The Fairview Planning Commission held a meeting on June 2, 2026, to discuss new GIS tools and a proposed ordinance for sewer and water services outside city limits. The meeting was conducted by Chairman Jason Mardell in the council chambers.
During the meeting, Water and Sewer Superintendent Justin Jackson introduced a new GIS tool designed to assist with planning and zoning. The tool includes interactive zoning maps, utility services and boundaries, and business license tracking. Mr. Jackson requested that the Planning Commission appoint a liaison officer to manage the tool and train the rest of the commission.
A public hearing was held regarding Ordinance 2026-02, which seeks to formalize a policy where growth pays for itself regarding connections and extensions from the current sewer and water service area. During the hearing, residents discussed building density, well drilling, water quality, and septic systems. Some residents requested that the maximum pioneering agreement length be increased from five years to ten years.
The Planning Commission reached a consensus that individuals connecting to Fairview City water would also be required to connect to the sewer system. Following the discussion, the commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council pass Ordinance 2026-02 with several stipulations. These include the ten-year pioneering agreement length, requiring water modeling for any added pipes, and the requirement for sewer services for those taking city water.
The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn at 8:53 pm.
