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Lehi City
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Michelle Stallings

Council Member2024-2028

About

Michelle Stallings' campaign focuses on supporting economic development and infrastructure improvements. She advocates for projects that bring major retailers and housing to Lehi, as well as supports solutions like the Utah Lake north shore freeway to address traffic congestion. Her priorities include fostering growth and enhancing the city's infrastructure.

Campaign promises (2)

  • development
    Support development projects that bring major retailers like Whole Foods and high-density housing to Lehi.
    Related votes
  • infrastructure
    Advocate for infrastructure improvements, such as the Utah Lake north shore freeway to address traffic issues.
    Related votes

At a glance

News mentions
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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
57
Total speaking time
13:27:25
Avg per meeting
14:10
Segments
12617

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Voice summary

Council Member Michelle Stallings on the recordAI-generated · 8 meetings

Council Member Michelle Stallings consistently champions fiscal conservatism, frequently challenging tax increases and advocating for greater operational efficiency to protect residents from financial burdens. Throughout her tenure, she has demonstrated a keen focus on oversight, specifically regarding the allocation of grant funds, the management of municipal reserves, and the potential tax implications of development agreements like the Thanksgiving Point project. She prioritizes essential infrastructure, such as sidewalk improvements and trail access, while regularly scrutinizing development proposals to ensure they align with voter mandates and budgetary constraints.

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Top issues during term (20)(General)

high↑Feb 2025[13]

Municipal Fiber Network Expansion and Bonding

The network's debt service is currently supported by sales and franchise tax revenues, with projections indicating complete coverage from fiber revenues by 2030.

medium↑Sep 2026[5]

property donation

Since it's a donation, taxpayers get a sweet new park without the upfront land-buying costs, though the city will take on minor upkeep down the road.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Data Privacy Program Policy

Costs associated with implementation and training are expected.

high↓Apr 2026[4]

city website update

This could save the city money in the long run by reducing calls to city hall for basic info.

high↓Jul 2025[3]

Building Permits & Inspections

Property owners building walls over four feet will now face the cost of engineering and permit fees.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

new city hall opening

Taxpayers are footing the bill for this massive upgrade, so expect that to show up somewhere in the city budget.

critical↓Jan 2026[0]

law enforcement action

The city spent resources on a multi-day police sting operation.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

city center opening

This could mean more efficient use of city funds, saving taxpayer dollars in the long run.

medium↓Aug 2025[0]

law enforcement incident

This could cost Lehi taxpayers for repairs to damaged police cars and potential legal fees.

medium↓Apr 2026[0]

new civic building

Taxpayers are footing the bill for this shiny new building, but it's expected to be a great community asset.

critical↓Jun 2025[0]

addressing growth

The city may need to increase spending on infrastructure and staffing to keep up with the pace of development.

medium↓Jun 2025[0]

postal code change

This could cost the city some cash upfront, but it might save money in the long run by improving mail efficiency.

medium↓Apr 2026[0]

historic preservation

This is a low-cost way to boost local pride and tourism.

medium↓Apr 2026[0]

city services expo

This event is free to attend, so your wallet stays happy!

high↓Jan 2026[0]

city hall construction

Your tax dollars funded this project, so it's important to see how the city is spending them.

high→Oct 2025[0]

infrastructure project

This could mean more tax revenue for the city as businesses move in and jobs are created.

medium↓Aug 2025[0]

campaign violation

This could cost taxpayers if a legal challenge or re-election is needed.

medium↓Nov 2025[0]

drug bust

This bust could save the city money by reducing drug-related crime and healthcare costs.

medium↓Apr 2025[0]

Construction noise

The city might face increased costs from handling complaints and potential fines if ordinances aren't followed.

medium→May 2026[0]

tree removal controversy

Increased spending on tree removal and management.

Moved or seconded (35)

Motions Stallings 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.

  • movedpassed2026-01-27

    Hold Closed Meeting for Real Property

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-01-27

    Councilor Newall moved to approve the Consent Agenda.

  • movedpassed2026-01-13

    Resolution #2026-01: Kirkham Estates Annexation

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-01-13

    Councilor Harrison moved to approve the 2026 City Council Schedule, with the additional second Monday of each month work session at 4:00 p.m.

  • secondedpassed2026-01-13

    Council Newall moved to approve the Consent Agenda.

  • movedfailed2025-12-16

    Consideration of Ordinance #67-2025, approving the Downtown Revitalization Plan and State Street Station Area Plan, including parts of Main Street and State Street. Petitioner: Lehi City CC Staff Report Downtown Revitalization & State Street Station Area Plan 12.16.25.docx

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2025-12-16

    Consideration of Resolution #2025-91, approving the Hammond Development Agreement on a light office warehouse project located at approximately 600 West State Street. Petitioner: Justin Hammond CC Staff Report Hammond Development Agreement 12.16.25.docx

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2025-11-18

    Ordinance #65-2025: Smith Zone Change

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2025-11-18

    Consideration of Resolution #2025-78, amending the Lehi City Budget for fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026). Petitioner: Lehi City

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02025-10-28

    Resolution #2025-77: UAMPS Fremont Solar Project

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • moved2025-09-23

    Michelle Stallings moved to table this Ordinance and direct staff to craft a development agreement that would include a high end hotel, owner occupied townhomes, with the required …

  • movedpassed 4-02025-09-23

    Councilor Stallings included the comments in the motion.

  • movedpassed2025-09-09

    Councilor Stallings moved to adjourn the meeting.

