Meridian City Council - 6/23/26

The City of Meridian held a council meeting on June 23, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved two fiscal year 2026 budget amendments: one for $31,597 to cover maintenance costs for the Meridian pool building, including repairs to pool lighting and circulation pumps, and another for $173,700 to fund the design of a signalized intersection at Ustic and Venable. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved multiple development-related items, including modifications to development agreements and preliminary plats for commercial and mixed-use projects, with attention to infrastructure and landscaping commitments. The meeting also addressed updates to the Unified Development Code (UDC) to comply with recent state legislation affecting manufactured homes, accessory dwelling units, and starter home subdivisions, with discussions on balancing regulatory compliance and neighborhood character. The council considered flex space zoning standards, debating the need for flexible use regulations to support evolving business needs while avoiding incompatible land uses. Public hearings were held on development agreements and short plats, with approvals granted following staff and applicant presentations. The council continued a public hearing on county jail and emergency medical services development impact fees to a future date and scheduled a third reading of related ordinances. Motions to adopt agendas, consent items, and close public hearings were passed unanimously throughout the meeting.