District 2 Council Member· 2024-2027
Richard Hyer
Ogden City
About
Richard Hyer's platform centers on improving intergovernmental relations, specifically focusing on bridging the disconnect between Weber County and its constituent cities. His priorities emphasize fostering better communication and cooperation to ensure more effective regional governance.
Campaign promises (1)
- transparencyRichard Hyer aims to improve communication and collaboration between Weber County government and local cities.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 14
- Total speaking time
- 1:08:37
- Avg per meeting
- 4:54
- Segments
- 1014
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Top issues during term (20)
Senior Housing Project Participation and Incentive Agreement at 151 12th Street
$1 million loan from the RDA Housing Fund with a 3.5% interest rate and a 40-year term.
Municipal Code and Zoning Map Amendments
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Police Department Interaction with Federal Immigration Enforcement (ICE)
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Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Increases city appropriations and revenues by $3,684,000.
Mixed-Use Development at 768 W 24th Street
Brings new attainable housing and commercial opportunities to West Ogden.
Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and Data Privacy
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New Signage in Historic District
Private investment by property owners to upgrade downtown commercial storefronts.
Christmas Village Planning
Financial impacts involve seasonal event revenues, merchandise sales, and operational expenditures for the Christmas Village.
Historic Building Preservation
Restoration costs are estimated around $11 million, supported by federal grants, tax credits, and private investment.
Unified Development Code Adoption
The update influences long-term municipal development patterns and administrative review costs.
Public Art Projects
Funded through existing municipal arts allocations and grants.
Wildcat Square Student Housing Survey Area
The project anticipates $3.3 million in total tax capture over a 15-year period, with $2.8 million allocated as a developer incentive.
Waste Reduction and Recycling Efforts
Recycling program operations affect municipal waste management contract costs and diversion metrics.
Managed Parking Implementation
The system is intended to manage parking demand, though specific revenue trends are not yet available.
Commercial Exhaust Vent Placement on Pedestrian Walkways
None for the city.
Council Transition and Governance
The new council member will participate in setting the city's annual budget and tax policies.
Park Expansion at Grant Avenue and 4th Street
The cost of the park expansion project is not yet specified.
Community Events and Engagement
Details regarding the event budget were reviewed by staff.
Pineview Reservoir Pipeline Crossing Construction
This project impacts municipal water infrastructure funding and utility management.
Development on Sloped Terrain
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Decisions during term (251)
Recorded while Hyer was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 8, 2026 Minutes
Adoption of Resolution 2026-8 for Senior Housing at 151 12th Street
Adoption of Resolution 2026-9 for Wildcat Square CRA Public Hearing
Adjournment.
Approval of Agenda
Consent Agenda Approval
Conditional Use Permit Continuance for 130 W. 28th St.
Costly Riverbend Phasing Plan Approval
Costly Riverbend Final Group Dwelling Approval
Costly Riverbend Preliminary Subdivision Approval
Zone Change Approval for 3563 Lincoln Ave.
Recommendation of Approval for 768 W. 24th St. Project Amendments
Approval of Minutes
Consent Agenda - Citizens Advisory Committee Appointment
Resolution 2026-12: Ogden City Youth Council Bylaws Amendments
Adjournment.
Approval of August 27, 2026 Minutes
Certificate of Historic Appropriateness for New Sign at 144 25th St
Table Staff Ratification for Exhaust Grill at 144 25th St
Staff Ratification: Reroof Color Change at 159 W 2nd St
Voting record (46)
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Adoption of Resolution 2026-8 for Senior Housing at 151 12th Street
Resolution 2026-12: Ogden City Youth Council Bylaws Amendments
Proposed Rezone at 410 North Lockwood Drive (Ordinance 2026-18)
Approval of Resolution 2026-4: Land Transfer and Development Agreement for Forest Service Building
REMOVE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 253 4TH STREET FROM PROPOSED ORDINANCE 2026-17
ORDINANCE 2026-17 WAS ADOPTED
Motion to Amend Rezone Ordinance (Remove 253 4th St)
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-17 (Grant Avenue and 4th Street Rezone)
Appointment to At-Large Seat C
Voted for Jeremy Peterson as chair.
Adoption of Council Midterm Vacancy Procedures Resolution
Thorstensen Building Land Transfer and Development Agreement Amendment
Expressed concern over the lack of market-rate and ownership balance downtown.