[{"_1":2,"_125":-5,"_126":-5},"loaderData",{"_3":4,"_26":27},"root",{"_5":6,"_17":10,"_18":19,"_20":21,"_22":10,"_23":-5,"_24":-5,"_25":10},"user",{"_7":8,"_9":10,"_11":10,"_12":-5,"_13":-5,"_14":15,"_16":-5},"roles",[],"isAuthenticated",false,"isPremium","planName","subscriptionStatus","featureFlags",{},"insightsBudget","isDevelopmentHost","userPreferences",{},"recaptchaSiteKey","6LcvOJcUAAAAAHsB-gPGfGktcRlKpH7OTIU_dMTD","isImpersonating","impersonation","affiliateStatus","isFreedomPortal","routes/v2/article/layout",{"_28":29,"_30":31},"notFound",true,"relatedArticles",[32,75,85,95,105,115],{"_33":34,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":40,"_41":42,"_43":44,"_45":46,"_47":48,"_49":50,"_51":52,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":59,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":65,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},"mediaId",6460879,"mediaKeyId","5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2","parentId",5826723,"title","North Logan candidates make growth, housing and water top priorities","audioSeconds",360,"startMs",116000,"endMs",476000,"viewUrl","/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=116&end=476","thumbnailUrl","https://d352y6ypj4mjo3.cloudfront.net/AudioPlaceholder.png","articleUrl","/articles/6460879/Utah/North-Logan-candidates-make-growth-housing-and-water-top-priorities","mediaUrl","author","North Logan Administrative","date","2025-09-24T17:00:00Z","article","At a meet-the-candidates event in North Logan, mayoral and city council candidates said growth, housing affordability and water supply topped their concerns and framed many proposed steps for the next council term.

Candidates stressed the role of the city's new general plan and city-center master plan in guiding development. Mayor Lindsay Peterson said the city is looking at a 20-year buildout and urged that ordinances and design standards reflect the community vision developed in that planning process. \"We're looking at within the next 20 years the available lands we have being built out,\" Peterson said.

Why it matters: Candidates said unchecked or unplanned growth could strain utilities, public safety and the character of neighborhoods, while proactive zoning and infrastructure investment could preserve open space and increase attainable housing.

Tim McCabe said growth and related utility capacity are key: \"One of the primary issues facing North Logan in the future is growth regarding to housing as well as utilities and services that the city is able to provide for current and future residents.\" Kirk Larson urged a mix of housing types to keep the city attainable, saying the valley faces substantial housing demand — he referenced an estimate of about \"3,300 new units\" needed in Cache Valley. Larry Hepworth called water the central issue: \"Water's the lifeblood of any community. You can't attract business without water.\"

Several candidates said they support implementing the general plan through updated ordinances and design standards. Emily Schmidt noted steps the city has taken to adopt accessory-dwelling-unit rules and water measures, and she recommended continued engagement with the Utah Legislature and the Utah League of Cities and Towns to protect local priorities. Peterson added that state mandates on housing require ongoing scrutiny and local advocacy: \"One size fits none in our legislature,\" she said, arguing North Logan should press for rules that reflect local conditions.

Candidates discussed tools for balancing growth with services: revising zoning to create stratified lot sizes and housing types; using master-plan design standards to protect open space; conducting water audits and capital projects for reservoirs and wells; and, where necessary, pursuing bonds or grants for infrastructure. Several candidates emphasized fiscal responsibility and phased investments so growth does not outpace services.

No formal actions or votes were taken at the forum. Candidates repeatedly urged residents to review the general plan and participate in upcoming ordinance and planning commission hearings so implementation reflects community priorities.

Looking ahead: Candidates said the city should use the general plan as a blueprint, pair it with clearer ordinance language, and track water and public-safety capacity as the city grows.","mediaType","Audio","parentTitle","Meet The Candidates Night - Meet The Candidates 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At a North Logan candidate forum, mayoral and council candidates said managing long-term growth, ensuring housing options and securing water supplies should guide zoning and infrastructure decisions.","taxTitle","North Logan, Cache County, Utah","taxId",80068,"location","Utah","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":50,"_51":82,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":83,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":84,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6460864,"Candidates back public process on renaming North Logan amid identity and revenue concerns",206,3249000,3455000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=3249&end=3455","/articles/6460864/Utah/Candidates-back-public-process-on-renaming-North-Logan-amid-identity-and-revenue-concerns","Multiple candidates at the forum said they support at least studying whether North Logan should change its name — several mentioned \"Greenville\" as an example — and said the city should ask residents before moving forward.

