Bulldog Lane Workforce Housing

Expressed concern about a lack of neighborhood commercial and grocery options in West Provo and urged the council to require mixed-use commercial pads in the Bulldog Lane development.

Called for more investigation into West Provo resident needs and retail desires before approving the Bulldog Lane housing project.

Asked the council to pause the Bulldog Lane resolution to work on a balanced plan providing both housing and essential grocery and service options for West Provo.

Questioned whether the proposed workforce housing is truly affordable for average workers like registered nurses, citing high down payment requirements and existing home prices.

Raised concerns about designated wetlands on the Bulldog Lane development site and asked whether required permits had been submitted to the Utah Geological Survey under state law.

Spoke as executive director of the Utah Community Land Trust, explaining how land trusts remove land costs to ensure permanent affordability and homeownership for essential workers.

Voiced frustration over inadequate commercial development and grocery access in West Provo compared to the east side.