Smithfield City, Utah City Council Meeting, Wed, Jan 14, 2026

- The council approved the 12/10/2025 meeting minutes, with newer members abstaining from the vote because they were not on the council at that time. The motion passed with abstentions noted. - Public comment was opened broadly, and the mayor announced a new practice allowing public input on each agenda item moving forward, not just at the start of the meeting. Several residents also spoke on non-agenda items, including a request for more police transparency and booking information. - The Youth Council reported upcoming service activities, including helping with the Sky View triathlon on January 31, the America 250 art event on February 21, and an Easter scavenger hunt on April 4. Council members thanked them for their work and involvement. - The Smithfield Lions Club presented the city with a Trex recycling bench made from collected plastic and donated a braille children’s book to the library. They also recommended placing the bench in Forrester Acres and continuing tree plantings along the trail. - The council held a lengthy public hearing on Ordinance 2025-27, a rezone request by Brian Fillmore for a 5-acre parcel at 4688 South/West from A-3 to RA-1. Residents voiced strong concerns about preserving open space, traffic safety on narrow 400 West, and protecting the neighborhood’s agricultural character, while some supported the smaller-lot residential compromise. - After discussion, the council voted 3-2 to deny the rezone ordinance. The denial followed concerns about road safety, future development pressure, and whether the change aligned with the neighborhood’s long-term character. - The council selected Todd Orme as Mayor Pro Tempore for calendar year 2026. This role would allow him to preside at meetings and act on the mayor’s behalf when needed. - Staff and council discussed the general plan update and agreed it should move forward with council review in February, a public hearing in March, and likely a vote in April. Council members asked for questions and comments to be compiled and sent to JUB in advance, and the public was encouraged to review the draft and provide feedback by early February. - The city manager reported that the personnel manual is being updated for legal compliance, with both redlined and clean versions to be shared with the council. He also gave project updates on the 3-million-gallon tank, the canyon spring line, and the 10th South stormwater project, and noted budget planning will begin in earnest with a March presentation. - Council member reports highlighted ongoing work by the Tree Committee, Historical Society, Senior Center improvements, Health Days planning, Chamber of Commerce activities, trails committee grant opportunities, and America 250 events. The mayor also said he is pursuing a role on the fire district board and is reorganizing city committee assignments.