoned lots are becoming overgrown and unsafe, causing frustration for neighbors.
The city's fireworks show will be significantly shorter this year because of a supply chain issue. Officials are looking into ways to buy and store fireworks earlier next year to prevent this from happening again.
The shelter is looking for ways to handle growth without adding a full-time staff member, potentially by changing their open hours.
Traffic congestion and safety near Fiddlers Canyon Elementary and Cedar Middle School are major concerns. The council is working with the school district to find better ways to manage parent drop-off and pick-up lines.
Cedar City Hospital is building a new ER wing to help with overcrowding and add mental health resources.