Moab Hosts Public Hearing on EV Initiative with Utah Clean Energy

The City of Moab Regular Planning Commission Meeting held on August 14, 2025, focused on a public hearing regarding the city's ongoing collaboration with Utah Clean Energy. The meeting began with a summary of the timeline and previous discussions that have taken place since March 2024. The planning commission has addressed this topic multiple times, including two workshops and reviews by the city attorney.

The purpose of the public hearing was to engage community members with expertise in real estate, construction, and electric vehicles (EVs) to gather input on the proposed ordinance text. The commission highlighted that the city council had previously adopted resolutions 13-2017 and 38-2019, which set the groundwork for the current discussions.

As the meeting progressed, the commission reiterated the importance of community involvement in shaping the ordinance, emphasizing the collaborative efforts made to align with the city council's goals. The public hearing served as a platform for stakeholders to voice their opinions and contribute to the development of policies that support sustainable energy initiatives in Moab.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the city's commitment to fostering community engagement and advancing clean energy solutions. The planning commission will continue to review feedback from the public hearing as they move forward with the ordinance. Further discussions and potential decisions will be scheduled in upcoming meetings.