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Council Member Jason Taylor on the recordAI-generated · 4 meetingsCouncil Member Jason Taylor consistently prioritizes infrastructure, economic collaboration, and public safety through nuanced policy adjustments. He has actively engaged in budget workshops, supporting the fiscal year 2026-2027 pay plan while advocating for renewable energy investments and enhanced water usage transparency. Notably, Taylor has focused on municipal traffic regulation, consistently pushing for uniform speed limits and the strict enforcement of noise and safety standards for motorized vehicles to improve neighborhood quality of life.
Top issues during term (20)
Public Transit Funding & Arches Shuttle Integration
MAT annual operating costs are approximately $700,000, increasingly subsidized by local funds as state and federal grants decrease.
Henry Shaw Hotel and Workforce Housing Obligations
Involves a potential fee-in-lieu of approximately $2.62 million if housing construction is not completed.
Cooperative 1581 Landscaping Special Exception
Saves the developer fencing costs while potentially enhancing pedestrian amenities for residents.
county commission meeting
These decisions could impact everything from tourism revenue to local development costs.
Spanish Valley Water Storage
A $3,000,000 loan to be repaid over 15 years at 3.72% interest, with potential impacts on local water rates.
Pack Creek Pedestrian Bridge Replacement
The project costs $527,943, supported by grant funding and reallocated capital funds.
Mill Creek Flood Mitigation
Estimated project construction costs total approximately $7.8 million, to be funded via federal grants, FEMA, and municipal bonds.
Vendor Code Reform
Streamlines licensing and operational costs for mobile food vendors and property owners.
sheriff election
The election outcome will determine how the sheriff's department allocates its budget and prioritizes taxpayer-funded resources.
C-2 Zoning and Infill Development
The CHP project faces a $29,590 sidewalk fee, while the Henry Shaw Hotel faces a $2.6 million workforce housing fee.
MRAC Facility Upgrades
Cost of $1,206,621 funded through CIP budget allocations and unspent phase contingency funds.
Corporate Sponsorship Pilot
Potential new non-tax revenue streams or sponsored municipal infrastructure improvements.
RAP Tax Funding Allocation
$85,000 allocated for community grants.
Speed Limit Reductions and Traffic Calming
Signing costs are estimated at approximately $400 per sign within existing maintenance budgets.
childcare subsidy crisis
Local parents are about to pay way more out of pocket for daycare as federal help disappears.
police department lawsuit
This could mean big changes in how police departments are funded or what they have to pay out in lawsuits.
Whites Canyon Detention Basin Drainage Easement
Involves capital expenditure for property and easement acquisition.
Bear Safety and Wildlife Management
Housing Market Fluidity
The city is exploring incentive programs that may require future budget allocations.
Moved or seconded (7)
Motions Taylor 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.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Councilmember Knutson-Boyd moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: letter of support for essential air service, approval of minutes for the March 24, 2026, regular meeting…
- movedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve Ordinance 2026-06 without modifications.
- movedpassed2026-04-14
Councilmember Taylor moved to adjourn the meeting.
- movedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve Ordinance 2026-04: an ordinance adopting the City of Moab pay plan schedules for fiscal year 2026-2027.
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-24
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: arbor day proclamation, dark sky week proclamation, approval of minutes for the March 10, 2026, regular meetin…
- movedpassed2026-03-24
Councilmember Taylor moved to accept the fiscal year 2024-2025 annual audit of the City of Moab.
- movedpassed2026-03-24
26 council consent.pdf General Business Public Hearing for Resolution 06-2026: A Resolution Assessing Abatement Costs and Fees for the Abatement of the Dangerous Building Located at 737 Mountain View Drive, Moab, Utah
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (171)
Recorded while Taylor was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of October 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Table Consideration of Cooperative 1581 Landscaping Special Exception
Approval of Minutes
Approval of October 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Planning Resolution 15-2026 Cooperative 1581 Landscaping Special Exception Tabled
Approval Of Minutes
Approval of Consent Agenda
Pack Creek Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Bid Award
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-18: Vendor and Business License Regulations
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-19: Sidewalk, Curb, and Gutter Exemptions
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Bills Against the City of Moab in the Amount of $651,231.38
Approval of Minutes for September 17 and September 24, 2026
Development Agreement for the Henry Shaw Hotel (Negative Recommendation)
Positive Recommendation on Ordinance 2026-19 (Highway Commercial Sidewalk, Curb, and Gutter Exemptions)
Amended Positive Recommendation on Ordinance 2026-18 (Vendor Code Rewrite)
Discussion And Possible Action Proposed Ordinance 2026 -18 An Ordinance Of The Moab City Council To Amend The Text Of Certain Chapters In Titles 5 And 17 Of The Moab Municipal Code (MMC) To Include Additional Land Uses And Standards…
Voting record (69)
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Pack Creek Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Bid Award
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-18: Vendor and Business License Regulations
Expressed concern about fairness and support for brick-and-mortar businesses.
