Mike Weichers
About
Mike Weichers' platform centers on maintaining stability as an incumbent mayor, with a primary focus on addressing public safety and police-related issues in Cottonwood Heights. His campaign emphasizes continuity in city leadership and responsiveness to the specific operational needs of the local police department.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyPrioritize addressing police issues and public safety concerns within the city.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 5
- Total speaking time
- 47:09
- Avg per meeting
- 9:26
- Segments
- 661
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Top issues during term (17)
Brady Family Property Rezone (2196 E. 6457 S.)
Creates one additional buildable residential lot.
Commercial Zone Modernization and Permitted Uses
Could streamline business licensing and reduce administrative delays for commercial developers.
Fort Union Boulevard Pedestrian Safety
The applicant faces operational limits, while avoiding the direct cost of a formal traffic engineering study.
Commercial Signage Design Compliance
None on city funds; private investments by local businesses.
Neighborhood Stop Sign Overhaul
Minimal physical removal costs, offset by reduced police enforcement resource needs.
Fort Union Residential Rezoning
The financial impact is currently unknown as the specific nature of the development standard changes has not been detailed.
Bengal Boulevard Pedestrian Trail
The city will be entering into a professional services agreement for design and advertising.
water conservation
Reduced water usage may lower utility costs for residents over time.
traffic law enforcement
Residents are facing $500 cash-only towing fees to retrieve vehicles from Provo.
police policy and state legislation
Potential for unfunded mandates could increase city costs.
community wellbeing survey
The service costs just under $10,000 per year.
municipal bond
If this passes, expect a potential increase in your property taxes to cover the debt service on the bond.
police conduct litigation
Taxpayers could be on the hook for hefty legal fees and potential settlement payouts if the city loses this case.
legal settlement
This $4 million payout is a huge chunk of change that will likely strain city resources or lead to higher insurance premiums.
police misconduct settlement
This $4 million hit to the city budget will likely mean less cash for other local projects or a potential bump in insurance premiums.
billboard relocation
Moving the sign will cost the owner money, but it could boost local property values if the new spot is less intrusive.
legal oversight
Using private firms instead of public staff could be costing taxpayers more while keeping the billing details hidden from public view.
Decisions during term (15)
Recorded while Weichers was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Yeti Bar and Lounge Signage (SPL-25-004)
Approval of December 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes
Recommend Approval of General Plan Water Use and Preservation Element
Approval of December 3, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
Continue Project CUP 25-004
Approval of January 22, 2025, Planning Commission Minutes
Resolution 2025-04: Amendment to CMT Technical Services Agreement
Continue ZTA 24-005 to February 5, 2025
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Resolution 2025-01
Adjournment of Work Session
Approval of Ordinance 429
Approval of Resolution 2025-01
Table Resolution 2025-02 (FlashVote Agreement)
Approval of Consent Calendar
Voting record (2)
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