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Senate backs resolution endorsing a review process for Utah State Developmental Center master plan after floor debate
Summary
SCR 5, which supports the master plan for development of Utah State Developmental Center land but emphasizes a multi-step consultation process, passed 26-0 after senators raised concerns about municipal jurisdiction and road alignments.
Senator Dayton introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 5 to express support for the master plan guiding potential development of land associated with the Utah State Developmental Center. Dayton said the resolution endorses a five-step review process culminating with the Legislature and is not intended to adopt any specific development alignment or road plan.
Senator Valentine raised concerns that some road alignments shown in the plan are within Highland City and would require municipal approval; he emphasized he would oppose adopting a master plan that effectively substituted for the city's authority. Dayton responded, "So voting yes on this does not say, I approve this development section," and clarified the resolution supports a consultation and review process rather than specific proposals.
After offline discussions and a short period of being circled for further consideration, Dayton moved the resolution and the Senate recorded 26 yay votes, 0 nays and 3 absent; SCR 5 passed and will be transmitted to the House.