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-19: Sidewalk, Curb, and Gutter Exemptions
Approval of City Bills
Ordinance 2026-22: RAP TAC Appointment Process
Drinking Water Master Plan and Rate Study Task Order
Stated it was important to analyze costs and revenue streams for the water tank project.
Resolution 16-2026: Safe Streets for All Zero Fatalities Goal
Noted the project was well-funded and money well spent through federal grants.
Speed Limit Reduction on 100 West
Supported lowering 100 West based on resident feedback.
Position Statement on Moab Area Transit and Arches Shuttle
Highlighted the MAT's vital service for residents getting to work and groceries.
Councilmember Topper moved to approve a purchase proposal with Pacific Fitness Corp, LLC for MRAC fitness equipment Purchase in the Amount of $154,236 and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.
Councilmember Loftin moved to award the contract for the Spitfire Storm Drain Improvement Project to Beh Brothers Construction, LLC in the amount of $102,770.47 as presented by staff and authorize the
Councilmember Myers moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as follows: fraud risk assessment FY26, approval of minutes for the August 25, 2026, Regular Meeting and approval of bills against the City of
Councilmember Topper moved to adopt the recommended two-year City of Moab and FCA US LLC (Jeep) sponsorship agreement as presented.
Councilmember Knutson-Boyd moved to approve the phase 2 development agreement for 57 West Kane Creek Boulevard Parcel 01-0001-0200 between Amasa Arroyo Apartments LLC and the City of Moab, Utah.
Councilmember Knutson-Boyd moved to approve a contract award to Landmark Aquatics in the amount of $192,750 for the outdoor leisure pool Myrtha liner.
Phase 2 Development Agreement for 57 West Kane Creek Boulevard
Consent Agenda Approval
Ordinance 26-16: Code Amendments
IT Services Contract Award
Councilmember Knutson-Boyd moved to approve a contract award to RevTech Services in the amount of $338,596.88 for information technology security (cyber security) and information technology support se
Councilmember Loftin moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as follows: recovery day proclamation, suicide prevention and awareness month proclamation, ratification of a letter of support for Utah State
to approve the Consent Agenda, as follows: approval of minutes for the July 28, 2026, Regular Meeting and approval of bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $244,550.06.
to approve a contract with Straight Stripe Painting, Inc. in an amount not to Exceed $200,000.00.
to approve the sanitary sewer master plan update task order with Bowen Collins & Associates in the amount of $109,479.00, as presented by staff, and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Personnel Manual Updates
MRAC Retrofits Change Order
Water Conservation Ordinance 2026-15
Councilmember Topper moved to approve the 2026 Personnel Manual Update.
Councilmember Topper moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: flood mitigation assistance grant program match letter, approval of minutes for the June 23, 2026, Regular Meeting and the June 30
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve a change order contract for McKinstry Essention in the amount of $1,206,621.00 for phased retrofits for the mechanical, building automation controls, and lighting
Ordinance 2026-13: Residential Utility Assistance Program
Resolution 08-2026: Cooperative Wildfire System Agreement
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve Ordinance 2026-13: an ordinance amending the City of Moab Residential Utility Assistance Program Policy to become a permanent policy.
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: confirmation letter for a funding match for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant application, letter of sup
Councilmember Myers moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: approval of minutes for the May 26, 2026, Regular Meeting, approval of bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $404,129.33
Councilmember Loftin moved to approve a contract award to River Restoration in the amount of $198,407 for a Lions Park River Access Feasibility Study.
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: ratification of a thank you letter to Senator Curtis for an appropriations request, approval of minutes for the May 12, 2026, Regu
Councilmember Loftin moved to adopt Resolution 09-2026, approving the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Grand Water and Sewer Service Agency and the City of Moab and authorizing the Mayor to si
Councilmember Taylor moved to approve the consent agenda, as follows: approval of minutes for the April 28, 2026, Regular Meeting and approval of bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $705,2
Councilmember Knutson-Boyd moved to adopt Resolution 04-2026, approving the final budget and setting the certified tax rate for the City of Moab for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Consent Agenda Approval
Adoption of Resolution 04-2026: Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Consent Agenda Approval
Speed Limit Reductions
Councilmember Myers moved to approve the consent agenda
Ordinance 2026-09: Community Clean Energy Program
It is an important project for Moab's independent energy future.
Ordinance 2026-10: Temporary Fireworks Ban
Expressed desire for broader geographic restrictions.
Speed Limit Reductions on Certain City Routes
Noted the changes would improve safety and were logical.