Ogden City Council - August 18, 2026

The Ogden City Council held a meeting on August 18, 2026, which included routine procedural matters such as approval of minutes and appointments to the audit committee and board of health. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a proposed zoning ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2026-16) related to fence height and setback standards in open space zones, particularly parks, which was adopted following a roll call vote. Public comments addressed various community concerns including surveillance technology (notably the Flock camera system and license plate readers), the ICE holding facility compliance, child care services at the Marshall White Center, and infrastructure safety issues such as steep gutters affecting bicyclists. Council members discussed ongoing investigations, transparency, and the city’s use of surveillance technology, with some members requesting detailed contract and expenditure information related to Flock. No new contracts or procurement awards were announced, but there was mention of a grant related to license plate readers. The council also indicated plans to develop policies or ordinances governing surveillance technology use in the future.