Council Member· 2024-2027
Rich Wood
Eagle Mountain City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 61
- Total speaking time
- 19:59:14
- Avg per meeting
- 19:40
- Segments
- 23445
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Council Member Rich Wood on the recordAI-generated · 10 meetingsCouncil Member Rich Wood has consistently prioritized fiscal sustainability, high-quality development standards, and public safety throughout his tenure, often drawing on his professional expertise to influence land-use and zoning decisions. He has actively engaged in municipal operations by advocating for administrative efficiency, increased staffing for public safety, and rigorous planning processes for both industrial and residential projects. His record reflects a commitment to long-term financial health and aesthetic consistency, punctuated by notable votes to support specific developments like the DAI Self-Storage project and efforts to improve city infrastructure and service delivery.
Top issues during term (16)(Governance)
Mayor's Powers and Duties
Potential changes to mayoral compensation were discussed.
Redevelopment Agency Leadership
Decisions made by the board can affect city tax revenue and the allocation of funds for public improvements.
municipal elections
There is no direct financial impact from this certification process.
Board Appointment Timing
No direct financial impact, but aims to improve administrative efficiency.
Planning Commissioner Appointment Timing
Youth Council Governance
Minimal direct financial impact, focuses on civic engagement.
Senior Citizens Advisory Board
Formalizes an existing board, potentially leading to more structured budgeting for senior programs.
City Appointments
These are volunteer positions with no direct financial impact on the city budget.
Planning Commission Leadership
Strategic Planning and Goal Setting
This discussion sets the stage for the upcoming budget, which will determine future tax and fee structures.
Lobbying Services Agreement
The city will pay for lobbying services, the cost of which is not detailed here but is part of the approved budget.
Consolidation of Advisory Boards
Potential cost savings through reduced administrative overhead for multiple boards.
election candidates
Your vote could shape how city funds are spent, so knowing the candidates is key!
election results
Your tax dollars are at play, so knowing who's in charge matters for future city spending.
city council powers
It's unclear how this power shift might affect your wallet just yet, but changes in leadership could influence future city spending.
mayoral election
No immediate financial impacts are mentioned, but new leadership could mean shifts in city spending.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Wood personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-03
Adjourn to Closed Session
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-03
Councilmember Wood moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:10 AM.
- secondedpassed2026-02-03
Appointment of Chad Decoursey to Planning Commission
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-12-16
ORDINANCE - An Ordinance of Eagle Mountain City, Utah Approving the Pacific Springs Development Agreement. BACKGROUND: ( Presented by City Attorney, Marcus Draper) R5 Homes is seeking
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02025-12-16
Councilmember Burnham moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:16 PM.
- movedpassed2025-12-02
Table Resolution 13.A (Employee Credit Card Policy)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2025-12-02
Table Resolution 13.A (Employee Credit Card Policy)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-12-02
PROCLAMATION - Proclaiming Utah PTA Centennial Celebration Month
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2025-12-02
Councilmember Wood moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:42 PM.
- secondedpassed2025-12-02
PUBLIC HEARING / ORDINANCE — An Ordinance of Eagle Mountain, Utah, Amending the General Plan for Moderate Income Housing BACKGROUND: (Presented by Long Range Planner, Elizabeth Fewkes) This
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-12-02
ORDINANCE - An Ordinance of Eagle Mountain City, Utah, Enacting Chapter 3.45, "Recreation, Arts, and Park Tax", of the Eagle Mountain City Municipal Code BACKGROUND: (Presented by City Attorney, Marcus Draper) On November 4, 2025,
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-12-02
November 18, 2025 Minutes - Regular Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2025-11-18
Connectivity and Site Plan Standards Amendment
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-11-05
Councilmember Clark moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 PM.
- movedpassed2025-11-05
RESOLUTION / PUBLIC HEARING - A Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of Eagle Mountain City, Utah, Adopting the Official Project Area Plan for the Sweetwater #4 Community Reinvestment Area Project Area
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-11-05
Councilmember Wright moved to approve the Consent Agenda and to also include the "Conditions of Approval on Intersection Improvements", provided by Staff, for Item 12.A. for the Jo…
- movedpassed2025-11-05
Wastewater Master Plan and IFFP Approval
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-11-05
Landscaped area definition: Improved areas of the property that incorporate all the completed features of the landscape. Landscaped area does not include footprints of buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and other non-irrigated areas intentionally left undeveloped
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-11-05
Board Member Burnham moved to adopt a Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of Eagle Mountain City, Utah, Approving an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the Eagle Mountain …
- secondedpassed 5-02025-10-21
Councilmember Wright moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:24 PM.
Decisions during term (1)
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Voting record (1)(Governance)
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