Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Harrisville City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues with critical priority
West Harrisville Road Widening and Design
City officials and engineers reviewed plans to widen West Harrisville Road to three lanes, discussing whether the historic right-of-way is 99 feet or 80 feet and how it affects neighboring properties.
Ordinance 575 Master Development Agreement for 640 W Harrisville Rd
A developer is proposing a 31-home subdivision on a 4.95-acre agricultural parcel using the city's housing affordability overlay zone. Residents strongly opposed the project, citing threats to the area's rural character, severe drainage and water table issues, and increased traffic on narrow roads.
Fiscal Year Budget and Truth in Taxation
The city is reviewing its upcoming budget, which projects a 9% increase in revenues and a 5% drop in expenditures. Officials discussed how to balance spending while keeping property taxes stable and maintaining essential city services.
Affordable Housing Subdivision Proposal on West Harrisville Road
A developer requested a zoning map amendment and master development agreement to build 30 cottage and two-story homes on a 5-acre parcel. Neighbors and city leaders strongly opposed the project, arguing the high density clashed with the surrounding agricultural and rural character.
City Hall and Police Department Construction Change Orders & FF&E
The city is managing construction change orders and furniture purchases for the new city hall and police building, keeping an eye on total project costs approaching $12 million.
Dixon Creek Phase 3 Mixed-Use and Commercial Viability
City officials and developers discussed whether to require commercial retail space along Washington Boulevard for Dixon Creek Phase 3 or allow all-residential townhomes paired with significant in-kind donations for local park improvements. Traffic access and UDOT coordination remain major hurdles for the area.
Lomont Heights Public Infrastructure District (PID) Proposal
Developers for Lomond Heights presented information regarding a proposed Public Infrastructure District (PID) to help finance infrastructure, roads, and open space for the master-planned development.