Mayor· 2026-2030
Kress Staheli
Washington City
About
Kress Staheli's platform focuses on balancing the preservation of Washington City's historical heritage with the management of future growth. As the first new mayor in over a decade, his priorities center on transitioning the city's leadership and maintaining community identity during a period of development.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentStaheli aims to promote and preserve the heritage of Washington City while leading the city into a new chapter.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 52
- Total speaking time
- 21:56:25
- Avg per meeting
- 25:19
- Segments
- 18514
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Voice summary
Mayor Kress Staheli on the recordAI-generated · 6 meetingsMayor Kress Staheli has consistently demonstrated a focus on civic engagement, infrastructure development, and community improvement through his leadership of council meetings and public hearings. He has actively guided discussions on key municipal projects, such as the Sienna Hills Plaza PUD-R extension and the oversight of eminent domain proceedings for water storage facilities, while advocating for pragmatic policy changes like warning-based enforcement for vehicle load regulations. Additionally, Staheli shows a strong commitment to local community spirit and growth, evidenced by his detailed recommendations for enhancing the Cotton Days festival and his ongoing involvement in balancing infrastructure expansion with water conservation standards.
Top issues during term (20)
Adams Family Farms General Plan Amendment
Will shape commercial and residential property values and tax generation across 140 acres in the Washington Fields area.
Zone Change for Sunrise Residential Treatment Facility
None to the city.
Utah Inland Port Authority Project Area
Utilizes tax increment financing for infrastructure.
Sunrise Academy Campus Expansion
The project is privately funded by the applicant.
Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Facility Plan Update
Impact fees on new residential construction may increase, affecting overall housing development costs.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Impact fees on new residential construction may increase, affecting overall housing development costs.
UAMPS Update & Regional EDAM Market Cost Pressures
Wholesale power costs are projected to increase by 5% to 15% under the new EDAM market structure.
Telegraph Street Safety Improvements
Project costs and funding allocations are being developed ahead of a planned 2027 construction start.
Historic Right-of-Way & Access Disputes
Potential legal costs for landowners and infrastructure costs for developers.
Storm Drain Infrastructure Projects WAD-01 & WAD-05
The project represents a capital expenditure of $1,460,365.55.
Height Waiver HW-26-02 for Long Valley Church
None directly on city funds.
Three Peaks to Purgatory Flat Transmission Line
Long-term infrastructure investment aimed at securing regional transmission capacity.
August 27 Countywide Power Outage Investigation
Substation failures and equipment damage cost local entities tens of thousands of dollars.
Hillside Development & Ridgeline Protection
Private investment in 9 high-end hillside lots with engineering controls.
Residential Infill Development & Open Space Redesignation at 1608 N 590 West
Property values and views for adjacent homeowners may be impacted by new construction.
Twin Rock Cove Commercial Building (Huey Magoo's & Fizz)
Private investment providing local dining options and economic activity.
Commercial Development Threshold Policy
Unknown, but potentially reduces staff time spent on routine reviews.
Red Cliffs Drive Commercial Redevelopment
Private commercial investment creating new retail and dining options.
Antigua Lane Zone Change Proposal (Z-26-14)
Townhome Zone Change at 965 S 100 East
Provides 69 new attainable housing units priced under $400,000 while requiring developer-funded roadway infrastructure.
Decisions during term (309)
Recorded while Staheli was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.