The Orem City Council is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, for a work session and regular session to address several municipal items, including a presentation on the Center Street update and a discussion regarding a bond parameter resolution.
Work Session Agenda
The meeting will begin with a 3:00 P.M. work session held in the City Council Chambers. During this session, Bob Allen, a representative from the Mountainland Association of Government, is scheduled to deliver a 20-minute presentation followed by a 10-minute question and answer period.
Following the MAG presentation, City Recorder Teresa McKitrick will present updates regarding the 2026 and 2027 City Council schedules. City Engineer Taggart Bowen is also scheduled to provide a 10-minute presentation and 10-minute Q&A session regarding the Center Street update.
Closed Session and Discussions
The work session will also include a 45-minute discussion on a bond parameter resolution. Presenters for this item include Public Works Executive Director Chris Tschirki, Chief Financial Officer Brandon Nelson, and LRB representative Nate Robertson.
Following the work session, the council will adjourn to a closed session in the Emerald Conference Room for 20 minutes. This closed session is intended to discuss matters including pending or reasonably imminent litigation, the professional competence or character of an individual, or the purchase or lease of real property.
Regular Session Details
A regular session will commence at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. The agenda for the regular session includes reports from the Recreation Advisory Commission, a presentation on the Top Work Place Award by Deputy City Manager Keri Rugg and HR Director Amy Peterson, and a preview of holiday celebrations from Events Manager Kenice Whitaker and Events Coordinator Sydney Wong.
Appointments and Financials
The council will also consider several consent items, including the approval of meeting minutes from Oct. 13, 2026, and the adoption of the proposed 2027 City Council schedule along with an updated 2026 schedule.
Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider appointments to the Planning Commission, the Library Advisory Commission—specifically for Evan Thacker—and the Natural Resources Advisory Commission, presented by Joseph Gregory and Natalee Cervantes. The meeting will conclude with a review of the September 2026 monthly financial statement.
Public Participation
The Orem City Council invites the public to participate in all meetings. Residents wishing to request a special accommodation to participate in the City Council meetings may call the City Recorder's Office at 801-229-7298 at least three working days prior to the meeting.
Meeting Logistics
The meeting is being held at 56 N. State Street in the Orem City Council Chambers. The city has noted that while the meeting is public, presenters and individuals specifically invited by the Mayor or City Council are requested to speak during the work session to ensure efficient business conduct, while other comments should be reserved for the Public Appearances portion of the regular meeting.
Key points:
• The Orem City Council will hold a work session at 3:00 P.M. and a regular session at 6:00 P.M. on Nov. 10, 2026.
• Agenda items include a Center Street update and a discussion on a bond parameter resolution.
• The council will consider appointments for the Planning Commission, Library Advisory Commission, and Natural Resources Advisory Commission.
• A closed session will be held to discuss litigation and real property matters.
