Town Council Special Meeting June, 1 2026

The Robert Stanley Town Council held a special meeting on June 1, 2026, primarily focused on adopting the new Santan Valley zoning ordinance and zoning map, along with related town codes and intergovernmental agreements. The council conducted a detailed public hearing on the comprehensive zoning code update, which included extensive community and stakeholder input, clarifications on home occupations, animal keeping, lighting standards, and development procedures. A key amendment was made to the outdoor lighting section to better reflect the rural character of certain areas without implying a dark sky community designation. The council also approved the adoption of the Santan Valley Town Code, integrating zoning, building, floodplain, and engineering standards, with an effective date of July 1, 2026. Additionally, the council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Panal County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services, covering a six-month contract valued at approximately $6.8 million. The meeting included discussions on procedural flexibility for zoning interpretations, the transition period for building plan approvals, and public engagement in future code amendments.