CLEARFIELD CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA AND SUMMARY REPORT
July 22, 2025 - POLICY SESSION
Meetings of the City Council of Clearfield City may be conducted via electronic means pursuant to Utah Code Ann. § 52-4-207 as amended. In such circumstances, contact will be established and maintained via electronic means and the meetings will be conducted pursuant to the Electronic Meetings Policy established by the City Council for electronic meetings.
55 South State Street
Third Floor
Clearfield, Utah
7:00 P.M. POLICY SESSION
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Mark Shepherd
OPENING CEREMONY:
Pledge of Allegiance
Solemn Moment of Reflection
Council Member Roper
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
May 27, 2025 - work session
May 27, 2025 - closed session
June 10, 2025 - work session
June 24, 2025 - work session
June 24, 2025 - policy session
July 8, 2025 - work session
July 8, 2025 - policy session
PRESENTATIONS:
1. PUBLIC RECOGNITION OF HEROIC ACTIONS OF CLEARFIELD RESIDENTS
BACKGROUND: The City has been contacted by Anita Martinez to recognize two Clearfield residents for their heroic actions to rescue her nephew. William Meyer and Lori Jo Owen-Bunck raced to the scene when William heard cries for help. They communicated with 911, began CPR, and offered emotional support. After the fact, they continued to check in, offer help, brought meals, and showed Ms. Martinez what real community looks like. In Ms. Martinez's words: 'This experience reminded me of something we all need to hear more often: In a world that often feels too fast, too divided, and too disconnected, these moments matter. They remind us that humanity is still alive. That courage still lives on our streets. That Clearfield-though small-is strong, united, and full of extraordinary people who rise when it matters most.'
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE ADOPTION OF AN UPDATE TO THE CLEARFIELD CITY GENERAL PLAN
BACKGROUND: The purposes of the Clearfield City General Plan are to provide a comprehensive and long-range plan for present and future needs of the community, stand as an advisory guide for land use decisions, and to provide the required General Plan Elements as set forth in Utah State Code. In the summer of 2023, FFKR Architects was hired as a consultant to assist Planning staff with the update to the Clearfield City General Plan. Key themes and community priorities were identified by engaging the community through an online survey. The Planning Commission, City Council, Stakeholders and community ambassadors evaluated and ranked the results of the survey and provided feedback related to transportation, business and economic development, housing and resilience. Additionally, the City Council and Planning Commission held discussions to establish a vision for future land use planning, balancing the City's needs for housing, centers, and community spaces such as parks, trails, and recreational facilities.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive public comment.
SCHEDULED ITEMS:
2. OPEN COMMENT PERIOD
The Open Comment Period provides an opportunity to address the Mayor and City Council regarding concerns or ideas on any topic relevant to city business. To be considerate of everyone at this meeting, public comment will be limited to three minutes per person. Participants are to state their names for the record. Comments, which cannot be made within these limits, should be submitted in writing to the City Recorder at nancy.dean@clearfieldcity.org.
The Mayor and City Council encourage civil discourse for everyone who participates in the meeting.
3. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE MONTH OF JULY DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH
BACKGROUND: Disability Pride Month is a time to uplift the voices, experiences, and contributions of people with disabilities-individuals who enrich every part of our community. As Utah's Military City, Clearfield is home to many veterans and families whose lives are touched by disability. Recognizing this month would be a meaningful way to honor their stories and affirm our shared commitment to equity, inclusion, and dignity for all. One of the most moving symbols of this celebration is the Disability Pride Flag. Its five colored stripes each represent a different aspect of the disability community. Together, these stripes show the diversity, strength, and unity of people with disabilities-something truly worth celebrating in our city.
- Red for physical disabilities
- Gold for neurodiversity
- White for invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
- Blue for psychiatric disabilities
- Green for sensory disabilities
- The charcoal gray background commemorates and mourns disabled people who have died due to ableism, violence, negligence, suicide, rebellion, illness, and eugenics. The gray background also represents rage and protest against the mistreatment of the disabled community.
- The diagonal band is for 'cutting across' the walls and barriers that separate disabled people from society. It also represents the light and creativity of the disability community that cuts through the darkness of ableism.
4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE 2025-17 ADOPTING THE 2025 UPDATED CLEARFIELD CITY GENERAL PLAN
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance 2025-17 adopting the 2025 updated Clearfield City General Plan and authorize the mayor's signature to any necessary documents.
5. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2025R-10 SUPPORTING AMERICA250 UTAH AND RECOGNIZING AND APPROVING OF THE CLEARFIELD CITY UTAH250 COMMUNITY COMMITTEE
BACKGROUND: Governor Spencer J. Cox and the Utah State Legislature created the America250 Utah Commission, which aims to commemorate and celebrate, reflect on our nation's past, build community, and look toward the future by educating, engaging and uniting Utahns and visitors to our state. America250 Utah is seeking partnerships with counties and municipalities to further its mission. This partnership will be formed by creating a local committee called the Clearfield City Utah250 Community Committee. The committee will focus on important events, people, and places within Clearfield City to commemorate and celebrate Clearfield City's role in America's 250th anniversary.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution 2025R-10 supporting America250 Utah and recognizing and approving of the Clearfield City Utah250 Community Committee and authorize the mayor's signature to any necessary documents.
COMMUNICATION ITEMS:
A. Mayor's Report
B. City Council's Reports
C. City Manager's Report
D. Staff Reports
**ADJOURN AS THE CITY COUNCIL**
Posted on July 17, 2025.
/s/Chersty Titensor, Deputy City Recorder
The complete public notice is posted on the Utah Public Notice Website - www.utah.gov/pmn/, the Clearfield City Website - clearfield.city, and at Clearfield City Hall, 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT 84015. To request a copy of the public notice or for additional inquiries please contact Nancy Dean at Clearfield City, Nancy.dean@clearfieldcity.org & 801-525-2700.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
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Notice of Electronic or Telephone Participation
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Other Information
The complete public notice is posted on the Utah Public Notice Website - www.utah.gov/pmn/, the Clearfield City Website - clearfield.city, and at Clearfield City Hall, 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT 84015. To request a copy of the public notice or