Cyndi Sharkey

At-Large Council Member2020–2028

About

Cyndi Sharkey's platform focuses on improving local governance standards, specifically advocating for increased civility and ethical conduct within political campaigns. Her priorities center on institutional integrity and the professionalization of the electoral process in Sandy.

Contact

✉ csharkey@sandy.utah.gov

Campaign promises (1)

transparency
Cyndi Sharkey proposed additions to a voluntary pledge to promote civility in local election campaigns.
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At a glance

News mentions: 1

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 79
Total speaking time: 18:04:09
Avg per meeting: 13:43
Segments: 17522

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Voice summary

At-Large Council Member Cyndi Sharkey on the recordAI-generated · 11 meetings

Council Member Cyndi Sharkey has demonstrated a consistent focus on fiscal responsibility, procedural clarity, and maintaining existing neighborhood character in her legislative work. She frequently interrogates the financial feasibility of city projects, ranging from infrastructure and public safety technology to housing developments and transportation initiatives, while advocating for state or grant-based offsets for rising costs. Sharkey is a vocal proponent of preserving neighborhood context over rigid adherence to general plans and ensures that city incentives, such as density bonuses, are tied to specific public benefits and accountability. Throughout her tenure, she has also established herself as an active moderator and procedural leader, prioritizing transparency and the preservation of service levels in interlocal agreements.

All categories Administrative Budget Business Jobs Data Privacy Development Economic Development Education Environment General Governance

Top issues during term (20)

critical↓Apr 2026[40]

State Mandate for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Minimal direct fiscal impact on the city, though it expands residential property development potential.

high↑Sep 2026[23]

Canyon Gate Townhome Development

Generates new housing stock and potential fee revenues for the city.

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Draft Water Conservation Plan 2026

Saves households an estimated $440 per year in avoided water system improvement costs.

high↓Apr 2025[19]

Hagan Road Rezone for Animal Rights

Minimal direct municipal financial impact.

critical↓Jan 2026[18]

City Bonds for Building Purchase and Renovation

The bond will increase property taxes for residents.

critical↑Dec 2025[16]

Recreation Center Construction

Project completed on budget without incurring municipal debt.

critical↑Jan 2026[16]

Intersection Safety

Estimated at approximately $3 million total, with a city match of about 7% ($300,000) covered via an existing WFRC grant.

high↓Apr 2025[15]

Blueprint for Progress Land Development Code Update

Code update costs are managed within existing planning department budgets.

critical↓Sep 2026[15]

Crescent View General Obligation Bond

Estimated tax increase of approximately $5 per month for residential properties and $9.09 per month for commercial properties over a term not exceeding 21 years.

critical↓Aug 2025[14]

August 13 Storm Flooding

Future capital improvement projects will be needed to address identified drainage bottlenecks across the city.

medium↑Sep 2026[13]

Speeding Traffic and Availability of Speed Boards

Potential cost to purchase additional speed-monitoring boards if recommended by staff.

high↓Sep 2026[12]

Police Department Management Study Timeline

Estimated at least $100,000, with $50,000 budgeted annually and potential funding sought through year-end carryover.

critical↓Mar 2026[11]

Silver Sage Estates Subdivision Concerns

Potential increase in housing stock and associated property tax revenue.

medium↑Jan 2026[11]

Tax Increment Financing for Housing and Transit Zone

None anticipated at this stage.

medium↑Jan 2026[11]

Waste and Recycling Services Update

Potential cost reductions for residents who would otherwise pay duplicate service fees.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Kimballs Lane and Draper Town Center Station Area Plans

None anticipated.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Traffic Speeding and Speed Board Availability

Purchasing additional speed boards would require minor unbudgeted equipment expenditures.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Centennial Parkway Street Dedication

Minimal administrative and legal costs to process the dedication.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Potential State Lease of Justice Court Building

Could generate net revenues of approximately $650,000 annually before capital expenses.

critical↓Jan 2025[10]

Restaurant Development on State Street

The plan will guide future city spending and development priorities.

Moved or seconded (26)

Motions Sharkey 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.

movedpassed2026-03-24
convene a meeting of the ACSSD Board
movedpassed 6-02026-03-24
convene a closed session in the Council Conference Room to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual and adjourn the Council mee…
secondedfailed 2-52026-03-24
Motion to allow Small Lot Single Family dwellings throughout the City
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed2026-03-10
convene a meeting at the Redevelopment Agency
movedpassed 6-02026-02-17
Convene Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed2026-02-10
26-035 2-10-26 RDA Agenda 2026.02.05 ILA Arbor Building DSousa_2026.02.05 Amendment to ILA Arbor Building
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed 5-02026-02-10
Closed Session
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 7-02026-01-20
Table Item 5 on the Agenda
movedpassed2026-01-20
A motion was made by Cyndi Sharkey, seconded by Kris Nicholl to recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the RDA
movedpassed2026-01-13
Recess Council to convene RDA
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 7-02026-01-06
Appointment of Legislative Policy Committee Liaisons
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 7-02026-01-06
Convening Closed Session
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed2025-12-16
approve the Consent Calendar
secondedpassed 8-02025-11-18
2025 General Election Canvass
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed2025-11-11
approve the Consent Calendar
movedpassed 7-02025-09-30
adopt Ordinance 25-24, an ordinance annexing parcels of a contiguous unincorporated area, totaling approximately 1.07 acres, for homes located at 8564 South 1000 East (two parcels)…
movedpassed2025-07-15
25-230 Ordinance 25-18 Attachments: Page 2 Sandy City, Utah Printed on 7/11/2025
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
movedpassed 7-02025-06-03
25-163 25-23C Final Budget Adoption 25-24C Final Budget Adoption - Alta Canyon Attachments
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 7-02025-06-03
25-162 25-22C Budget Amendments (Debt Service, Alta Canyon, Golf) Attachments: Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Compensation for Executive Municipal Officers
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
secondedpassed 6-12025-05-20
Closed Session
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion