Council approves Ordinance No. 26-20: Title 18 Land Use and Development Code Amendments, 5–0

Ordinance No. 26-20: Title 18 Land Use and Development Code Amendments

5 yes, 0 no

Andy Pierucci (yes), Troy McDougal (yes), Alexander Johnson (yes), Shannon Smith (yes), Spencer Haymond (yes)

Resolution No. 26-46: Sale of City-Owned Property to David D. King

5 yes, 0 no

Troy McDougal (yes), Andy Pierucci (yes), Alexander Johnson (yes), Spencer Haymond (yes), Shannon Smith (yes)

Consent Agenda Approval

5 yes, 0 no

Consent Items

5 yes, 0 no

Minute Approval: September 15, 2026

5 yes, 0 no

Resolution No. 26-48 - Declaring the identified equipment as surplus and authorizing the City Manager to dispose of the item as he deemed appropriate -Craig Calvert, Purchasing Manager

5 yes, 0 no

Closed Session

5 yes, 0 no

Adjournment

5 yes, 0 no

Title 18 Land Use Code Amendments

Code text amendments to remove obsolete regulations, update master plan terminology to general plan, eliminate minimum home size and exterior material rules, and remove unapplied zoning districts.

approved (5-0) · still approved

2027 Legislative Priorities

The city established its official policy agenda for the upcoming state legislative session, focusing on local funding, infrastructure support, and municipal authority.

What it means: Directly impacts state funding allocations and municipal revenues for fiscal year 2027.

Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Planning

City staff presented multi-year financial forecasts showing operating deficits across culinary water, secondary water, sanitation, and general funds. The council discussed potential future rate adjustments, capital project funding strategies, and cash reserve policies.

What it means: Riverton residents and property owners benefit from proactive fiscal planning and maintained municipal infrastructure.

Immigration Enforcement and Local Police Cooperation

During public comment, several residents and outside speakers criticized the city's cooperation with federal immigration enforcement under 287(g) agreements, asking the council to sever ties with ICE.

What it means: Advocacy groups and immigrant community members seeking policy changes.