Mayor· 2026-2030
Ryan M. Barker
North Ogden City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 53
- Total speaking time
- 7:55:02
- Avg per meeting
- 8:58
- Segments
- 8792
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Top issues during term (20)
Hillside Development and Safety
Costs for third-party geological peer reviews will be coordinated through city engineering oversight.
Solid Waste and Recycling Services Evaluation
Establishes ongoing operational costs for municipal solid waste processing.
2026 Summer Recreation and Facility Season Review
The pool brought in $132,000 more than it cost to operate this summer, while a potential winter enclosure would require regional cost-sharing.
The Highlands Hillside Rezone Proposal
Property tax revenue will increase with new residential development.
Land Use Policy, General Plan Updates, and Administrative Streamlining
Potential long-term costs for road and utility repairs that may not be covered by new development fees.
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Early Occupancy and Size Thresholds
None anticipated directly from code harmonization.
Altura Development Proposal
Substantial private investment paired with discussions on park impact fee credits and public infrastructure.
Zoning Change at 2742 N 400 E
Property tax revenue changes would be minimal compared to infrastructure wear.
Barker Park Funding and City-Owned Land Sale
Capital expenditure of up to $18.6 million with potential revenue offsets from property sales and impact fees.
Executive Compensation
Directly impacts city expenditures allocated for judicial officer compensation.
Mixed-Use Development at 1651 N. Washington Boulevard
Encourages private commercial investment and adds eight new residential ownership units.
Senior Center Maintenance and Programs
Potential city budget allocations for facility repairs.
Municipal Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
Expected to improve staff efficiency in administrative tasks.
Residential Code Enforcement and Property Maintenance
Potential citation fines if non-compliance continues.
Planning Commission Quarterly Training and Project Updates
Consolidated Fee Schedule Amendments
Adjusts municipal revenue derived from user fees and permits.
Altura Development Proposal
Substantial private investment paired with discussions on park impact fee credits and public infrastructure.
City Compensation and Merit Pay
The proposed increases would impact the city's annual personnel budget.
Northview Estates Subdivision Phase 11 Drainage and Water Control
Potential costs to homeowners if drainage is not handled correctly.
450 East Housing Development
Proceeds from the future sale or lease of 450 East properties must initially be applied to road project costs and coordinated with the Weber Area Council of Governments (WACOG).
Decisions during term (208)
Recorded while Barker was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Minutes
Resolution 09-2026, Amending the Consolidated Fee Schedule
Ordinance 2026-25, Zoning Text Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units
Ordinance 2026-22, Zoning Map Amendment - 1150 E. 3700 N.
Ordinance 2026-26, Zoning Text Amendment to Commercial Building Setbacks, Wall Heights and Buffer Requirements
City Prosecutor Service Agreement
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approval of September 1 and September 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Approval of Development Agreement Amendment for 1651 North Washington Boulevard
Postponement of Ordinance 2026-22 (The Highlands / Huntington Heights Rezone)
Adoption of Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
Consent Agenda
Approval of September 2, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Preliminary Plat Approval – Northview Estates Subdivision, Phase 11
Cooperstowne Development Agreement Amendment
North View Estates Development Agreement Amendment
Altura Master Development Agreement
Altura – Westside Investments LC Annexation Petition
Zoning Text Amendment 2026-06 – Commercial Setback and Buffer Amendments
Approval of Meeting Minutes – September 2, 2026
Voting record (25)
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Set Public Hearing for FY 2025-2026 Budget
Adoption of 2024 Weber County Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan
Amendment to Land Use Code (Light Manufacturing)
Ordinance 2025-18: Culinary Water Impact Fees
Ordinance 2025-15: FY 2024-25 Budget Amendments
Ordinance 2025-16: RDA Budget Amendments
Resolution 11-2025: Truth in Taxation Hearing
Concerned about the cumulative tax burden on residents.
Ordinance 2025-17: Fireworks Boundary Map
City Manager/Attorney Contract Renewal
Ordinance 2025-08: Annexation of 19.56 Acres
Adoption of Social Media Policy
Ordinance 2025-09: Animal and Fowl Code Amendments
Ordinance 2025-10: Maximum Animal Limits
Ordinance 2025-11: Parking Space Design
Agreement with Weber Communities That Care (CTC)
Motion to Enable Facebook Comments
Trusts staff's recommendation to keep comments off to protect employees.