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Midway council accepts $1 million donation and passes resolution to preserve Gardner land as open space
Summary
Midway City honored local donor Kim Gardner and approved a resolution recognizing a $1 million conservation purchase; Gardner described plans for a broader legacy of conserved land and proposed a public trail separated from farm operations.
Midway City Council on a unanimous voice vote accepted and formally recognized a $1,000,000 open-space donation tied to a conservation easement on property owned by Kim (Kemp) Gardner. The resolution thanks Gardner and affirms the city will use the funds for open-space preservation.
Mayor (Speaker 1) presented the resolution and noted staff had used $1,000,000 of the city’s open-space bond funds to purchase a conservation easement on Gardner’s land. The council approved the resolution after a brief editing correction to clarify the intended use of donated funds.
Gardner addressed the council, describing a broader intent to preserve a contiguous swath of land adjacent to his property and saying he does “not intend to ever let home be built on that” larger area. He asked the city to enhance and manage a trail along Snake Creek, separated from active farming, to allow residents to enjoy the creek and views while keeping agricultural operations distinct from recreational access.
Utah Open Lands and council members praised Gardner for his contribution. The mayor noted a ceremonial check and public recognition were planned; council members said the donation and easement advance the city’s open-space goals.
The resolution passed with recorded 'Aye' votes from council members present. Staff said the city will record the conservation easement and follow up on implementation details including trail planning and any necessary amendments to the master plan.
