District 5 Council Member· 2024-2028
Audrey Pierce
Magna City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 12
- Total speaking time
- 1:29:38
- Avg per meeting
- 7:28
- Segments
- 1040
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District 5 Council Member Audrey Pierce on the recordAI-generated · 7 meetingsCouncil Member Audrey Pierce consistently emphasizes fiscal responsibility and long-term financial planning, frequently questioning the sustainability of new staffing hires and multi-year funding commitments. Her legislative focus prioritizes community safety and emergency preparedness, notably advocating for the integration of amateur radio and CERT teams into municipal disaster response. Additionally, Pierce is deeply involved in infrastructure and administrative oversight, engaging with technical fire mapping, waste management innovations, and mosquito abatement board operations, while also recently navigating personal challenges regarding local code enforcement and zoning compliance.
Top issues during term (20)
Mayorian Policy Violations and Potential Sanctions
Unknown at this stage of the proceedings.
Property Rezone and Subdivision
None directly on city funds.
Copper Park Improvements
Grant-funded master planning process with future capital improvement implications.
Land Use Regulatory Update
Staff time and potential legal training costs.
Municipal Regulatory Update
Code updates establish administrative guidelines and financial frameworks across city operations.
Emergency Management Quarterly Update and Succession Planning
None at this time.
UPD Narcan Distribution Pilot Program
Program is provided at no cost to the department or community members.
Magna Park Study Concepts and Design
Brings external grant funding into the community for park recreational improvements.
MagnaFact Food Program Oversight
Loss of community food distribution services affecting roughly 100 people daily.
New Municipal Administrative Staffing and Budget Allocation
$40,000 expenditure from the cemetery fund.
2810 South and 8000 West Road Realignment
Federal aid funding supports local transportation infrastructure improvements.
Council Vacancy
Null
General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Review
8000 West Drainage Improvements
The agreement is a prerequisite for the road widening project to proceed.
Regulatory Policy Update
The new standards are intended to protect public investments and reduce future maintenance costs.
DABS Proximity Variance for The GEM Pizzeria and Bearded Brothers Brewing
Null
road construction
The city is looking to potentially hire specialized lobbyists to help secure state funding for these multi-million dollar projects.
9/11 Magna Remembers Event
The city is evaluating funding options for a new memorial banner and potential repairs to a water feature.
Decisions during term (224)
Recorded while Pierce was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Approval
DABS Proximity Variance for Gem Pizzeria and Bearded Brothers Brewing
Ordinance 2026-O-24: Restating Titles 1 and 2
Ordinance 2026-O-25: Restating Title 3
Resolution R2026-44: Personnel Policy Update
Resolution R2026-45: Standard Operating Procedures
Resolution R2026-46: Planning Commission Appointment
Resolution R2026-47: UDOT Federal Aid Agreement
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes
September 22, 2026 City Council Meeting
Approval of September 10, 2026, Meeting Minutes
Approval of September 10, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes. (Motion/Voting)
Approval of July 9, 2026, Meeting Minutes
Recommendation of Approval for REZ2026-001658
Approval of July 9, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes. (Motion/Voting)
Approval of August 11, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes
Open Public Hearing for DABS Proximity Variance for The GEM Pizzeria
Close Public Hearing for DABS Proximity Variance
Voting record (44)
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Council Member Jensen moved to approve Resolution R2026-40, Appointing Ronnie Thompson as a Regular Member of the Planning Commission, Replacing Dan Cripps.
Resolution R2026-40: Planning Commission Appointment
Council Member Jensen moved to approve Ordinance 2026-O-14, Amending Section 19.50.020 of the City's Zoning Ordinance as detailed above.
Ordinance 2026-O-14: Landscaping Exemptions Amendment
that the review committee consist of himself, Council Member George, and the mayor, with Jay Springer designated as the bid-recipient and question-response contact.
to designate City Manager Kelly Bush as the purchasing agent for the feasibility study.
Council Member Jensen moved to approve Resolution R2026-17A, An Updated Resolution Appointing Ted Shaw to the Planning Commission.
Council Member Jensen moved to approve Resolution R2026-15A, An Updated Resolution Appointing Jeff White to the Planning Commission.
Council Member Jensen moved to approve Resolution R2026-16A, An Updated Resolution Appointing Jeff Larson to the Planning Commission.
Council Member Jensen moved to approve Resolution R2026-18A, An Updated Resolution Appointing Alternate Members to the Planning Commission.
Council Member Olsen moved to approve the following Resolutions, appointing members to the Magna Planning Commission: Resolution R2026-15, appointing Jeff White as a Regular Planning Commissioner Reso
Council Member George moved to approve authorization for the Mayor to sign the agreement proposed with MyHometown for a trial term of 12 months before reconsidering their partnership.
Approval of MyHometown Partnership Agreement
Expressed interest in discussing volunteer-related programs during the upcoming council retreat before committing.
Approval of Lincoln Hill Partners Contract
Motion to Enter Closed Session
Resolution R2026-09, Appointing Representative to Magna CTC Board
Resolution R2026-10, Authorizing Signature on Broadway Property Purchase Documents
Resolution R2026-11, Legal Services Agreement with Smith Hartvigsen
Resolution R2026-12, Adopting a Personnel Policy
Resolution R2026-13, Adopting the Amended Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Approval of Magna 4th of July Float by Modern Design
Approval of $13,600 Expenditure for RRFB Sign Installation at Cordero Drive and Cloud Peak
Council Member Olsen moved to appoint Mayor Sudbury as the alternate representative on the MSD Board to attend and vote in Council Member Jensen’s absence.
Council Member Olsen moved to add the additional $219,000 to the City's Administrative Budget for the new employees discussed above.
Appointment of MSD Alternate Representative
Budget Amendment for New City Staff Positions
Resolution R2026-01: Appointing Representative to Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District Board
Resolution R2026-02: Amending Procurement Policy Thresholds
Purchase of Real Property at 3151 Broadway Street
Table Proposal by AJC Architects for Construction Management Supervisor
to adjourn the October 28, 2025 Magna City Council Meeting.
Recess to Closed Session
Adjourn Closed Session
Adjourn Meeting
Appointment of MSD Board Alternate
Skip Resolution R2025-07 (CRA Property Acceptance)
Council Member Hull moved to amend the agenda to include a presentation from Heber Slabbert on behalf of AJC Architects regarding the Webster Center Renovation Project.
Council Member Hull moved to approve the full funding request, noting the importance of public safety.
Council Member Sudbury moved to approve Ordinance 2025-O-09, Adopting the FY2026 Fee Schedule as published.
Agenda Amendment for Webster Center Renovation Presentation
Expressed concern that amending the agenda for the Webster Center could inadvertently restrict public participation or transparency.