Jeanette Smyth is listed as a Councilmember in the South Ogden City Directory, as of an undated document. Her contact information includes the email address jsmyth@southogdencity.gov and the phone number (801) 479-5763.
During a meeting of the South Ogden City Council held on July 7, 2026, Smyth was present and participated in several official actions. Smyth moved to begin the meeting following the call to order by Mayor Porter. She also provided a second to a motion made by Council Member Howe to approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026, Council meeting. Additionally, Smyth voted in favor of Resolution 26-19, which was an agreement with Siddons-Martin for the purchase of an ambulance. This resolution was adopted following a vote that included Smyth, Mayor Porter, Council Members Howard, Stephens, and Howe.
Smyth was also a participant in the City Council meeting held on August 4, 2026. During that session, she moved to enter into a public hearing regarding a proposed increase to the South Ogden City portion of property taxes. The meeting, which was held in the council room, included discussions led by Finance Director Peter Anjewierden regarding the proposed tax impact schedule and the Weber County Notice of Proposed Tax Increases. On August 4, 2026, the council also voted to continue the meeting's proceedings after Smyth and Council Member Howe moved and seconded a motion, respectively.
In a separate capacity, Smyth was recorded as being excused from a meeting of the South Ogden City Community Development and Renewal Agency (CDRA) Board on June 17, 2025. That meeting involved the consideration of CDRA Resolution 25-01, which was the adoption of the FY2026 CDRA budget. While Smyth was not present for that specific board meeting, the council and board members present discussed the budget for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
As a member of the South Ogden City Council, Smyth works alongside Mayor Russell Porter and Council Members Mike Howard, Doug Stephens, Jeremy Howe, and Clayton Peterson. The council governs the municipality, which had a population of 17,488 as of April 1, 2020. The council members' work involves various municipal functions, including the review of city budgets and the adoption of resolutions that affect city services and infrastructure.
What this means for South Ogden
For the residents of South Ogden, Smyth's participation in council and board meetings ensures representation during critical votes. Her involvement in sessions such as the July 7, 2026, meeting regarding emergency equipment and the August 4, 2026, meeting regarding tax schedules directly impacts local governance and municipal budgeting decisions.
