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July 7, 2026 - City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Heron River Parkstone Subdivision Parking District Resolution Approved
The council approved the Heron River Parkstone subdivision parking district resolution. Sean, presenting the item, noted that ACD had installed 'no parking' signs and was creating custom 'one parking district' signs for the neighborhood. The city clerk's office had sent out parking hanger notifications via certified mail. The resolution was approved, formalizing the parking district.
Moy Junction Annexation and Zoning Approved with Conditions
The council discussed and approved the Moy Junction annexation and zoning proposal, including a development agreement and conditional use permit. The approval was for 77.43 acres to be zoned C2 (general commercial) on the southern portion, with the northern portion to be zoned R1 (residential) or RR (rural residential). Key discussions included traffic impact studies, sidewalk requirements, building height variances for a potential medical user (up to 60 feet), and the number and placement of drive-throughs. Ultimately, the motion to approve included conditions for two drive-throughs on lots 1 and 5, with windows not facing Highway 44, a 60-foot height allowance for pad 7 and up to two other pads, inclusion of a gas station in allowed uses, fencing along the north side, a cross-access agreement for pedestrian access, and the RR zoning for the northern portion with a statement that future development would require reopening the development agreement. The council approved the motion with these conditions.
City Council Tables Rental and Sign Ordinance Amendments for Further Review
The council discussed amendments to ordinances regarding residential rentals and unlawful signs. For the sign ordinance, there was extensive debate on targeting "unauthorized" signs, requiring notation of responsible and authorizing parties, and the enforcement mechanisms, particularly for signs on private property or rights-of-way. The council agreed to have staff consolidate feedback into a final draft for a future vote. For the residential rental ordinance, the council discussed a proposal to exempt owners with fewer than 10 units, which was debated regarding its potential to create loopholes and its impact on data collection. The council also discussed penalties, preferring a civil penalty approach for most violations and potentially criminal penalties for chronic repeat offenders or large operators. The council decided to table both ordinances to allow for further refinement of the language and penalties.
Rusty Flats Subdivision Rezoning Approved with Sidewalk and Access Conditions
The council heard a public hearing for the Rusty Flats subdivision rezone from R1 to R3 with a development agreement and preliminary plat. The 5.9-acre property will include 18 single-family lots and three common lots, with densities up to three dwelling units per acre. Key discussions involved sidewalk requirements along New Hope Road and Brandon Road, a fire access route, and issues with double frontage lots (lots 11 and 12) facing a private road. Staff recommended approval with conditions including a 10-ft sidewalk on New Hope and a cash bond in lieu of sidewalk construction on Brandon, a common lot or plat note to prevent access to the private road, building elevations to be included in the development agreement, and a concrete fire access path. The council approved the application with these conditions.
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