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Thanked the Commission for revisiting zoning changes and listening to public input.

Criticized the city for not responding to his previous concerns regarding police misconduct and urged citizens to speak out at the next council meeting.

Requested that the city council pass a formal resolution prohibiting federal immigration agents from using city or county property for enforcement activities.

Criticized ICE enforcement activities and urged the city to adopt an ordinance barring federal agents from using public buildings.

Asked city leaders and police to cooperate with ICE only when agents present a judicial warrant signed by a judge.

Expressed concern regarding Officer Bronson Kitchen continuing to serve as the school resource officer at American Fork Junior High School following recent disciplinary actions.

Explanations and clarification on code rewrite goals, setback standards, and zoning chart consistency.

Commented during the work session on zoning and planning alignment.

Provided input during the work session proceedings.

Offered observations during the code and general plan discussion.

Represented local family businesses and stated they will closely monitor proposed zoning changes and standards updates that affect their operations.

Urged preservation of low-density neighborhoods like R1-9000 and sheep fields, supporting high-density only near transit.

Emphasized preserving animal rights and RA-1 designations established during past annexations.

Warned that industrial height limits would render 32-36 foot projects unfeasible and drive businesses out of the city.

Raised traffic safety concerns regarding the proposed widening of 200 South near Greenwood Elementary School.

Requested clearer regulations permitting accessory dwelling units on half-acre properties.

Expressed concern about shoreline protection zoning boundaries and lack of definitions for planned residential zones.

Suggested flexible setback rules and reasonable livestock regulations like chicken coops.

Supported taller industrial buildings and opposed restrictive height limits.

Highlighted the importance of ADUs for caregiving and independent housing for disabled family members.

Emphasized pedestrian safety, emergency service involvement in planning, and appreciated city transparency.

Criticized lack of notice to property owners and questioned rezoning a Spring Creek TOD property to RA-5.

Expressed concern about traffic and safety impacts from a proposed three-story building near schools on 3rd North.

Opposed R1-7500 zoning for his duplex-dominated cul-de-sac near American Fork High School.

Expressed support for a live-work pilot program on East Quality Drive to provide small-scale retail near townhomes.

Objected to rezoning RA-1 property near the cemetery to Public Facility (PF), citing loss of use and animal rights.

Suggested adding centerlines and reflective markings to 200 South to improve early-morning safety.

Urged evaluation of southern city traffic congestion and prioritization of resident safety over developer interests.

Expressed concern about the loss of wetlands and natural habitats for wildlife like monarch butterflies in southern American Fork.

Urged consideration of existing residents' quality of life when rezoning RA properties to higher density.

Expressed concern over 20 acres of his 26-acre property being designated as shoreline protection.

Opposed rezoning 23 acres of farm and ranch land north of the cemetery to Public Facilities.

Criticized the city for failing to protect green space and urged officials to visit properties before rezoning.

Expressed concern over city road planning outside city limits and traffic impacts from high density.

Highlighted traffic safety on 330 South and noted that zoning changes incentivize sales and raise taxes.

Urged road maintenance and congestion review on streets like 300 West prior to rezoning.

Questioned high-density impacts, developer tax breaks, and requested better public access to city budgets and audits.

Warned that high-density housing generates excess traffic and strains city culture.

Expressed concern that rapid growth is shifting American Fork from a small-town feel to a transient urban area.

Urged completion of essential infrastructure and emergency access routes before approving high-density zoning.

Urged preservation of historic 1860s-1900s homes against high-density redevelopment.

Urged careful consideration of state legislative demands on cities.

Complained about poor street maintenance and inadequate street sweeping on smaller neighborhood roads.

Requested storm drain fee relief, street maintenance, and animal rights protections for livestock owners.

Emphasized the importance of citizen attendance at meetings to align zoning with community preferences.

Expressed concern about zoning regulations targeting sexually oriented businesses, suggesting direct bans are preferable.

Opposed proposed rezoning from R1-9000 to R1-7500 near American Fork High School due to density, traffic, and safety concerns.

Advocated for retaining Inner Block Cottage Development code to allow infill development on difficult parcels.

Opposed rezoning commercial properties on 100 North to R-4 residential, stating buildings cannot support residential use.

Opposed the 36-foot industrial building height limit as restrictive for storage and job creation.

Raised concerns about RA-1 zoning reductions and cemetery planning changes.

Explained that modern industrial standards require 40-foot clear heights, making the proposed 36-foot limit uncompetitive.

Requested protection for agricultural property used for educational programs like the local FFA.

Expressed concern about side yard and corner lot setback changes impacting home additions.

Opposed rezoning her 300 North property to professional office and raised traffic concerns regarding hospital roads.

Suggested improved alternative transportation options like biking facilities, pathways, and e-bike accommodations.

Suggested benchmarking American Fork's municipal operations and efficiency against neighboring cities.

Opposed a proposed connector road between First East and Second East, citing safety hazards and property harassment.

Argued that $3 million for a single-block connector road is excessive compared to fixing existing bad roads.

Urged leadership to prioritize community voice over developer interests and property rights restrictions.

Expressed concern over rapid growth reducing open space and encouraged protecting personal freedoms like keeping chickens.

Expressed support for giving landowners more flexibility and options regarding property subdivision.

Thanked the city for moving forward with a community cat pilot program.