Waldo Galan
No biography on file yet.
Contact
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 40
- Total speaking time
- 4:51:06
- Avg per meeting
- 7:17
- Segments
- 4250
Want every word Galan has said?
The OpenCity MCP for Claude.ai answers questions like “what has Galan said about housing this year” with one prompt — full speaking history, with YouTube timestamps.
Voice summary
Council Member Waldo Galan on the recordAI-generated · 3 meetingsCouncil Member Waldo Galan has consistently prioritized fiscal transparency, administrative efficiency, and rigorous financial oversight throughout recent council proceedings. He has actively engaged with budget allocations, repeatedly demanding performance deliverables for economic development and clearer breakdowns for staffing and capital investments. His legislative approach is characterized by skepticism toward new development overlays and technology contracts, favoring cautious, data-driven analysis over immediate approval to protect the city’s long-term infrastructure and financial viability.
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.
Cross Hollow Development
Property value and commercial investment potential will increase as the land is developed.
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.
Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 26-III-21
Undefined municipal impact regarding commercial and residential development flexibility.
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 Galan 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 (66)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Ordinance Text Amendment 26-111-21 (Permitted and Conditional Uses)
Voted nay because he had not adequately read over the text amendment materials prior to the vote.
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 Wilkey moved to approve the bid for Carollo
Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn and moved to go into closed session at 6:28 p.m.
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
Zone Change at 1133 S. Main St.
I'll do it this time despite applicant absence.
General Plan Change for Iron Springs Road Area
Water Backup Generator Option 2C Design
Protects future capacity connectivity upfront.