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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.

Public comments (24)

SupportiveScott BergeronJul 14, 2026

Representing Boyer Company, explained the history of The District, negotiations with major tenants, and the vision for incorporating multi-use housing and a senior center.

AMENDED Planning Commission Meeting — July 14, 2026 · 30:00 →
SupportiveAnna FraughtonMar 3, 2026

Expressed gratitude for the developers' commitment to restoring the historic chapel with care and support.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 3, 2026 · 1:15:04 →
SupportiveCraig JohnsonMar 3, 2026

Expressed excitement for the preservation of the chapel as a tribute to sculptor Ed Fraughton and noted that event center noise has not been an issue in nearby parks.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 3, 2026 · 58:23 →
MixedRuss NaylorMar 3, 2026

Supported the historical chapel restoration project while echoing neighbor concerns about 1300 West traffic and premature center-lane turns.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 3, 2026 · 57:57 →
SupportiveTed FraughtonMar 3, 2026

Expressed strong support for the Purple Church preservation project, detailing the historic significance of the building designed by architect Don Carlos Young.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 3, 2026 · 1:11:30 →
MixedMark SeethalerMar 3, 2026

Expressed support for preserving the Purple Church but warned about severe traffic bottlenecks and premature left-turn lane usage on 1300 West during peak hours.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 3, 2026 · 1:19:53 →
SupportiveDanny HarrisFeb 10, 2026

Representing Jordan River Dental, he expressed support for the project, highlighting the historic nature of the existing buildings and the desire to honor the artist Ed Frotten.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — February 10, 2026 · 51:29 →
SupportiveTed FrottonFeb 10, 2026

Spoke on behalf of the family that owned the Purple Church, emphasizing their desire for preservation and stating that this project is the best option found to maintain the building's integrity and honor his father's artistic legacy.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — February 10, 2026 · 1:12:00 →
SupportiveRuss NaylorFeb 10, 2026

Expressed full support for the Purple Church development, praising the preservation of the historic building, the proposed use, and the architectural design, noting his home is nearby.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — February 10, 2026 · 43:36 →
SupportiveCraig JohnsonFeb 10, 2026

Expressed strong support for the development, stating it fits the property and the neighborhood's farmhouse style, and noted that neighbors he's spoken with are also in favor, with no one present to protest.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — February 10, 2026 · 48:46 →
SupportiveChuck NewtonDec 2, 2025

A resident thanked the Council for their service, praised the new senior center and passport office, and offered suggestions on fire hydrant maintenance and the Fieldstone Homes development.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — December 2, 2025 · 4:56 →
ConcernedCory BodilyOct 28, 2025

Expressed concerns about the current traffic study and requested a more current version that accounts for the 222 units.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — October 28, 2025 · 5:30 →
ConcernedMark HallidayOct 28, 2025

Raised concerns about fencing types for wildlife and livestock, as well as access to his irrigation ditch.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — October 28, 2025 · 27:32 →
ConcernedMarc HallidayJul 15, 2025

Expressed concerns regarding motorcycle lane-splitting laws, neighborhood fireworks, agricultural preservation, fencing for livestock, and irrigation ditch management.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — July 15, 2025 · 4:00 →
NeutralRobin PierceJul 15, 2025

Thanked Council Member Shelton for meeting with her and asked about unit counts, pricing, and square footage for the Altitude project.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — July 15, 2025 · 6:47 →
ConcernedLily PerkinsJul 15, 2025

Asked whether the new development would be gated and raised security concerns regarding pedestrian access from the FrontRunner station into her existing community.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — July 15, 2025 · 43:08 →
NeutralMarc HallidayJul 15, 2025

Inquired about property ownership records for the Altitude development parcel.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — July 15, 2025 · 45:20 →
NeutralRobin PierceJun 3, 2025

Asked about the future of land cleared for the Bangerter Highway expansion and suggested a dog park.

Combined City Council & Redevelopment Agency Meeting - ARCHIVED — June 3, 2025 · 1:06:23 →
NeutralRobin PierceMay 6, 2025

Asked clarifying questions during the Black Diamond public hearing regarding whether the proposed apartments would be rentals or condos.

Combined City Council & Redevelopment Agency Meeting - ARCHIVED — May 6, 2025 · 10:32 →
SupportiveJeff BurnsonApr 22, 2025

Expressed strong support for the pickleball project and the development team, noting nearby storage options for future residents.

Planning Commission Meeting - ARCHIVED — April 22, 2025 · 0:00 →
SupportiveBrandon VeihlApr 1, 2025

Thanked the city for CDBG funding recommendations and shared statistics on domestic violence crisis shelter services provided by South Valley Services.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — April 1, 2025 · 0:00 →
SupportiveCarissa GuthrisApr 1, 2025

Expressed gratitude for past partnerships with the city and highlighted the shelter and support services provided by The Road Home.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — April 1, 2025 · 0:00 →
ConcernedRobin PierceApr 1, 2025

Requested that the city accelerate plans to build a dedicated dog park, suggesting that residents would be willing to help fund it through donations.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — April 1, 2025 · 0:00 →
ConcernedKalmar RobbinsMar 4, 2025

Raised concerns about significant dirt grading and elevation changes in the Rise Development subdivision, and discussed sewer and water line coordination on 1055 West.

City Council Meeting - ARCHIVED — March 4, 2025 · 26:00 →

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