City Council

FARMINGTON CITY – CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 21, 2026 WORK SESSION Present: Mayor Brett Anderson, City Recorder DeAnn Carlile, Councilmember Roger Child, Recording Secretary Deanne Chaston, Councilmember Scott Isaacson, City Planner/GIS Specialist Shannon Councilmember Melissa Layton, Hansell, Councilmember Kristen Sherlock, YCC Advisor Emme Kovacs, and City Attorney Paul Roberts, Project Engineer Russell Coons. Mayor Brett Anderson called the work session to order at 6:03 p.m. DISCUSSION WITH YOUTH CITY COUNCIL REGARDING USE OF INSTAGRAM Youth City Council Mayor Max Johnson, Secretary Bryndee Bradshaw, and Member Kaitlin Sherlock addressed the Council to ask permission to start and maintain a Farmington Youth City Council (YCC) Instagram page. They believe it would be a good connection between Farmington High School and the community, as 50% of teens check Instagram once a day or more. It would increase youth engagement and involvement with the City. Farmington could see increased attendance at community events if there was a teen Instagram account. It would help show the community that Farmington cares about its youth. According to a poll of YCC members, most of them heard about the opportunity to serve on the Council through friends and family. Only 3.8% heard about it from social media. This is evidence that Farmington is not reaching a diverse student audience. The youth presented examples of other youth Instagram accounts such as Bountiful’s YCC, Farmington High School, FHS performing arts, FHS dance company, and Farmington Junior High School. FHS’s performing arts Instagram page has produced so much engagement that they can no longer hold productions in the little theater anymore and have had to move to a larger venue. Johnson said the proposed account would maintain a positive, friendly, and inclusive tone specifically targeting youth. He would like to see youth managing the account with oversight from Farmington Staff, and a new social media representative position on the YCC next year. Farmington’s youth would like to communicate why Farmington is the best place to grow up. BURKE LANE CONDOMINIUM DISCUSSION City Planner/GIS Specialist Shannon Hansell introduced Chris McCandless, who would like to get entitlements on the 0.89-acre lot he owns. He has been working with Sheldon Killpack, who is coordinating the Lagoon office building consolidation. He is planning 58 for-sale condos on top of three commercial retail or office spaces, all of which would have underground structured parking and storage. Each condo would have two stalls, which is more than code requires. McCandless said he would like to keep the units small (with one and two bedrooms) and therefore affordable. He has done four iterations of financial modeling, and this is barely “do- Farmington City Council, April 21, 2026 Page 1 able.” Its proximity to the new park is a selling point. He would like the Council’s opinion on his project before he spends up to $50,000 getting it to the Planning Commission. Three quarters of the parking spots will be covered. He envisions the three 1,000 square foot, for-sale or lease neighborhood commercial spots on Shepard Lane for uses such as real estate agents, hair stylists, and insurance agents. He would like to maximize the density of the corner with underground parking and five above-ground floors, which would feature both stairs and elevators. Councilmember Roger Child said this would create a niche, as Farmington currently doesn’t have affordable, for-sale stackable units. This product would appeal to both young and old, and covered parking is particularly desirable. Stackable town homes only seem to appeal to the young demographic. Councilmember Scott Isaacson asked the Council if they want a more commercial product on this corner. He is disappointed that all that has been coming out of the ground there is residential, even though it is an area slated for commercial development. McCandless replied that office and retail are both dead. After 10 years of trying to fill a 83,000 square-foot office building in Cottonwood Heights, and only getting offers that ended up failing, he recently converted it to residential. Office and retail used to make money, but it is not so now. If he doesn’t sell these commercial units in three years’ time, he may ask to convert the space to residential instead. Councilmember Kristen Sherlock pointed out that there is a commercial aspect on the ground floor. She personally likes the mixed-use project. She said one- and two-bedroom units would be a challenge to sell, as financing would be difficult. Investors may show more interest. Child said any exclusively commercial project there would remain a single-floor use, and would likely not go vertical. The proposed project would give a bonus with having residential on top. He feels this is a good use at this location. McCandless said he considered all two-bedroom units, but it didn’t pencil financially for this $20 million project. He may not end up building this out himself, but it would sell better if the land had entitlements attached to it. HISTORIC BARN DISCUSSION Hansell brought up the historic barn on Lagoon property on State Street. Keeping the building standing or restoring it to its former glory would take more money than the City has. The public doesn’t currently have access to it, and efforts would have to be coordinated with Lagoon. There are still historic implements and tools inside the barn. Isaacson suggested that Lagoon repurpose the barn and relocate it to Pioneer Village. Hansell suggested that the Historic Preservation Commission consider this project, as they have added new members lately. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Farmington City Council, April 21, 2026 Page 2 Councilmember Melissa Layton mentioned graffiti throughout the City that was recently brought to her attention. She would like youth to help remove it, which would lead to self- policing and a sense of ownership. REGULAR SESSION Present: Mayor Brett Anderson, Councilmember Kristen Sherlock, Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember Amy City Attorney Paul Roberts, Shumway (via Zoom), City Recorder DeAnn Carlile, Councilmember Roger Child, Recording Secretary Deanne Chaston, Councilmember Scott Isaacson, Communications Specialist Jody Peeters, Councilmember Melissa Layton, and Project Engineer Russell Coons. