What Kind of City Do We Want?
Your ballot for November’s election is asking whether to keep or repeal Ivins’ first property-tax increase in 15 years. No one enjoys paying more in taxes. But the real question…
The Housing Debate Is Comparing Apples To Watermelons
The Legislature’s focus on housing affordability is understandable. Home prices have far outpaced incomes across Utah, and that’s a real challenge for families. But in trying to solve that one…
Utah’s Housing Plan: Hope or Worry?
The State released a draft Housing Strategic Plan last week, asking cities to provide feedback before it’s finalized and presented to the Legislature. (Download the Plan) I’ll admit, I approached…
The Mayor says – Even When We Disagree…
I’m honored to share this endorsement from Ivins Mayor Chris Hart. "Although we don’t agree on every issue, I have come to deeply appreciate and respect Mike Scott for his…
Shocked and Dismayed: Still No Drought Plan
Back in April, the Washington County Water Conservancy District’s (WCWCD’s) Administrative Advisory Committee finally voted to recommend adoption of a Water Shortage Contingency Plan. That should have been the breakthrough…
Red Mountain Resort: What’s Next For Ivins?
At last week’s City Council meeting, Black Desert Resort presented a proposed development agreement for the Red Mountain Resort property. The concept is to redevelop the existing resort on 56.5…
At a Fork in the Road: Choosing Ivins’ Future Together
On August 14th, the City Council voted to approve an $860,000 property tax increase. This is the first increase in the Ivins portion of property taxes in 15 years. For…
Property Tax Increase: Where We Go From Here
Update - August 25, 2025: Last week a resident filed a referendum petition, which, if it qualifies, will place the property tax increase on the November 4th ballot for voters…
Power Reliability Meeting with Rocky Mountain Power
Over the past several months, many Ivins residents have voiced concerns about repeated power outages. In response, I contacted the Utah Public Service Commission on July 16, requesting detailed outage…
Property Tax Increase Public Hearing
Ivins will hold a formal public hearing on a proposed property tax increase on August 14 at 6:00 PM at City Hall (85 N Main St). For more information, see…