During a recent government meeting, officials conducted a public hearing regarding a zone map amendment that will facilitate the creation of three new single-family residential parcels from an existing public facilities zone. This amendment is part of a major subdivision process that includes the extension of Ferndale Drive, located just east of the Gold Creek subdivision. The development aims to construct one home in the center and two additional homes on either side, intended for family members.

The planning commission has already approved the preliminary plat for the subdivision, and the final plat will be presented for further zoning legislation once completed. Discussions highlighted that essential public services, including water and sewer, are planned to be brought to the new sites, with the costs of these utilities being borne by the property owners rather than the city.

Commissioners expressed enthusiasm about the development, noting that new home construction within city limits is a rare occurrence. The public hearing concluded without any resident comments, and the meeting proceeded to address a record number of items on the consent agenda, which included various approvals ranging from natural gas agreements to transportation service contracts.

The consent agenda featured 16 items, all of which were approved without objection, indicating a smooth progression of municipal business. Among the approvals were agreements for natural gas supply, insurance renewals, and a land bank purchase, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance city services and infrastructure.