Tamara Zander
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- Meetings spoken in
- 41
- Total speaking time
- 2:58:19
- Avg per meeting
- 4:21
- Segments
- 4328
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District 4 Council Member Tamara Zander on the recordAI-generated · 12 meetingsCouncil Member Tamara Zander consistently prioritizes fiscal scrutiny, transparency, and the potential impact of municipal policies on resident utility bills and tax burdens. Her engagement centers on careful oversight of city infrastructure, development project details, and water conservation strategies, often advocating for a balanced approach to city-funded services and fee structures. Notable for her evidence-based decision-making, she frequently challenges staff on the logistical and financial implications of proposed regulations, such as those concerning waste management, park fees, and zoning requirements.
Top issues during term (11)(General)
Regional Transit Connectivity
Requires minimal upfront cost for basic vertiport designations, though future regional facilities may involve significant private-public investment.
Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
While it's too early to say for sure, this could cost taxpayers if the city is found to have mishandled things.
Daybreak Traffic and Safety
There is no direct financial impact, though enforcement may require staff time.
golf course preservation
The resident noted that repairs have already cost him a significant amount of money.
liquor licenses
Potential impact on businesses operating under the current license structure.
infrastructure failure
Costs associated with the sewer improvements will be borne by the Jordan Basin Improvement District.
homelessness ordinance
This ordinance likely won't save the city money in the long run, as pushing people out doesn't fix the underlying issues.
data breach
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for cybersecurity upgrades, legal fees, and potential fallout from the leaked data.
short-term rentals
Property owners could see a nice financial boost if they're allowed to rent out their spaces, but neighbors might worry about potential hits to their home values.
tumbleweed removal
City resources are taking a financial hit as crews spend extra time and taxpayer money hauling away mountains of weeds.
court operations
You might end up spending more on gas or travel time since you'll have to commute to a different city for your court dates.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Zander 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.
- moved2026-02-17
Ordinance 2026-04, Amending Section 17.130.130.030 (Prohibitions in the ADU Floating Zone) of the South Jordan Municipal Code to clarify Development Standards. RCV (By Long-Range Planner, Joe Moss)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-17
Council Member Zander motioned to adjourn the February 17, 2026 City Council Meeting.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
recess the City Council Study Meeting and move to executive closed session for the discussion of the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-03
Council Member Zander motioned to strike section 17.130.030 (Prohibitions in the ADU Floating Zone) from Ordinance 2026-03 and approve Ordinance 2026-03 Amending Chapters 16.36.090…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-02-03
Council Member Johnson motioned to adjourn the February 3, 2026 City Council Meeting.
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-03
Resolution R2026-04, Purchasing Policy
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-03
Council Member Zander motioned to appoint Council Member Jason McGuire as Mayor Pro Tempore for the February 3, 2026 City Council Meeting in Mayor Dawn R. Ramsey’s absence.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-01-20
Council Member Shelton motioned to adjourn the January 20, 2026 City Council Study Meeting.
- movedpassed 4-02026-01-20
Recess to Executive Closed Session
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02025-12-02
Council Member Zander motioned to approve Resolution R2025-53, Adopting the International Utah Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
- secondedpassed 5-02025-12-02
Council Member Johnson motioned to adjourn the December 2, 2025 City Council Meeting and return to the Executive Closed Session to discuss the character, professional competence, p…
- secondedpassed 5-02025-12-02
Council Member McGuire motioned to recess the City Council Study Meeting and move to Executive Closed Session for the discussion of the purchase, exchange, or lease of real propert…
- secondedpassed 5-02025-12-02
Council Member McGuire motioned to adjourn the Executive Closed Session and move back to the City Council Study Meeting.
- movedpassed 5-02025-12-02
Council Member Zander motioned to approve Zoning Ordinance 2025-08-Z, Rezoning property generally located at 10378 South Jordan Gateway in the City of South Jordan from C-F (Commer…
- movedpassed 4-02025-11-18
Resolution R2025-58: America250 Support
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02025-11-18
Council Member Zander motioned to recess the City Council Study Meeting and move to Executive Closed Session for the discussion of the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property…
- movedpassed 4-02025-11-18
adjourn the November 18, 2025 City Council Meeting.
- secondedpassed 4-02025-11-18
Council Member McGuire motioned to adjourn the Executive Closed Session and move back to the City Council Study Meeting.
- secondedpassed 5-02025-11-18
Resolution R2025-62, Adopting the 2025 General Election Canvass of Votes. RCV (By Deputy City Recorder, Ambra Holland)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02025-11-18
Resolution R2025-63: PC Zone Development Fees
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (5)
Recorded while Zander was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Resolution R2026-05: Park Place Phase 5 General Plan Amendment
Adoption of Resolution R2025-49 - General Plan Chapter 7 Amendment
Water Element General Plan Amendment Recommendation
Resolution R2025-13: Altitude General Plan Amendment
Voting record (15)(General)
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