Why it matters: Candidates argued that confusion with the neighboring city of Logan reduces North Logan's ability to attract businesses and may lead to lost revenue; they also acknowledged costs and the need for broad public input.

Larry Hepworth said he supports renaming the city and argued a distinct name would create a clearer identity: \"Yes. ... Greenville will give us an identity, not North Logan,\" Hepworth said, adding that online searches can return either Logan or North Logan for the same ZIP code. Mayor Lindsay Peterson said she would support a name change if voters decide: \"I support the change of name... I know that the associated costs can be very scary. But it seems like the loss of revenue is likely going to offset that.\" Emily Schmidt said she also supports putting the question to residents and called for a public process to solicit names and input.

Candidates said the city should estimate the financial costs of a name change and weigh them against alleged revenue loss. No formal proposal or timetable was advanced at the forum; candidates repeatedly said the decision should be driven by community feedback and a clear cost-benefit analysis.","Several candidates said they support exploring a name change for North Logan — possibly to Greenville — citing identity, branding and lost revenue, but they urged public input and cost analysis.",{"_33":86,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":87,"_41":88,"_43":89,"_45":90,"_47":91,"_49":50,"_51":92,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":93,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":94,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6460869,"Candidates call for education, signage and targeted enforcement to tackle e-bike crashes",397,2248000,2645000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=2248&end=2645","/articles/6460869/Utah/Candidates-call-for-education-signage-and-targeted-enforcement-to-tackle-e-bike-crashes","Candidates at a North Logan forum proposed a mix of education, targeted enforcement and clearer signage to address ebike and e-motorcycle crashes and confusion about vehicle classifications.

Why it matters: E-bike and e-motorcycle use is rising; candidates said local riders — particularly youth — and pedestrians are at risk when users and drivers do not understand rules or vehicle classifications.

Tim McCabe emphasized education before enforcement, suggesting school outreach, library postings and a bike rodeo with demonstrations by police riders to teach safe operation: \"Just focusing on education before enforcement to make sure that everybody knows the rules and that it's really about keeping the community safe, not just enforcing rules,\" he said. Emily Schmidt said she was not familiar with all vehicle-class distinctions until recent review and urged multi-channel public education including emails, events and school engagement. Kirk Larson and other candidates recommended signage near the high school and along sidewalks heavily used by students. Several candidates suggested workshops, consistent valleywide rules, and police outreach that issues warnings and information to riders rather than immediate citations.

Lindsay Peterson said the council plans to conduct a survey to both educate and gather input, and she said the council supports banning e-bikes and similar devices from certain pedestrian paths: \"We all support a ban on our removed paths,\" Peterson said.

No regulatory changes were enacted during the forum. Candidates said next steps should include coordinated education campaigns, targeted signage at high-use corridors and valley-level collaboration to create uniform rules and enforcement practices.","At a public forum, candidates proposed education campaigns, school outreach, signage and coordinated enforcement to reduce e-bike and e-motorcycle injuries.",{"_33":96,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":97,"_41":98,"_43":99,"_45":100,"_47":101,"_49":50,"_51":102,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":103,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":104,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6460874,"Candidates back recreation center in principle but flag cost and regional options",347,699000,1046000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=699&end=1046","/articles/6460874/Utah/Candidates-back-recreation-center-in-principle-but-flag-cost-and-regional-options","County officials are paying for a study on a possible recreation center in North Logan; candidates at a forum said they broadly support increased recreation opportunities but differ on funding, scope and whether the project should be a valleywide effort.

Why it matters: A recreation center would add year-round programming and cooling/warming spaces but could require new taxes or partnerships and long-term operating funds.

Emily Schmidt cited a 2022 resident survey that she said asked whether residents wanted a recreation center and, if so, how much they would be willing to pay in taxes. \"We had upwards of $50 a year to raise the taxes,\" Schmidt said, adding she favors pursuing the project as financially responsibly as possible. Several candidates said a ballot measure with concrete site and cost details would allow voters to decide.

Larry Hepworth and Kirk Larson warned about the high operating costs for facilities with pools and urged close study. Larson raised the question of competition with private operators, saying: \"We have the sports academy, which is a private business, and I question whether we should be in competition with a private business.\" Multiple candidates, including Lindsay Peterson, advocated a valleywide or county partnership, arguing recreation facilities draw users from across jurisdictions and that a joint approach could reduce duplication.

