Shawn E. Newell
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- Meetings spoken in
- 33
- Total speaking time
- 1:55:32
- Avg per meeting
- 3:30
- Segments
- 1940
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Voice summary
District 3 Council Member Shawn E. Newell on the recordAI-generated · 13 meetingsCouncil Member Shawn E. Newell consistently prioritizes fiscal responsibility, long-term sustainability, and operational flexibility, often advocating for three-year budget forecasting and cost-shifting to non-taxpaying service users. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting residents from involuntary financial burdens, evidenced by his vocal opposition to the Utah Renewable Communities program and his preference for 'opt-in' models over mandatory city participation. Throughout his tenure, Newell has actively engaged with infrastructure and urban planning issues, supporting practical, phased approaches to development while ensuring that city projects like the public safety facility or public spaces provide clear benefits and security for the community.
Top issues during term (20)
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Modifies municipal revenues and expenditures for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Stormwater Infrastructure Resilience and Funding
Capital stormwater budget increased by over $1.25 million for emergency projects and rebudgeted items.
Residential Infill Development
Generates new property tax base and housing inventory with minimal new public infrastructure costs.
Old Mill Historic Preservation
Estimated project costs range from $7.5 million for stabilization to $46 million for reconstruction, with potential master development shortfalls exceeding $6 million.
Old Mill Study Status
Funding allocated for a professional engineering and structural assessment study.
Ivory Bengal Blvd & 2300 East Subdivision (SUB-26-004)
Standard property development costs and municipal review fees.
Property Tax Increase
Generates approximately $3.5 million in additional property tax revenue for the city.
Emergency Preparedness
None identified.
Resync LC Home Massage Therapy Permit
None.
Local Campaign Contribution Limits
No direct municipal financial impact.
Childcare Facility Conditional Use Permit
Permit fees and potential local economic activity from childcare services.
Enactment of Bitcoin Ordinance (Ordinance 479)
Undetermined local economic and regulatory compliance impact.
Non-conforming structure expansion
None on city funds.
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Code Updates
Youth City Council Engagement
The exact cost to the city budget will be disclosed in the upcoming report posted on the city website.
Waste Management Efficiency
The district achieved $2.3 million in savings through operational efficiencies.
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Acquisition and Repair of Fire Station 110
Transfer of county property plus $300,000 in funding for city-managed repairs.
Decisions during term (187)
Recorded while Newell was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
CUP-26-020: The Play Lab Childcare Conditional Use Permit
SUB-26-005: South Brady Subdivision Plat Amendment
SUB-26-005: Frontage Exception Recommendation
SUB-26-007: North Brady Subdivision Plat Amendment
ZTA-26-004: Accessory Dwelling Unit Zoning Text Amendment
Adoption of Ordinance 479 (Bitcoin Ordinance)
Approval of Assistant City Manager Appointment
Adoption of Ordinance 480 (Assistant City Manager Compensation)
Approval of Resolution 2026-71 (Historic Committee Appointment)
Adoption of Resolution 2026-73 (Budget Adjustment)
Adoption of Resolution 2026-74 (Surplus IT Equipment)
Adoption of Resolution 2026-75 (Surplus Badge and Firearm for Sergeant Garcia)
Adoption of Resolution 2026-77 (Citizen Budget Advisory Committee Appointments)
Approval of the minutes for the City Council Work Sessions and Business Meetings of August 18, 2026, September 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026.
ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING
Approval of Rear Deck Addition at 2365 East Campus Drive
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Approval of Minutes
Voting record (78)
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