Conditional Use Permit (CUP) by MJK, LLC

Dissent: None

Moved by Council member Palmer [0:40:17] · Seconded by Council member Wall [0:40:24]

The applicant requested a continuance for their Conditional Use Permit application to a later date (September 9th, 2026) to allow for further review and presentation, particularly concerning specific items with airport staff. The public hearing was opened but will remain open until the item is brought back.

Appeal by Broadway Enterprises LLC (CD 2026-002AP)

Dissent: Council members Frederick's and Palmer voted Nay, opposing the denial of the appeal.

Moved by Council member Keane [1:16:03] · Seconded by Council member Miller [1:16:32]

This appeal concerned an expired site development plan for a commercial project on Broadway Avenue North. The applicant sought to proceed with a previously approved design (22 ft height) that no longer met the current UDC's minimum height (40 ft) and other standards. Arguments for the appeal cited external delays (pandemic, road construction) and reliance on the original approval, emphasizing the integrated nature of the two-phase development. Staff and council members debated whether the practical difficulties were self-created by the developer's inaction, the importance of upholding the UDC's new standards, and the precedent of allowing expired plans to be revived.

Major Land Subdivision by Bigalow Homes LLC (Westbury First) (CD 2026-014 PLAT)

Dissent: None

Moved by Council Member Frederick's [1:23:40] · Seconded by Council Member Doring [1:24:08]

This item involved the final plat approval for the first phase of the Westbury development, creating 105 single-family lots. Staff confirmed consistency with the approved General Development Plan and prior major land subdivision approval. The applicant agreed to the proposed conditions, emphasizing the project's contribution to the city's housing needs.

Major Land Subdivision by Roger Payne (Century Valley 5th) (CD 2026-00009 PLAT)

Dissent: None

Moved by Council Member Frederick's [1:29:05] · Seconded by Council member Keane [1:29:32]

This was a final plat application for 16 residential lots in Century Valley 5th. The previous preliminary plat had expired, leading to this revisiting. Staff noted that the plan was consistent with zoning and the revised general plan for Sentry Valley, and that the applicant had met two of the initial four conditions. The motion for approval was made with the remaining conditions.

Elton Hills Drive Northwest Traffic Study and Alternative Selection (Project J7313)

Dissent: Discussion was ongoing, with Council Member Palmer advocating for Option 3, and others voicing concerns about the staff recommendation (Option 1) and supporting the motion for Option 2.

Moved by Council Member Doring [1:57:48] · Seconded by Council Member Miller [1:58:32]

The council debated three options for Elton Hills Drive: Option 1 (staff recommended, 3 lanes, parking both sides, no bike facility), Option 2 (PBAC recommended, 3 lanes, parking one side, two-way cycle track), and Option 3 (4 lanes, parking both sides, no bike facility). Key points included balancing traffic speeds, safety for all users (especially children near schools), cost implications of different bike lane barriers, snow removal, garbage collection, and adherence to the city's Complete Streets and Active Transportation policies. Some council members and residents emphasized neighborhood preference for four lanes and avoiding bike facilities, while others advocated for protected bike lanes and road diets to improve safety and encourage active transport, citing the long-term vision and grant opportunities. The discussion ended mid-sentence during comments on the motion for Option 2.