R. Scott Phillips
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- Total speaking time
- 13:53:48
- Avg per meeting
- 9:16
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Council Member R. Scott Phillips on the recordAI-generated · 4 meetingsCouncil Member R. Scott Phillips consistently prioritizes fiscal prudence, commercial development standards, and long-term infrastructure planning. He has engaged extensively with budget oversight, advocating for revenue-generating measures like library fees while scrutinizing staff expansion and municipal maintenance costs. His voting record and policy inquiries emphasize community character, as seen in his opposition to downtown fuel stations and his careful vetting of residential density and development overlays to ensure proper trail connectivity and lighting. Furthermore, Phillips has demonstrated a proactive approach to city sustainability, pushing for the creation of a comprehensive water conservation plan.
Top issues during term (20)
Cross Hollow Event Center Arena Bids and Fee Waivers
Involves capital expenditures for arena construction and potential foregone impact fee revenue.
Flock Safety Insurance
The city will save $25,000 by not purchasing the insurance policy.
Iron Horse RDO Development Agreement Amendment
Impacts local commercial development potential and property valuations within the overlay district.
Municipal Personnel Policy and Leave Structure Revisions
Aims to control long-term municipal liability for accrued employee leave.
Royal Hunte Drive Median Barrier and Traffic Circulation
Potential future costs if city modifications are pursued independently.
data center development
This could bring jobs and tax money, but we don't know the full cost yet.
Diamante Subdivision Industrial Rezone
None directly on city revenues, though private commercial investment is anticipated.
Cedar City Cares Committee
The financial impact of the committee's operations is not yet specified.
Master Planned Road Vacation at 725 N and 1450 W
Determines future infrastructure construction costs for property owners and the city.
Traffic Safety at Cody Drive and Legacy Park Avenue
Standard sign and hardware installation costs apply.
Quichapa Wells Rehabilitation Project Bids
State grants and potential local match requirements could impact municipal utility budgets.
Police and Fire Equipment Upgrades
The total cost for these items exceeds $500,000, though they are already included in the current budget.
General Plan and Zone Changes at 226 N 3325 W
Neutral impact on city revenues, facilitating private commercial investment.
water pipe repair
Emergency repairs usually cost a pretty penny out of the city's utility maintenance fund, though no exact figures were dropped.
Utah Well-Being Survey Results
None directly associated with the survey presentation.
Water Infrastructure and Emergency Communications
Repairs and emergency staffing utilized municipal utility resources.
Police Department Reaccreditation
Maintained departmental compliance standards with minimal administrative cost.
State-Mandated Land Use Code Updates for Unlisted Uses
Minimal direct municipal financial impact, ensuring legal compliance with state statutes.
Decisions during term (296)
Recorded while Phillips was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approve Agenda Order
Fire Mitigation for Cedar Ridge Area
Amend Mining Rights Lease
City Budget Policy
Water Acquisition Credit Agreement (Cedar 106)
Airport Terminal CCTV Expansion
Airport Planning Consultant Selection
Approval of Minutes
Iron Horse RDO Development Agreement (Height Exception)
Approval of minutes dated October 6, 2026
Consent Agenda Approval
General Plan Change (226 N 3325 W)
Zone Change (Bauer Meadows RDO)
Royal Hunte Drive Barrier Redesign Direction
Cross Hollow Event Center Arena Impact Fees
Personnel Policy Amendment Resolution
Approve minutes dated September 16 and 23, 2026
Ratify bills dated September 25, 2026 and approve bills dated October 9, 2026
Voting record (69)
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General Plan Change (226 N 3325 W)
Zone Change (Bauer Meadows RDO)
Personnel Policy Amendment Resolution
Fund Balance and Reserve Policy
Create 'Cedar City Cares' Committee and Bylaws
Approve Purchase of Masticator
Adjourn to Closed Session
Adjourn to Closed Session
Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn and go into closed session at 5:48 p.m.; second by Councilmember Wilkey; roll call as follows:
Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn and go into closed session at 5:48 p.m.; second by Councilmember Wilkey; roll call as follows:
Resolution to Amend Consolidated Fee Schedule
Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn and moved to go into closed session at 6:28 p.m.
Councilmember Wilkey moved to approve the bid for Carollo
Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Study Bid
Councilmember Phillips moved to go onto closed meeting at 6:58 pm
Closed Session for Litigation
approve the Zone Change
approve the general plan change from rural estates to business light manufacturing, and from central commercial and high-density residential to industrial heavy manufacturing in the vicinity of 800 No
Councilmember Galan moves to consider the emergency redundancy option 2C for future redundancy on the pump systems
Zone Change at 1133 S. Main St.
General Plan Change for Iron Springs Road Area
Water Backup Generator Option 2C Design
Flock Safety Contract Renewal
approve the contract renewal, with the understanding that this is a renewal that'll come back to the council for all future renewals. If there are any infractions or changes, we will exercise our righ
Closed Session for Imminent Litigation
Councilmember Wilkey moved to go onto closed meeting at 6:44 pm
Speed Bump Removal on South Mountain Drive
Development/Deferral Agreement at 2411 W 580 N
redo the signs, and remove the speed bump
to go into closed meeting at 7:46 pm
to approve the ordinance amendment
approve the Development/Deferral Agreement
to go onto closed meeting at 7:36 pm
Councilmember Cox moved to approve the deferral/development agreement, reduce the timeframe to 12 months, and remove the water and have that required when the modeling is done
Councilmember Schmidt moved to approve the ordinance regarding adopting the impact fee facility plan, impact fee analysis, and setting impact fee rates
approve the revision
Magnolia Fields Subdivision Phase 2 Deferral Agreement
Impact Fee Facility Plan, Analysis, and Rates Ordinance
Fixed Asset Management Policy Revision
Councilmember Wilkey moved to put this item on the action agenda
Authorize University-Assisted Strategic Planning Partnership
Supported the study to improve efficiency, provided the strategic plan remains driven by the city's mission and values rather than individual agendas.