Slides From The Community Meetings
Here are the slides from the Ivins Community Meetings held at City Hall January 11th, 12th, and 13th. Send me an email if you want a larger, clearer copy of…
Discussing The Ivins Land Use Plan
After being disappointed that this week’s community meetings were not streamed live as planned, I can understand why you might view this post dubiously. But please give me another chance.…
You Can Shape the Future of Ivins Next Week
Please read the new Ivins City Newsletter (click here) front page article about community meetings Mayor Chris Hart is having next week to discuss potential changes to our General Plan…
Do We Have Enough Water?
The Ivins City Council may take action tonight on the Water District’s goal to build a new reservoir in Ivins. The Council will also discuss adding conservation requirements for new…
What The General Plan Says About The Land Use Map
Here is what the General Plan says about the Land Use map: It is an important guide for decisions related to development; it is the visual reference about the land…
Water, Development, & Our Future
Everyone running for City Council or Mayor in Ivins answered questions last night at a “Candidate Forum” at Vista School organized by some residents. Here are my answers to the…
Water We Waiting For?
Zach Renstrom, the General Manager of the Washington County Water Conservancy District, gave a presentation to the Ivins City Council last week, titled “Recommended Ordinances to Extend Limited Water Supplies.”…
Building Color Is An Important Visual Language
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 17th to discuss changing requirements for exterior building colors. Currently, Ivins requires building exterior colors to be muted, earth…
Black Desert Resort Height Exception Update
Last night the Planning Commission recommended to approve a special height exception for the resort. Next, it goes to the City Council for their consideration. However, instead of a request…
Black Desert Resort Wants To Get High
Well, this is interesting. The Planning Commission on Tuesday August 3rd will consider recommending approval of a request by the resort to get a special exception to the City’s 35-foot…