Matt Basham
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- Meetings spoken in
- 25
- Total speaking time
- 58:45
- Avg per meeting
- 2:21
- Segments
- 1262
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District 3 Council Member Matt Basham on the recordAI-generated · 10 meetingsCouncil Member Matt Basham has consistently prioritized fiscal responsibility, city infrastructure development, and public safety throughout his recent tenure. He has been particularly active in managing the city’s budget and tax rate adjustments, frequently advocating for transparent financial practices and the promotion of local economic development initiatives. His voting record reflects a focused approach to municipal governance, including the approval of zoning amendments to manage density, support for essential public amenities like trail facilities, and a strong emphasis on maintaining efficient water management and emergency services.
Top issues during term (20)
Olympia Master Development Agreement Amendment for Affordable Housing
$50 million in state grant funding for infrastructure construction.
Olympia Master Development Agreement Amendment
Total reimbursement obligations exceed $8 million, partially offset by state grants and developer buy-ins.
Proposed Property Tax Increase
Generates $512,970 in additional tax revenue, costing the owner of a $640,000 primary residence an estimated $25.70 annually.
Fiscal Health & Budget Planning
Generates an additional $205,560 in revenue, costing the owner of a $652,000 home about $10.76 annually.
Fire Service Area Property Tax Increase
Generates $205,560 in additional property tax revenue, translating to an estimated yearly increase of $11.62 for a primary residence valued at $640,000 and $21.12 for a commercial property of the same value.
Teton Commercial Project Land Use
The parking limitations may impact the revenue potential of the event center until additional parking is constructed.
FY2027/2028 Departmental Budgets
Allocates over $26 million for capital projects and proposes cost-of-living adjustments and new staff positions.
Establishment of R-1-6 and R-1-8 Residential Zones
Expands housing options and tax base through structured infill development.
Gina Road Rezoning Request
Property value and tax assessment changes may occur following the higher-density rezone.
Temporary Water Utility Infrastructure
Costs associated with the relocation will be borne by Rocky Mountain Power, but potential impacts on service reliability or future development costs are unknown.
First Home Investment Zones (FHIZ)
$50 million in state grant funding for public road construction.
Affordable Housing Fund Utilization
Brings external grant funding into the city to offset public infrastructure construction costs.
Road Infrastructure Maintenance for Utility Connections
Costs associated with the relocation will be borne by Rocky Mountain Power, but potential impacts on service reliability or future development costs are unknown.
Edge Homes Mixed-Use Rezone and General Plan Amendment
Code updates affect future residential construction standards and municipal planning administration costs.
FY27-28 Budget Discussions (CDAs, Admin, Legislative)
Allocates over $26 million for capital projects and proposes cost-of-living adjustments and new staff positions.
Youth Council Engagement and Public Safety Demonstration
No direct financial impact identified
Gina Road Residential Rezone
Minimal direct municipal financial impact, altering private property development potential.
Parks Master Plan and Impact Fee Update
Will impact future development impact fees and city park infrastructure spending.
Moved or seconded (23)
Motions Basham personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
adjourn the City Council work meeting at 7:00 p.m.
- secondedpassed2026-03-25
Councilmember Henderson moved to continue the discussion to vacate the Rose Creek Estates trail for public use to a future meeting. He requested staff to provide detailed informati…
- movedpassed2026-03-11
Councilmember Basham moved to temporarily recess the City Council meeting to convene in a closed session to discuss the sale of real property, as provided by Utah Code Annotated §5…
- movedpassed2026-03-11
Councilmember Basham moved to adjourn the City Council work meeting at 6:43 p.m.
- movedpassed2026-02-25
Software as a Service Agreement with Davenport Group USA, LLC
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-25
Councilmember Basham moved to adjourn the City Council work meeting at 6:59 p.m.
- movedpassed2026-02-25
Councilmember Basham moved to temporarily recess the City Council meeting to convene in a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation, as provided by Utah C…
- movedpassed2026-02-11
to adjourn the City Council work meeting at 6:58 p.m.
- secondedpassed2026-02-11
6000 West Road Widening Contract
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-02-11
Councilmember Henderson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:09 p.m.
- secondedpassed2026-02-11
Jordan Basin Cost Share Agreement
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-02-11
Land Use Procedures for Water-Constrained Areas
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-28
Filling the Vacancy on the Trans-Jordan Board and discussing a future vacancy on the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District Board – Nathan Cherpeski, City Manager
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-01-28
Wide Hollow Construction Update and Restroom Facility – Wendy Thomas, Assistant City Manager
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-28
Councilmember Hodges moved to approve the consent agenda as written.
- secondedpassed2026-01-28
Councilmember Hodges moved to temporarily recess the City Council work meeting to convene in the general session at 7:02 p.m.
- secondedpassed2026-01-28
Councilmember Hodges moved to adjourn the City Council work meeting at 11:12 p.m.
- movedpassed2026-01-28
Councilmember Basham moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:35 p.m.
- movedpassed2026-01-28
Review and consider a recommendation to amend Chapter 10-27 Signs of Herriman City Code to include standards for the CF Commercial Flex Zone and modify standards for illuminated signs. (File No. Z2025-162) – Michael Maloy, City Planner
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-28
Councilmember Hodges moved to temporarily recess the City Council work meeting to convene in a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or ment…
Decisions during term (253)
Recorded while Basham was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Approval
UDOT Cooperative Maintenance Agreement for Shared Use Path
Olympia Master Development Agreement Fourth Amendment
Utah Affordable Housing Infrastructure Grant Fund Disbursement Agreement
Consideration of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Salt Lake County for the installation of a Fire Flasher Warning Signal for Fire Station 103 – Justun Edwards, Director of Public Works
Consideration of a Resolution amending the Job Classification and Salary Plan to change a position title within the Planning department – Kyle Maurer, Director of Finance and Administrative Services
Approval of the September 9, 2026 City Council meeting minutes
Zoning Map Amendment for 7162 W Gina Road
Amend Chapter 10-10 to Establish R-1-6 and R-1-8 Residential Zones
Amend Olympia Master Development Agreement
Approval of Minutes for the September 02, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting
Adjournment
Approval of Consent Agenda
Amendment to Title 10 regarding Commissaries and Outdoor Retail
Affordable Housing Infrastructure Grant Agreement
Approval of the August 26, 2026 City Council meeting minutes
Approval of August 19, 2026 Planning Commission Minutes
Preliminary Subdivision Plat for 5175 W Herriman Main Street (File S2026-120)
Approval of Minutes for the August 19, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting
Voting record (195)
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