Lehi City Council Work Session | March 9, 2026

The Lehi City Council held a work session on March 9, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included potential improvements at Oer Park, such as adding parking stalls and paved trails to enhance accessibility, with cost estimates ranging from $40,000 for a paved trail to $200,000 for a small road and parking lot. The council also reviewed the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which allocates approximately $300,000 annually to Lehi for projects benefiting low- to moderate-income residents. Multiple nonprofit organizations presented funding requests for public services, including food assistance, family support, and services for the deaf community, with total requests exceeding available public service funding capped at 15% of the entitlement. The council expressed a preference to prioritize infrastructure projects, particularly sidewalks in the downtown area, while considering minimum funding for select public service programs. Additionally, the council received updates on transportation infrastructure projects, including bike lane designs and a pedestrian bridge funding opportunity, and discussed the implications of new energy market participation through the California Independent System Operator, which may affect local power costs and resource management. The meeting concluded with plans to finalize CDBG funding decisions after public comment and to continue monitoring infrastructure and energy projects.