Sugar City, Idaho: The Dayley Report

Comprehensive Plan The council voted to update the city's comprehensive plan, including the preferred land use map and the zoning map. These updates have been in the work for several years, and I was glad to see them finally completed and voted upon after going through numerous iterations and public surveys and public hearings over that time. I want to thank the residents and members of the Planning and Zoning Commission for the many hours of research, discussion, and revision that led to these updated documents. With the growth we are experiencing and expecting in our area and town, it's important to have an updated, clear vision for our community. It helps residents, property owners, and the city.  County Law Enforcement Center This week, the council also voted to transfer a lot in the business park to Madison County for a law enforcement center. The lot is next to the county's Search & Rescue Station. The county now has three lots in the business park. The idea at th...

      New Councilman We  welcomed a new member to city council this week. Connie Fogle resigned from the council last month. I was sad to see her go. She served the city well, and I appreciated her wisdom and sincere service. She is a busy woman, but always made time to fulfill her council responsibilities. I wish her the best and hope to see her around town. Daniel Baird was appointed by Mayor Adams, approved by the council, and sworn in to take Councilwoman Fogle's position. He will serve by appointment until the election this fall when he will have to run for office if he is to remain on the council. Welcome, Councilman Baird! By the way, there will be three council members and the mayor's spot up for election this November. If you are interested in running for office, please stop in city hall and speak with the clerk. Comprehensive Plan Update The public hearing regarding the updates to the city's comprehensive plan was last week. There weren't very many people t...