  • secondedpassed2025-09-09

    Auburn Springs Grading Permit

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2025-09-09

    Ordinance No. 50-2025: Renewable Energy Regulations

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 4-12025-08-26

    Ordinance #45-2025: Hammond Zone Change

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2025-08-26

    Consideration of Ordinance #47-2025, approving a Development Code Amendment to Chapter 26, Accessory Uses, changing requirements for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units. Petitioner: Lehi City CC Staff Report DADU Dev Code Amendment 08.26.25.docx

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2025-08-26

    Paige Albrecht moved to approve Resolution #2025-58 a Master Agreement with UDOT for the relocation, protection or adjustment of water, sewer, irrigation, and storm drain improveme…

  • secondedpassed 4-02025-05-13

    Ordinance #31-2025: Off-Street Parking Development Code Amendment

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 4-02025-05-13

    Consideration of Ordinance #29-2025 approving the Barron Zone Change located at 61 East 2200 North, changing the zoning on 1-acre of property from A-1 (agriculture) to R-1- 15 (residential). Petitioner: Natalie Barron

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

Decisions during term (15)

Recorded while Stallings was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Sep 24, 2026

Lakeview Land and Rock General Plan Amendment Recommendation

tabledApr 14, 2026

Consideration of Ordinance #16-2026, approving a General Plan Amendment on 7.1 acres located at 2424 West 900 North changing the designation from Very-Low Density Residential Agriculture (VLDRA) to Very-Low Density Residential (VLDR).

denied0-5Apr 14, 2026

Consideration of Ordinance #18-2026, approving a General Plan Amendment on 2.8-acres located at 41 East 900 North changing the designation from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Mixed-Use (MU).

approved5-0Mar 26, 2026

Terry Bishop General Plan Amendment

approved3-2Mar 26, 2026

Georgetown Development General Plan Amendment

approvedVoted yes4-0Dec 16, 2025

Ordinance #71-2025 (Water Use and Preservation General Plan Element)

approvedVoted yes4-0Dec 16, 2025

Ordinance #72-2025 (Water's Edge General Plan Amendment)

approvedVoted no3-1Oct 14, 2025

Ordinance #62-2025: Lee General Plan Amendment

denied0-4Oct 14, 2025

Ordinance #60-2025: Bull River Road General Plan Amendment

approved4-1Sep 25, 2025

Lee General Plan Amendment Recommendation

denied0-5Sep 25, 2025

Bull River Road General Plan Amendment Denial Recommendation

approvedVoted yes4-0Sep 23, 2025

Resolution #2025-72: Power Engineers General Services Agreement

tabledVoted yes4-0Sep 23, 2025

Ordinance #58-2025: Waters Edge General Plan Amendment

denied1-4Aug 28, 2025

Water's Edge General Plan Amendment Recommendation

Voting record (17)(General)

14 yes3 no

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Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Denial of Lakeview Land and Rock General Plan Amendment with Development Agreement Direction

Voted yesDec 16, 2025

Paul Hancock moved to approve Ordinance #71-2025, approving the Water Use and Preservation Element of the General Plan.

Voted yesDec 16, 2025

Ordinance #71-2025 (Water Use and Preservation General Plan Element)

Voted yesDec 16, 2025

Ordinance #72-2025 (Water's Edge General Plan Amendment)

Voted yesNov 18, 2025

Heather Newall moved to approve Ordinance #66-2025, approval of the Skye Area Plan Amendment, creating some design changes to the General Nonresidential Design Requirements in the Mixed-Use areas, inc

Voted yesNov 18, 2025

Paul Hancock moved to approve Resolution #2025-80, the Board of Canvassers Certifying the Official Canvassers' report of the November 4, 2025, General Municipal Election for Lehi City, Utah.

Voted noOct 14, 2025

Paul Hancock moved to approve Ordinance #62-2025, approving the Lee General Plan amendment on 0.50 acres located at 1035 West Main Street, changing the land use designation from MDR to Commercial, and

Voted noOct 14, 2025

Ordinance #62-2025: Lee General Plan Amendment

Voted yesSep 23, 2025

move to approve Resolution #2025-72 approving a General Services Agreement with Power Engineers for various projects

Voted yesSep 23, 2025

Resolution #2025-72: Power Engineers General Services Agreement

Voted yesSep 23, 2025

Ordinance #58-2025: Waters Edge General Plan Amendment

Voted yesMay 13, 2025

Councilor Stallings moved to deny Ordinance #32-2025 approving the Salt Spring General Plan amendment on 13.32 acres of property located at approximately 500 East 950 South, changing the land use desi

Voted noMay 13, 2025

Ordinance #32-2025: Salt Spring General Plan Amendment

Argued the change would dramatically alter neighborhood character, create infrastructure and traffic strains, and open the floodgates to inappropriate high-density zoning outside transit corridors.

Voted yesApr 22, 2025

Councilor Hancock moved to approve Ordinance #25-2025 approving the Fisher Main Street General Plan amendment on 0.3 acres of property located at 1680 West Main Street, changing the designation from N

Voted yesApr 22, 2025

Ordinance #25-2025: Fisher Main Street General Plan Amendment

Voted yesApr 8, 2025

Councilor Hancock moved to approve Ordinance #16-2025 amending Lehi City Code Title 4 Chapter 1, for general Business License provisions.

Voted yesApr 8, 2025

Ordinance #18-2025: Whitmore General Plan Amendment Tabled