Workshop:
Strategic Plan Review
City staff presented the latest updates to the strategic plan’s structure, including clearer goal statements, more actionable objectives, and a stronger connection to community-voiced priorities. This includes longstanding concerns such as flood mitigation, stormwater management, and safer pedestrian crossings.
City staff also addressed the need to transition some existing goals into ongoing operational practices. “At a certain point, things that start as goals should become part of our routine,” City Manager Michael Black noted. Readers can see the strategic plan, which includes ongoing project updates and trackers, on moabcity.gov or moabsunnews.com
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Public Comment
Community members shared input on youth programs and sidewalk safety concerns.
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Presentation
Sidewalk Repairs
City staff presented the results of a citywide sidewalk audit, including photos of damaged sidewalks due to heaving caused by tree roots, cracks and uneven surfaces. The most urgent repairs are close to Main Street. The city plans to put the project out for bids within 6–8 weeks, with the goal of returning to council for final contract approval by June 2025.
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Action Items
Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from February 25, 2025, Regular Meeting
- Approval of Bills Against the City of Moab in the Amount of $1,973,737.20
Vote: Passed unanimously.
[1:14:00]
Public Hearing and Consideration of Resolution 01-2025 – Adoption of the Sewer Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Sewer Impact Fee Analysis 2023 Amendment
The council held a public hearing (no comments made) and approved updated sewer impact fees, which mean that developers will pay more to connect to city sewer systems. This may increase costs for new construction but helps fund overdue infrastructure upgrades. New rates will take effect 90 days after adoption. Councilmember Jason Taylor opposed, saying that he favored a slower increase and this was “too much of a jump.”
Vote: Passed 4-1 with Jason Taylor in opposition. [01:18:33–01:40:27]
Consideration of Approval of RAP Tax Advisory Committee 2024 Recommendations
Council approved allocating $83,000 in RAP tax funding to 18 local arts and recreation programs. Awardees include: Moab Valley Multicultural Center ($7,000), Youth Garden Project ($7,000), Moab Music Festival ($5,000), Ephemeral Collective for Moab Stoop Fest ($5,000). Full list available at moabcity.org
Vote: Passed unanimously
[01:40:27–01:49:02]
Consideration of Approval of Contract Award for Mill Creek Bank Protection Project
Council awarded a $1.99 million contract to Beh Brothers Construction for flood control work along Mill Creek between Dream Drive and 400 East.
City staff explained that the work will focus on stabilizing eroded creek banks, replacing vegetation, and improving water flow through impacted areas. The goal is to prevent further erosion and protect nearby infrastructure and property from future flood damage.
The project is part of the 2022 NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection program, which addresses damage from previous floods.
Vote: Passed unanimously
[01:49:02–01:57:05]
Consideration of Approval of a Letter of Support for the UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025
Council approved a letter urging Sen. John Curtis to back federal legislation to allow the transfer of the UMTRA uranium tailings site to Grand County’s control after the conclusion of waste removal.
Vote: Passed unanimously.
[01:57:05–02:00:59]
Reports & Updates
Mayor and Council Reports
Councilmembers discussed recent meetings in Washington, D.C. with Utah’s congressional delegation, advocating for continued UMTRA funding and improved air service at Canyonlands Regional Airport.
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