Rachel Freeman

Council Member2026-2030

About

Rachel Freeman's platform centers on addressing key urban challenges facing Lehi. Her priorities include tackling traffic congestion, ensuring prudent budget management, and developing strategies to address the city's housing needs. These issues reflect a focus on practical governance and community development.

Contact

✉ rfreeman@lehi-ut.gov

Campaign promises (3)

infrastructure
Focus on addressing traffic congestion in Lehi.
taxes
Prioritize responsible budget management for the city.
development
Work towards solutions for the city's housing challenges.
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At a glance

News mentions: 2

Term ending Dec 31, 2030.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 40
Total speaking time: 6:06:36
Avg per meeting: 9:10
Segments: 6070

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Voice summary

Council Member Rachel Freeman on the recordAI-generated · 8 meetings

Council Member Rachel Freeman has consistently prioritized fiscal oversight and transparency, frequently demanding detailed operational data and independent audits before supporting funding for organizations and major city projects. She advocates for a restrained approach to tax increases and public spending, often suggesting cost-minimization strategies for developments like the Civic Center and emphasizing that general fund allocations should be based on demonstrated need rather than automatic entitlement. Her policy engagement frequently centers on infrastructure and public services, where she has supported public safety hiring, advocated for accessibility improvements in parks, and expressed concerns over the long-term sustainability of municipal development agreements.

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Top issues during term (20)

high↑Apr 2026[39]

Garff Properties Auto Dealership Economic Development Agreement

Involves impact fee credits and agency participation in the Meadow Pointe CRA budget.

high→Aug 2026[23]

Hazardous Waste Disposal Program

Zero net cost to the city and ratepayers, as the fee is offset by adjustments.

high↑Oct 2026[22]

Fox Hollow Golf Course Expansion & Feasibility Study

Potential multi-million dollar bonding or capital investment shared across partner cities, offset by increased recreational revenue.

high↑Jul 2026[22]

802 W State Street Zone Change

May alter property value and commercial development potential at the subject site.

high↑Jan 2026[21]

Plat Amendments and Subdivision Approvals

Development investment for the petitioner and preserved water rights utility for local farmers.

medium↑Oct 2026[20]

Logan Annexation Zoning Review

Expands city boundaries and adds future tax base and infrastructure responsibilities.

high↑Jan 2026[19]

Chiu Property Development Concept Plan

Determines future property tax generation and development potential.

high↓Aug 2026[18]

Traverse Mountain Commercial Expansion

Private commercial investment.

high→Oct 2026[16]

School District Redistricting

Growth coordination impacts future infrastructure placement and capital facility planning costs.

medium↓Aug 2026[13]

Municipal Adherence to City Building Codes

Potential minor redesign or construction cost increases for the city water facility.

high↑Apr 2026[13]

FY 2026-2027 Redevelopment Agency Budget

Adjusts municipal spending and revenue allocations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

medium↑Sep 2026[12]

Inclined Indoor Wingsuit Facility

Potential for new business and associated sales tax revenue.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Skye Area Plan Amendment & Inverness Preliminary Plat Density Shifting

Influences municipal infrastructure demands, utility pumping costs, and housing product diversity.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Moto United Phase 2 Concept and Material Exception

Private capital investment in commercial expansion.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Growth, Demographics, and School District Planning Coordination

Growth patterns directly influence infrastructure demands and school facility requirements across city planning zones.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Public Works Storage Building Construction

Total anticipated cost for all phases is $12,411,256, including building construction, site improvements, and design services.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Skye Area Plan Update

Potential impact on development density and housing mix within the Skye Area Plan.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Inverness Plat E Density and Amenity Deficits

HOA maintenance costs and developer construction expenses will adjust based on approved amenity packages.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Closed Session for Legal Strategy

Possible legal expenditures or settlement costs depending on active litigation.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

State Legislative Priorities

Potential impact on municipal revenues and state funding allocations.

Moved or seconded (4)

Motions Freeman 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.

secondedpassed2026-01-27
Hold Closed Meeting for Real Property
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed2026-01-27
Councilor Freeman moved to approve Resolution #2026-05 of the Lehi City Council, urging preservation of local land use authority and opposing new statewide high-density or "by-righ…
movedpassed2026-01-27
Table Transportation Funding Resolutions (#2026-07 and #2026-08)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed2026-01-13
Resolution #2026-01: Kirkham Estates Annexation
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion