Robert Cox
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- 5:16
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Council Member Robert Cox on the recordAI-generated · 3 meetingsCouncil Member Robert Cox consistently prioritizes fiscal discipline and data-driven accountability, frequently questioning staff on revenue projections, salary disclosures, and the cost-effectiveness of new city projects. He has actively engaged in development and infrastructure policy, advocating for sustainable water management and proposing adjustments to residential zoning to ensure development aligns with existing city capacity. Notably, Cox has taken a skeptical stance on non-essential expenditures like new recreation facilities, arguing that the city should prioritize core infrastructure needs and explore strategies for proactive revenue growth rather than static budgeting.
Top issues during term (20)
West Canyon Park Safety
Total project cost approximately $750,000, partially offset by state and federal grants.
Water Meter Fee Increase
Residents and developers may face higher costs for water meter installations.
Wildfire Mitigation & Brush Clearing Equipment
Potential costs associated with increased enforcement, signage, and brush clearing on city-owned parcels.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Involves multi-million dollar adjustments across various city funds, including a $1 million allocation for the Heritage Theater and funding for infrastructure projects.
Homelessness and Food Insecurity
Cedar City allocates $106,100.19 in mitigation funding for FY27.
Bauer Meadows Residential Development
Impacts future property tax revenues and municipal service demands in the growing area.
School Zone Traffic Safety
Costs for potential traffic control devices or staffing are unknown.
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.
Cross Hollow Development
Property value and commercial investment potential will increase as the land is developed.
Iron Springs Road Industrial Annexation
Potential long-term increases in city tax revenue and infrastructure investments such as a 30-inch sewer line.
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.
Stormwater Management
The project requires future budget allocation for infrastructure expansion.
Center Street Road Improvements
The project is a major state-led infrastructure investment.
Airport Development and Safety
Capital improvement costs for terminal security upgrades and consultant fees.
Diamante Subdivision Industrial Rezone
None directly on city revenues, though private commercial investment is anticipated.
Decisions during term (397)
Recorded while Cox 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
Ordinance Text Amendment 26-111-21 (Permitted and Conditional Uses)
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 Covered Outdoor Arena Bids
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 (62)
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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
Approve Purchase of Masticator
Create 'Cedar City Cares' Committee and Bylaws
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:
Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn and moved to go into closed session at 6:28 p.m.
Councilmember Phillips moved to go onto closed meeting at 6:58 pm
Closed Session for Litigation
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
to go onto closed meeting at 7:36 pm
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
Authorize University-Assisted Strategic Planning Partnership
Appreciated the effort to find more efficient ways to operate and favored looking into the study.
go into closed meeting at 6:22 p.m.
Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget Resolution
Adjournment to Closed Session for Litigation
deny RDO and Development Agreement for the Cross Hollow RDO located in the vicinity of Cody Drive and Cross Hollow Road
Councilmember Cox moved to approve modifying Engineering Standards Section 5 regarding driveway requirements in note one, adding 221.1 and in note two adding 221.2
Councilmember Wilkey moved to approve modifying City Ordinance 26-V-18 regarding driveway requirements with a max of 60' up to 50% width of frontage
Award Contract for 600 S/1100 W Traffic Signal Project
Approval of Ordinance Modifying City Ordinance 26-V-18 (Driveway Requirements)
Approval of Ordinance Modifying Engineering Standards Section 5
Approval of Ordinance 35-10(B) Amendment (No Parking Zones)
Denial of Cross Hollow RDO and Development Agreement
I think there's some wiggle room here if we were to go back to the drawing board... leaving it there for 20 years, nothing potentially, or whatever, is worse than working with them and coming to an agreement of something that will work.