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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hurricane City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Industrial Expansion
An applicant is asking the city to rezone light industrial property to heavy industrial so they can build a modern concrete batch plant. Neighbors and council members are weighing the economic benefits and modern dust-control tech against potential negative impacts.
Strawberry Field Estates Subdivision
A developer is proposing a large 108-lot single-family subdivision spanning phases 3 through 6 near Bash Parkway and Gateway Boulevard.
Sky Mountain PDO Density and Infrastructure
Residents and commissioners raised concerns over a proposed density increase for the Sky Mountain development, pointing to traffic congestion, road construction delays on 2800 West, sewer capacity, stormwater runoff, and weed management.
Desert's Edge at Sky Mountain Subdivision Engineering Challenges
Perry Homes is asking to update the master plan and increase the number of allowable units in the gap between existing Sky Mountain neighborhoods. This changes the overall density from what was originally approved back in 2003.
New City Hall and Police Station CMGC Selection
The city is moving forward with $27 million in lease revenue bonds to build a much-needed new city hall and police station. Officials plan to use existing savings and sale proceeds to cover about half the cost without raising property taxes.
Exit 19 Infrastructure Improvements
Hurricane City Council just approved a new power line project, but residents are already raising concerns about how it will affect their neighborhoods. If you live in the area, you should check the city's maps to see if these lines are coming to your backyard.
Resort Expansion Infrastructure
The proposed 90-unit expansion at Sand Hollow Resort brings up questions about parking, water usage, and road access. It's important to ensure the developer meets city standards to avoid putting extra pressure on our existing public services.
Surplus Land Disposal
The city is looking to sell off small strips of land left over after road work. This helps clean up city property holdings and potentially puts the land back on the tax rolls.
Affordable Housing
Hurricane is testing out new strategies to keep housing costs from spiraling as the town grows. It’s a potential game-changer for locals who are tired of being priced out of their own neighborhood.