Kress Staheli
About
Kress Staheli's platform focuses on balancing the preservation of Washington City's historical heritage with the management of future growth. As the first new mayor in over a decade, his priorities center on transitioning the city's leadership and maintaining community identity during a period of development.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentStaheli aims to promote and preserve the heritage of Washington City while leading the city into a new chapter.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 53
- Total speaking time
- 22:29:07
- Avg per meeting
- 25:27
- Segments
- 19012
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Voice summary
Mayor Kress Staheli on the recordAI-generated · 6 meetingsMayor Kress Staheli has consistently demonstrated a focus on civic engagement, infrastructure development, and community improvement through his leadership of council meetings and public hearings. He has actively guided discussions on key municipal projects, such as the Sienna Hills Plaza PUD-R extension and the oversight of eminent domain proceedings for water storage facilities, while advocating for pragmatic policy changes like warning-based enforcement for vehicle load regulations. Additionally, Staheli shows a strong commitment to local community spirit and growth, evidenced by his detailed recommendations for enhancing the Cotton Days festival and his ongoing involvement in balancing infrastructure expansion with water conservation standards.
Top issues during term (20)
Adams Family Farms General Plan Amendment
Increases property values and development potential for the affected parcels.
Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Facility Plan Update
Adjusts the fees developers pay on new construction, which directly funds future park and recreation projects.
Zone Change for Sunrise Residential Treatment Facility
None to the city.
Utah Inland Port Authority Project Area
Captures property tax increment from industrial developments to fund regional infrastructure without raising tax rates.
UAMPS Update & Regional EDAM Market Cost Pressures
Affects approximately two-thirds of the city's power budget, totaling around $16 to $17 million annually.
Sunrise Academy Campus Expansion
The project is privately funded by the applicant.
Three Peaks to Purgatory Flat Transmission Line
Substation and transmission line materials continue to experience delivery delays.
Height Waiver HW-26-02 for Long Valley Church
None directly on city funds.
Storm Drain Infrastructure Projects WAD-01 & WAD-05
$1,460,365.55
August 27 Countywide Power Outage Investigation
Substation failures and equipment damage cost local entities tens of thousands of dollars.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Impact fees on new residential construction may increase, affecting overall housing development costs.
Residential Infill Development & Open Space Redesignation at 1608 N 590 West
Property values and views for adjacent homeowners may be impacted by new construction.
Antigua Lane Zone Change Proposal (Z-26-14)
Townhome Zone Change at 965 S 100 East
Provides 69 new attainable housing units priced under $400,000 while requiring developer-funded roadway infrastructure.
Quick Trip Commercial Development at Exit 13
Generates new sales tax revenue and commercial investment along a major highway corridor.
Proposed Land Use Hearing Process Changes
Veteran Affordable Housing
The project is supported by private donations and nonprofit efforts to minimize costs for veterans.
In-Home Childcare Facility Approval at 723 E Bulloch Street
Provides small business income for the operator and local childcare options for nearby families.
Amara Affordable Housing Project Partnership
Potential state infrastructure loan funding of approximately $3.5 million through HB 492.
Commercial Development Threshold Policy
Unknown, but potentially reduces staff time spent on routine reviews.
Decisions during term (332)
Recorded while Staheli was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Award of Bid for Storm Drain Projects WAD-01 & WAD-05
Table Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Analysis
Approval of General Plan Amendment G-26-04
Approval of Resolution for Police Officer Duty Pistol Retirement Transfer
Approval of Resolution for Utah Inland Port Authority MOU
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Proclamation - Domestic Violence Awareness
CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Consideration to approve the minutes from the City Council Meeting of 09/23/26 and 09/30/26.
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of Meeting Agenda
Approval of July 2026 Minutes
Adjournment
Agenda Approval
Consent Agenda
Church Farm Road Pump Station Bid Award
Height Waiver HW-26-02
Proximity to Community Location for Regattis
Voting record (1)
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