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Nibley council adopts economic blueprint to guide town‑center planning
Summary
The Nibley City Council voted 5–0 to adopt an economic blueprint that adds a directive to engage local landowners and potential developers about a future town center at 2600 South and SR‑165 and sets up staff and a steering committee to track implementation.
The Nibley City Council on July 16 adopted an economic blueprint intended to guide future commercial development and help the city capture more point‑of‑sale tax revenue.
August, a consultant assisting the city, told the council the second‑reading changes were minor: the plan now explicitly directs staff to “engage with local landowners near the intersection of 2600 South and SR 165 and communicate with potential developers of the site to begin planning a future town center at that location.” August said the added language reflects discussion at the first reading and clarifies a role for outreach to developers.
Mayor Larry Jacobson and several council members said the blueprint’s purpose is to create a “third‑space” in Nibley — a nearby commercial center so residents do not have to drive to Logan for basic errands. Jacobson said the plan, paired with a future master‑road plan, could make it feasible for businesses to locate in the city and reduce pressure on property taxes.
Councilors discussed how the document should function after adoption. August said staff will convert goals and strategies into a living spreadsheet that identifies timelines, priorities and point persons and that the steering committee would meet regularly to keep the work on track.
The council called the roll and recorded five votes in favor with no opposition; the motion passed 5–0 and the blueprint was adopted. “Motion passes and the blueprint is adopted,” the mayor said after the vote.
Next steps include integrating the blueprint with the city’s master road plan and identifying staffing or contractor support to shepherd priority projects and developer engagement.
