District 1 Council Member· 2024-2028
Steve Prokopis
Magna City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 15
- Total speaking time
- 1:08:53
- Avg per meeting
- 4:36
- Segments
- 1422
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District 1 Council Member Steve Prokopis on the recordAI-generated · 6 meetingsCouncil Member Steve Prokopis consistently prioritizes fiscal solvency and the strategic management of law enforcement and fire service funding, frequently questioning the budget distribution models for the Unified Police Department and SLVLESA. He maintains a strong focus on infrastructure and municipal autonomy, advocating for increased city investments in sidewalks and lighting while pushing for a more assertive stance against external entities like UDOT regarding traffic management projects. Throughout recent meetings, Prokopis has balanced his focus on cost-efficiency and transparency in municipal operations with a pragmatic approach to securing property and funding necessary for the city’s long-term growth.
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.
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
Residential Tree Maintenance and Code Enforcement Concerns
Potential future costs for sidewalk repairs and tree replacements.
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.
Emergency Preparedness
Requires modest budget allocations for equipment trailers and Starlink hardware.
Decisions during term (224)
Recorded while Prokopis 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
Resolution R2026-43: Appointing Council Member Megan Olsen to Mosquito Abatement Board
Voting record (31)
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