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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Provo City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Private Water System Integration
Public Works Water Resources will brief residents on whether the city has sufficient water resources to support ongoing growth and development in the central area.
Dark Sky Lighting Standards
The city is relaxing rules around holiday and permanent accent lighting. Residents will be allowed to use permanent LED facade lighting and cafe-style string lights year-round without restrictive color limits, provided they do not create dangerous glare or unreasonable annoyances.
Zoning Code Rewrite (Title 14)
The city is overhauling its entire zoning code to modernize definitions, reduce redundant chapters, and streamline development standards.
Landslide Response
Remember that big landslide at Buckley Draw? The mayor's giving a rundown on how Provo handled it. Get the scoop on what happened and what's being done to keep things stable.
Covey Center Infrastructure
Provo's new wastewater treatment plant is officially open after a 'Flush Fest' celebration. This major upgrade is set to improve city services for everyone.
Personnel Evaluation and Closed Session
Provo's been named the best-run city in the entire US! This means city leaders are doing a great job managing services and finances, which is awesome news for residents.
Zoning Decision
Provo's City Council has officially nixed the proposed data center in East Bay. This means the area won't be seeing a major tech hub anytime soon, leaving future development plans up in the air.
Buckley Draw Debris Flow Mitigation
Big wildfire means big mudslide risk for Provo! City's prepping for potential damage to homes and roads, so keep an eye out.
Downtown Public Space
Get ready for a downtown Provo glow-up! A new partnership is bringing fresh shops and a better feel to the heart of the city.
Land Sale Block
The state's got your back, blocking a Chinese company from buying land near the Provo Airport. It's a move to keep tabs on who's acquiring property in our area.
State of the City Address
Mayor Judkins laid out Provo's game plan in her State of the City address, focusing on making housing more affordable, boosting job growth, and ensuring public safety. It's a snapshot of the city's current status and future aspirations.