Dea Theodore

Jail Modernization and Criminal Justice Reform

Requires ongoing county investment paired with state funds and opioid settlement monies to support specialized teams and housing.

Economic Outlook and Housing Affordability

$550,000 total allocated across organizations under Policy 1200.

Parks and Recreation Ice Rink Policy Changes

Potential loss of income for skating coaches and increased pressure on alternative ice facilities.

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The outcome could shift how your tax dollars are spent on county services and local initiatives.

Transient Room Tax Revenue Bonds

Saves the county upwards of $1 million annually in debt service through an improved bond credit rating.

November 2026 Local Special Bond Election Procedures

Up to $100 million in general obligation bonds with no anticipated property tax rate increase based on projected growth.

Data Center Zoning Regulations

Staff and legal resources will be required to draft new zoning regulations and study regional water impacts.

E-Bike Regulations on County Trails

Minimal cost for signage installation estimated at approximately $50 per sign for about ten initial signs.

FY 2026 Midyear Budget Adjustments and Tax Rates

Adjusts appropriations across county funds with a net neutral general fund impact and capital set-asides.

Zoo, Arts, and Parks (ZAP) Program Funding

Approximately $38 million in grant allocations funded through voter-approved sales taxes.

Discovery Gateway Museum Agreement Oversight

No immediate financial impact; recommendations focus on administrative and maintenance compliance.

2027 Employee Benefits and Health Plan Adjustments

Involves approximately $1.2 million to $1.5 million in projected health plan adjustments.

2027 Proposed County Budget & Property Tax Increase

Generates $39.5 million in additional ad valorem revenue, costing the owner of an average $658,000 home about $5.85 per month.

$128 Million General Obligation Bond for Parks and Open Space

The estimated annual property tax impact is $16.39 for an average residential property valued at $658,000, though net operational and maintenance costs are projected at $47.1 million annually during the first ten years.

Proposed Federal ICE Detention Center Litigation

Unknown costs associated with proposed legal defense services.

Integrated Watershed Plan Adoption

Public outreach campaigns have increased budgets to support water conservation messaging.

Community Access and Senior Center Historic Recognition

Fleet Management Performance Audit & Oversight

Potential cost savings from eliminating underutilized vehicles and reducing fleet maintenance expenses.

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Acceptance of Board of Equalization Minutes

Approval of Exempt Property Recommendations

Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations

Approval of Consent Agenda Items

Preliminary Approval of Auditor, Surveyor, and Treasurer Budgets

Continuation of Clerk Fee Increase Proposal

Approval of County Clerk Budget (Excluding Fees)

Approval of County Recorder Budget Request

Resolution Approving First Amendment to North Temple Viaduct Interlocal Agreement

CONSENT ITEMS

APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council Minutes 26-1072

Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council 6 PM Minutes 26-1073

Consent Agenda (Artwork Donation and DMV Refunds)

Appointment of Deputy Constables

ZAP Tier I and Zoological Funding Recommendations 2027

ZAP Tier II Funding Recommendations 2026

Set Public Hearing for North Temple Viaduct Project Area Amendment

Approval of September 29, 2026, County Council Minutes

Consent Agenda Approval

Appointment of Deputy Constables

ZAP Tier I and Zoological Funding Recommendations 2027

that this agenda item be approved

Budget Adjustment: TRCC Contribution for Lichtenstein Sculpture

this was more expensive than she would have liked

that the Consent Agenda be approved

that this agenda item be approved

that this resolution be adopted with a new section directing Council legal counsel to work with the District Attorney's Office to prepare a temporary land use ordinance, consistent with Utah Code §17-

Resolution Regarding Water-Intensive Industrial Development (Failed Amendment)

Approval of Recommended Projects for General Obligation Bond

to approve Jennifer Nakao and Andy Stephenson as members of the Career Services Council.

Reappointment of Career Services Council Members (Item 5.4)

to reconsider the vote for this agenda item

that the bid be ratified based on the testimony that was given

to void the tax sale and relist the property at the next County tax sale

Contest of Tax Sale: Parcel 16-17-306-026-0000 (Initial Ratification)

Decision

Void Tax Sale and Relist Property

Temporary Land Use Regulation for Rocky Mountain Power Project

to forward the ordinance to the July 14, 2026, Council Meeting for final consideration

Discovery Gateway Children's Museum Annual Plan and Budget Approval

Resolution Initiating Withdrawal from SLVLESA

Resolution Supporting Termination of MSD Master Interlocal Agreement

First Reading of Temporary Land Use Regulation Ordinance for Rocky Mountain Power

Justice Court Time-Limited Position

that this agenda item be approved

Approval of 2026 Recreation Bond Advisory Board Nominations

Final Adoption of Community Clean Energy Act Program Ordinance

that Council Space Option 3 be adopted

to add item number 6 to the Safe and Healthy Communities section stating that the County would work with local communities as the Council implemented a disaster mitigation and emergency management pla

that this agenda item be forwarded to the May 17, 2026, Council meeting for formal consideration

Adoption of Council Office Space Option 3

Adoption of Countywide Strategic Priorities and Goals with Amendment

First Reading of Community Clean Energy Act Program Ordinance