The Snyderville Basin Planning Commission convened on May 14, 2024, to discuss several key issues, including the approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) for the expansion of Trailside Elementary School and the appointment of members to the General Plan Advisory Committee.

The meeting began with a discussion on the Trailside Elementary expansion. Commissioner Hawley proposed a motion to approve the CUP based on the findings and conditions outlined in the staff report. The motion received a second from Commissioner Hubler and was ultimately passed with a vote of 5 in favor and 2 abstentions, with one commissioner recusing themselves due to a conflict of interest.

Following the school expansion discussion, the commission addressed appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee. Commissioners Thomas and Hawley expressed interest in working on the Sunnyvale Basin plan, while Commissioner Ponomical volunteered for the East Side plan. The commission agreed to these appointments without further discussion.

The meeting also included a review of previous minutes, which were approved unanimously. Vice Chair Hubler provided updates on the Development Review Committee (DRC), noting improvements in the quality of drawing sets, which have facilitated the review process.

In a significant moment, Vice Chair Hubler announced his resignation from the commission due to a family move to Denver. He expressed gratitude for the collaborative spirit of the commission and the support from staff, emphasizing the importance of their work in the community.

The commission discussed the need for ongoing communication with engineering and public works departments to address community concerns, particularly regarding traffic and infrastructure issues related to the school expansion. This led to a proposal for a work session with engineering to explore solutions collaboratively.

Looking ahead, the commission's next meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2024, where they will address three conditional use permits and a land use determination discussion. The staff also provided updates on upcoming community engagement efforts related to the Cline Dolly property, emphasizing the importance of continued public involvement in planning processes.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the commission's commitment to addressing community needs while navigating the complexities of growth and development in the Snyderville Basin.