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Brett Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Mayor Anderson offered the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Kristen Sherlock. PRESENTATION: Musical Numbers by Sadie Farnsworth Farnsworth has performed with Farmington High School choir, Battle of the bands, and Utah State Solo and Ensemble. Last year, she made it through all Zoom rounds while auditioning for American Idol, and was one of only 150 invited to audition for celebrity judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood, and Luke Bryan. BUSINESS: Consider approval of Forge Industrial, LLC to construct the Farmington Compton waterline replacement project bid Project Engineer Russell Coons presented this agenda item. The City received 10 bids for the Compton Waterline Replacement Project ranging from $166,679.88 to $436,379, and will begin construction in May. The project includes replacing an aged and undersized waterline, as well as water meters, curb, and gutter. It was important to get the water lines upsized, since a new subdivision is planned in the vicinity. Councilmember Scott Isaacson pointed out Section 1.1 of the agreement included an incorrect project description. Motion: Isaacson moved that the City Council approve the contract and bid from Forge Industrial, LLC for the construction of waterline replacement improvements in the amount of $166,679.88 to be paid from various street and water maintenance funds, with a caveat that the description of work be updated to include the correct project description as discussed. Councilmember Roger Child seconded the motion. All Councilmembers voted in favor, as there was no opposing vote. Farmington City Council, April 21, 2026 Page 3 Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember Amy Shumway X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Roger Child X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Scott Isaacson X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Melissa Layton X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Kristen Sherlock X Aye ____ Nay Consider approval of Asphalt Construction and Excavating to construct the sidewalk improvements project Coons presented this agenda item. The City received four bids for the Farmington CGS Project ranging from $314,470.39 to $659,540, and will begin construction in May. The project at four different locations includes asphalt extension agreements including the installation of asphalt, sidewalk, curb, and gutter. Coons said the affected residents will give the City the Right of Way and the City will install the improvements. The project will include removing 30 trees on 500 South east of the trail. These are pines and aspens on the fence line. Isaacson asked why these four places were prioritized over other locations in the City. City Attorney Paul Roberts said it is to finish the patchwork on the west side of the trail. Due to the general direction of the City Council, this will not include a special assessment on residents. Motion: Child moved that the City Council approve the contract and bid from Asphalt Construction and Excavating for the construction of the Farmington CGS Project in the amount of $314,470.39 to be paid from various street and storm drain maintenance funds, with the adoption of the proper description of the work reflected in the contract. Councilmember Melissa Layton seconded the motion. All Councilmembers voted in favor, as there was no opposing vote. Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember Amy Shumway X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Roger Child X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Scott Isaacson X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Melissa Layton X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Kristen Sherlock X Aye ____ Nay SUMMARY ACTION: Minute Motion Approving Summary Action List The Council considered the Summary Action List including: • Item 1: Approval of the City Council minutes for April 7, 2026 • Item 2: Seasonal Ban and Outdoor Burning Ordinance, as reviewed at the last City Council meeting • Item 3: Franchise Agreement with Qwest Corporation (dba Centurylink QC) • Item 4: Surplus Property Including a 2018 Ford 150 and a 2011 Ford 150 • Item 5: Monthly Financial Report Motion: Sherlock moved to approve the Summary Action list Items 1-5 as noted in the Staff Report. Farmington City Council, April 21, 2026 Page 4 Child seconded the motion. All Council members voted in favor, as there was no opposing vote. Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember Amy Shumway X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Roger Child X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Scott Isaacson X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Melissa Layton X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Kristen Sherlock X Aye ____ Nay GOVERNING BODY REPORTS: Mayor Anderson and City Council Reports Councilmembers noted that they will be attending the Utah League of Cities and Towns Conference in St. George that week. Roberts said he will address the Instagram request from the Youth City Council in a written response. He was impressed with their presentation. ADJOURNMENT Motion: Child made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:31 p.m. Sherlock seconded the motion. All Council members voted in favor, as there was no opposing vote. Mayor Pro Tempore/Councilmember Amy Shumway X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Roger Child X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Scott Isaacson X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Melissa Layton X Aye ____ Nay Councilmember Kristen Sherlock X Aye ____ Nay ________________________________________ DeAnn Carlile, Recorder Farmington City Council, April 21, 2026 Page 5