City Council April 21, 2026

The Highland City Council meeting on April 21, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved consent items including meeting minutes and ratification of large purchases. A significant agenda item was the approval of a $10,000 change order for the fire station driveway, with ongoing efforts to seek reimbursement from Rocky Mountain Power due to project delays and associated costs. The council also discussed amendments to municipal and development codes regarding home occupations, daycare, and in-home instruction, focusing on clarifying regulations and allowing such uses on residential lots of at least 8,000 square feet with appropriate parking plans. A zoning code amendment related to rounding lot calculations was debated, with a motion to round fractional lots to the nearest whole number ultimately passing. The council approved a memorandum of understanding with the Highland Alpine Chamber of Commerce concerning data sharing and community engagement. The Lone Peak Public Safety District's fiscal year 2026-27 tentative budget was reviewed and approved, highlighting a 5% wage adjustment for police and fire personnel, the addition of a sergeant position, vehicle purchases funded by fund balance, and potential AI software for police report writing. Concerns were raised about sustaining annual public safety budget increases amid limited revenue growth. Lastly, the council discussed cemetery perpetual care fund fee increases, including plot sales and transfer fees, with a preference for incremental increases to avoid burdening residents, and considered options for plot buybacks. Other topics included emergency preparedness, potential utility line burial, and trail development along SR-92. The meeting concluded with updates on upcoming planning and budget sessions.