No funding decisions were made at the forum. Candidates suggested next steps: use the county study to outline costs; hold public workshops; consider intercity or county partnerships; and, if a viable plan emerges, place a specific proposal on the ballot so voters can approve tax or bond measures with full cost disclosures.

The candidates agreed that if the city proceeds it must plan for both construction and ongoing operating costs.","Forum participants said residents support a recreation center but candidates urged careful cost analysis, possible countywide partnerships and voter approval when specifics are known.",{"_33":106,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":107,"_41":108,"_43":109,"_45":110,"_47":111,"_49":50,"_51":112,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":113,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":114,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6460856,"Candidates propose knock-and-walk, improved website and office hours to boost transparency",300,1530000,1830000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=1530&end=1830","/articles/6460856/Utah/Candidates-propose-knock-and-walk-improved-website-and-office-hours-to-boost-transparency","At the North Logan candidate forum, candidates described specific measures they would use to improve communication and transparency between the city and residents, including neighborhood outreach, improved online tools and direct office hours.

Why it matters: Clear, timely communication affects public trust and the effectiveness of planning and service delivery as the city grows.

Emily Schmidt highlighted improvements to the city's website and pledged timely email responses: \"I'm making sure that you can email me at Emily@NorthLogancity.gov, and I will respond. I may not always have the answer, and I will tell you that, but I will respond.\" Larry Hepworth and other candidates urged more neighborhood-level outreach; Hepworth described a \"knock-and-walk\" approach to notify residents directly about projects and service interruptions. Mayor Lindsay Peterson described pre- and post-council rundowns, expanded text and email alerts and resident surveys to collect feedback.

Candidates recommended practical steps: a monthly newsletter; neighborhood listening sessions or office hours where residents can speak directly with council members; clearer short surveys focused on a few questions; improved promotion that planning and council meetings are streamed on YouTube; and targeted door-knocking for small-scale projects to surface local concerns before construction begins.

No changes to communication policy were enacted at the forum. Candidates encouraged the city to expand outreach efforts and to reduce barriers that make contacting city staff or council members daunting for residents.","Candidates emphasized neighborhood outreach, clearer pre/post meeting rundowns, an easier website and in-person office hours to increase resident engagement and trust.",{"_33":116,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":117,"_41":118,"_43":119,"_45":120,"_47":121,"_49":50,"_51":122,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":123,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":124,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6460860,"Candidates praise CERT and first responders but seek clearer emergency alerts",74,5776000,5850000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5826723-82ad93fae2f1ac5e18097f1f79947ff2&start=5776&end=5850","/articles/6460860/Utah/Candidates-praise-CERT-and-first-responders-but-seek-clearer-emergency-alerts","Candidates at a North Logan forum said the city has strong community emergency response capabilities but flagged shortcomings in alert delivery during a recent wildfire event.

Why it matters: Effective emergency alerts and community preparedness can reduce risk and speed protective actions during fires, floods or other disasters.

Mayor Lindsay Peterson praised the city's Community Emergency Response Team and partnerships with local organizations: \"I'm incredibly proud of our CERT team,\" she said, noting the city built its offices with CERT response in mind and coordinates with community resources.

At the same time, multiple candidates and residents said they or neighbors did not receive timely official alerts during a recent Green Canyon fire. Candidates recommended the city re-emphasize updating contact information for emergency notifications, improve system testing and review redundancy so messages reach cell phones, landlines and door-to-door contacts when needed. One candidate also described a successful neighborhood-level approach in which neighbors exchanged information and used door signs to notify each other during an event.

No policy decisions were made at the forum. Candidates encouraged continued investment in CERT training, more robust outreach about how residents receive alerts, and follow-up work to ensure the city's emergency notification system reaches all households.","Forum speakers praised North Logan's CERT program and first responders but said emergency communications during a recent Green Canyon fire revealed gaps that the city and residents should address.","actionData","errors"]

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North Logan candidates make growth, housing and water top priorities

Candidates back public process on renaming North Logan amid identity and revenue concerns

Candidates call for education, signage and targeted enforcement to tackle e-bike crashes

Candidates back recreation center in principle but flag cost and regional options

Candidates propose knock-and-walk, improved website and office hours to boost transparency

Candidates praise CERT and first responders but seek clearer emergency alerts