Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Herriman City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
29 issues with critical priority
Olympia Master Development Agreement Amendment
The council approved an agreement with Olympia Land LLC to reimburse upsized water infrastructure and update the water availability map for future development.
Olympia Master Development Agreement Amendment for Affordable Housing
The city approved amendments to the Olympia Master Development Agreement and a $50 million grant disbursement agreement with UDOT to build affordable housing infrastructure and roads.
Edge Homes Mixed-Use Rezone and General Plan Amendment
Herriman City is proposing text amendments to Chapter 10-10 of the Land Development Code to create new R-1-6 and R-1-8 residential zoning districts, giving the city more housing type options.
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Staff presented financial modeling showing secondary water costs could surge past culinary rates within ten years, prompting the council to halt major secondary water bonding until a master plan update is completed.
First Home Investment Zones (FHIZ)
Herriman secured a massive $50 million state grant to build roads supporting 2,500 smaller, attainable homes in the Olympia development. This helps solve the local shortage of starter homes without increasing overall planned density.
Development Elevation Changes and Hillside Ordinances
To comply with state law under HB 41, the city adopted an updated Wildland Urban Interface map following road centerlines to streamline building requirements for homes in high-fire-risk zones.
Neighborhood Access and Emergency Evacuation
A resident submitted a public comment expressing concerns about limited ingress/egress points in her neighborhood, anticipated traffic impacts from the recreation center, and the need for designated evacuation routes in case of natural emergencies.
Property Tax Increase for Police Services
The Safety Enforcement Area is proposing a 5% property tax increase to fund police department personnel costs and general wage adjustments.
Proposed Property Tax Increase
The Herriman City Safety Enforcement Area is proposing a 5 percent property tax rate increase to cover rising personnel and operational costs for the police department, such as cost-of-living adjustments and health insurance hikes. For an average $640,000 home, this would mean an extra $25.70 a year.
Fiscal Health & Budget Planning
Herriman is raising its property tax rate slightly to cover higher contract costs from the Unified Fire Authority and set aside money for future fire stations. The increase costs an average homeowner about $11 a year.
Fire Service Area Property Tax Increase
The Herriman City Fire Service Area proposed a tentative biennial budget that includes a property tax rate increase to cover rising contract fees from the Unified Fire Authority. Property owners would see a modest estimated annual increase, while the district continues accumulating savings to fund future fire stations without heavy borrowing.
FY2027/2028 Departmental Budgets
The city introduced a tentative $108.5 million biennial budget focused on maintaining aging infrastructure, investing in public safety staffing, and keeping pace with community growth.
Fiscal Year 2027 and 2028 Budget
Herriman is locking in its two-year spending plan, which balances employee cost-of-living adjustments with necessary capital projects, police expansion, and water system improvements.
Infrastructure and Road Construction
The city of Herriman will see major traffic shifts starting September 29 due to the construction of new bridges at the intersection of 13400 South and Bangerter Highway. This project, undertaken by UDOT, aims to alleviate traffic congestion in the area. Residents should care because this construction will temporarily disrupt daily commutes but ultimately improve traffic flow and safety in the long run.
Property Tax Increase Proposal
The city is proposing a property tax increase to cover rising costs for police and fire services. This would mean a small annual increase for the average homeowner.
CDRA Budget Allocation
The city is planning how to spend tax increment funds for various development zones. This affects how infrastructure and retail projects are funded across Herriman.
Biennial Tentative Budget for CDRA
Finance officials presented the tentative two-year budget for the city's redevelopment agency, highlighting incoming commercial projects like Target, Trader Joe's, WinCo, and a new Auto Mall dealership.
FY27-28 Budget Discussions (CDAs, Admin, Legislative)
The city introduced a tentative $108.5 million biennial budget focused on maintaining aging infrastructure, investing in public safety staffing, and keeping pace with community growth.
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Amendments
The city is starting to plan its budget for the next two years, looking at how much to spend on departments like IT, Communications, Legal, and HR. They're trying to keep costs stable while investing in new tech and making sure employees feel appreciated. They're also exploring ways to cut costs on things like the printed city newsletter.
Water Conservation and Supply
Facing severe snowpack shortages, Herriman is partnering with regional water districts and adjusting well water blends to avoid financial surcharges.
Water Resource Management and Conservation
Facing severe snowpack shortages, Herriman is partnering with regional water districts and adjusting well water blends to avoid financial surcharges.
Property Tax Increases
The city is proposing property tax increases for both fire and police services to keep up with rising costs and inflation.
Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
The council updated local land use rules to permit detached ADUs on qualifying single-family residential lots, aligning with new state requirements.
Water Capacity Constraints
Some areas of Herriman are at water capacity, which could limit future development. The city is building new tanks to address this.
Fire Station Land Purchase Funding
The city needs more money to buy land for a new fire station in the southeast because appraisals came in higher than expected. The Board approved using $900,000 from the Fire Service Area's savings, which will be paid back by future development fees.
Waste Management Withdrawal
Herriman is moving forward with statutory steps to leave the county waste district in search of better rates and service control, assuring residents that trash pickup won't be interrupted.
Police Department Appointment
Herriman City has appointed Troy D. Carr as its first police chief, a milestone in the city's growth and development. This appointment is expected to improve public safety and governance, which should be of interest to all residents as it signifies a commitment to enhancing community well-being.
Police Department Leadership
Herriman’s founding police chief is set to retire, which may impact the city's law enforcement leadership and future planning. This transition presents an opportunity for the city to assess its police department's needs and direction, which is important for maintaining effective law enforcement and community safety.
South Hills Water Infrastructure
The developer is building new water tanks to support this large-scale development, which is crucial for ensuring the area has adequate resources as it grows. These tanks are almost complete.