City Council Election Update
The election results won’t be certified until November 17, and additional ballots still need to be processed. However, at this point it appears that Dillon Hurt and I have strong…
Making Land Use Changes Work for the Community
Cities across Utah are feeling pressure from the State Legislature to help provide more affordable housing options. At the same time, communities like Ivins are trying to maintain neighborhood character,…
Red Mountain Resort Development: Update 2
Update - 10/17/25: The City Council last night approved a revised development agreement for Red Mountain Resort. The plan now allows 450 units instead of 500 and, more importantly, adds…
Water, Fairness, and Ivins: A Smart Take from Wayne Pennington
Here’s an article by Wayne Pennington that I think you’ll appreciate. He’s running for City Council, and one of the many things I value about him is that he doesn’t…
Closer to Affordable Housing Off Hwy 91
The Trust Lands Administration (commonly known as SITLA) has selected a developer for its parcel of land just off Hwy 91 next to the Indigo Trails community. The land is in unincorporated…
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…
Is The Housing Debate 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…