Council Member· 2026-2030
Karece Thompson
Clearfield City
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Top issues during term (20)
Antelope Drive Mixed-Use Development
Private commercial investment with associated municipal sales and property tax revenues.
Priority-based Budgeting
The amendments will change how city funds are allocated for the remainder of the 2026 fiscal year.
Davis County Supportive Housing Zoning Amendment
Financial impacts will depend on county funding and operational structures for the supportive services provided on site.
R.C. Park Design Review and Park Watch Program
Routine park monitoring helps catch maintenance issues early, preventing costly emergency repairs.
Community Event Planning
Events are funded through the existing parks and recreation operational budget.
Mixed-Use Development at 1000 E Antelope Dr
The project would likely increase the city's tax base through new commercial and residential property values.
Proposed Updates to Council Rules of Order and Planning Commission Bylaws
None anticipated.
Barlow Park Security Upgrades
No local matching funds required; grant covers up to $9,551 in project costs.
Fiber Internet Expansion
The city is relying on grants and external funding to manage these projects due to budget constraints.
Economic Strategy and High-Tech Industry Readiness
Long-term commercial tax base enhancement and higher wage job creation.
Code Compliance and Property Maintenance
Code enforcement utilizes a dedicated abatement budget of $10,000.
Regulations for Large-Load Power and Water Users
Regulatory ordinances could impact future city revenues, though exact fiscal impacts depend on future private development decisions.
United Against Hate Week Proclamation
None.
Clearfield Civic & Town Center Planning
Future decisions on the town center will likely involve significant capital improvement spending.
CDBG Federal Funding Allocation
The city will receive $223,579 in federal funds with no local matching requirement.
Home Occupation Dog Grooming Permit
Minimal financial impact on the city, limited to business licensing and administrative review.
Regional Transportation and Interchange Planning
Project funding relies heavily on federal grants and state transportation allocations.
Fiscal Year 2027 CDRA Budget
Involves the distribution and allocation of approximately $1 million in remaining unexpended tax increment funds.
Water Resource Management
If you don't conserve, the city might have to implement emergency surcharges or spend more on costly, rapid repairs.
Clearfield High School Parking Agreement
None; administrative costs are offset by parking permit fees collected and enforced by the school.
Decisions during term (53)
Recorded while Thompson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 22, 2022 Policy Session Minutes
Approval of Ordinance 2026-14 Amending Title 3, Chapter 2 (Planning Commission)
Approval of Proclamation Declaring United Against Hate Week
Approval of Minutes
Ordinance 2026-13 - Temporary Land Use Regulation for Data Centers
Resolution 2026R-23 - Franchise Agreement with Forged Fiber 37, LLC
Approval of June 17, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Adjournment
June 17, 2026
Approval of Resolution 2026R-20 (Property Tax Rate)
Approval of Ordinance 2026-11 (FY 2027 Budget)
Approval of Ordinance 2026-12 (Zoning Text Amendment)
Approval of Minutes
Adjourn the City Council Meeting
Approval of Minutes
Fisher Park Parking License Agreement for Clearfield High School
Approval of Minutes
Ordinance 2026-10: Fee Schedule Amendments
Resolution 2026-R-17: FY2026 Budget Amendments
Resolution 2026-R-18: Property Tax Impact Schedule
Voting record (71)
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Approval of Ordinance 2026-14 Amending Title 3, Chapter 2 (Planning Commission)
Councilmember Ratchford moved to adjourn at 8:21 p.m.
Councilmember Peterson moved to adjourn from the work-session portion of the meeting and transition to the policy meeting at 7:02 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Wurth.
Approval of Resolution 2026R-20 (Property Tax Rate)
Approval of Ordinance 2026-11 (FY 2027 Budget)
Approval of Ordinance 2026-12 (Zoning Text Amendment)
He expressed a desire for more pure commercial opportunities rather than mixed-use residential.
approve Ordinance 2026-12 amending the Downtown Form Based Code to remove Multi-Family Residential as a permitted building type on secondary streets within the Urban Core Commerce (UC) zone and author
approve Resolution 2026R-21 approving amendments to the City Council Rules of Order and Procedures and authorize the mayor’s signature to any necessary documents
Councilmember Wurth moved to approve Resolution 2026R-22 approving amendments to the Planning Commission Bylaws and authorize the mayor's signature to any necessary documents
Councilmember Ratchford moved to close the public hearing at 7:17 p.m.
Councilmember Ratchford moved to close the public hearing at 7:06 p.m.
Councilmember Thompson moved to approve the minutes for the July 14, 2026 work meeting, and the July 28, 2026 policy meeting with corrections as discussed
approve Resolution 2026R-20 setting the City’s 2026 property tax rate at 0.001253 and authorize the mayor’s signature to any necessary documents
approve Ordinance 2026-11 adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Final Budget and authorize the mayor’s signature to any necessary documents
Councilmember Thompson moved to adjourn at 8:05 p.m.
Ordinance 2026-12 Downtown Form Based Code Amendment
Expressed concern about allowing mixed-use development on secondary streets because mixed-use buildings contain a significant residential component, preferring opportunities exclusively for commercial development.
Adjourn the City Council Meeting
Councilmember King moved to adjourn at 7:18 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Peterson.
Councilmember Wurth moved to approve the minutes for the June 16, 2026 special meeting, and the June 23, 2026 work and policy meetings, seconded by Councilmember Ratchford.
Councilmember Wurth moved to approve the Facilities Parking Lot Administration License Agreement with Davis School District for Clearfield High School and authorize the mayor's signature to any necess
Councilmember Wurth moved to adjourn at 7:55 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Peterson.
Ordinance 2026-10: Fee Schedule Amendments
The member requested more data points to justify the fee structure.
Resolution 2026-R-17: FY2026 Budget Amendments
Resolution 2026-R-18: Property Tax Impact Schedule
Resolution 2026-R-13: FY2027 Interim Budget
Resolution 2026-R-10: Connext Network Franchise Agreement
Resolution 2026-R-19: Edward Byrne Memorial Grant
Councilmember Wurth moved to approve Resolution 2026R-10 authorizing the execution by the mayor or a Franchise Agreement between Clearfield City and Connext Network, LLC, and authorize the mayor's sig
Ordinance 2026-10: Green Waste and Street Cut Fees
Voted against due to a desire for additional supporting data and comparison points.