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City Council Work Session July 7, 2026
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Barker Park Master Plan Concepts Presented, Incorporating Community Feedback
City staff and consultants presented three conceptual master plans for the Barker Park renovation, incorporating community feedback. The plans generally include multi-use soccer fields, pickleball courts, a group ramada, a destination playground, a multigenerational fitness area, a three-cell dog park, and a pump track. Concept A features more parking, while Concept B reduces parking to enhance street frontage and includes a larger playground and a dedicated event area for farmers markets. Concept C reimagines the park layout assuming the removal of a residential lot. Phasing was discussed, with Phase 1 focusing on core amenities like pickleball, soccer fields, playground, and ramadas, followed by Phase 2 (dog park, additional parking) and Phase 3 (island area with pump track). Inspiration imagery for bridges, playgrounds, pavilions, and fitness areas was shown. Community members raised concerns about the park's uniqueness, historical elements, trail integration, maintenance costs, and the amount of parking. Feedback also included suggestions for more food truck space, potential community garden areas, and retaining green space. The council provided initial feedback, leaning towards a combination of concepts and emphasizing the need for adequate parking and flexibility for future events like Cherry Days. The potential purchase of a house impacting the park's flow was also discussed.
City Council Explores Allowing ADU Occupancy During Primary Residence Construction
The council considered a proposal to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be occupied while the primary residence is under construction. Currently, the code requires the primary dwelling to be completed before the ADU can be occupied. This change aims to provide flexibility for homeowners, particularly those selling their existing homes and needing temporary accommodation. Several scenarios were discussed, including the possibility of building both units simultaneously and occupying one before the other is completed. The council directed staff to explore code amendments to address this issue, considering aspects like size limitations, setbacks, parking, and occupancy timelines. The proposal also involved addressing hillside protection zones and ensuring consistency with other city ordinances. Concerns were raised about potential impacts on neighborhood character and the need for adequate parking and oversight. The discussion also touched upon potential changes to the city's ADU policy by October.
North Ogden Council Explores Attainable Housing and Development Options for City-Owned Properties
The council and city staff engaged in an extensive discussion regarding the future use of several city-owned properties along 450 East, acquired during a road widening project. The primary focus was on creating attainable housing options for individuals and households earning between $80,000 and $120,000 annually, who currently cannot afford home prices in North Ogden. Three main options were presented: 1) Replatting lots to meet R18 zone compliance and selling them on the open market, potentially with restrictions to keep home prices down; 2) Partnering with a community land trust, where the city/trust owns the land and leases it to homeowners, reducing the purchase price; and 3) Developing workforce housing for essential city employees, teachers, and first responders. Public comments expressed concerns about commercial development, traffic impact, loss of neighborhood character, and the need for transparency regarding previous promises about property use. There was also discussion about the financial implications for the city, potential for commercial development along Washington Boulevard, and the importance of maintaining neighborhood aesthetics. The council expressed a preference for options that maintain city control and ensure affordability, leaning towards deed restrictions rather than a full land trust model due to complexity. Staff was directed to explore deed restrictions and consider a Request for Proposal (RFP) for commercial and residential development interests. The discussion also included specific property considerations, such as the corner lot and a house that remained after the road widening, with residents expressing interest in purchasing adjacent properties. The city manager and attorney also provided legal context regarding property sales and zoning.
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