South Ogden council adopts procedures to fill a mid-term council vacancy and elects a mayor pro tem
October 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. · South Ogden council room
At its Oct. 6 meeting the South Ogden City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 26-28, setting procedures for filling a mid-term council vacancy (with Zoom interviews allowed if the mayor approves in advance), and Ordinance 26-08, which changes the city code on vacancies to match state law. Council Member Jeremy Howe was elected mayor pro tem. In a work session, members reviewed 2025 resident survey questions and discussed ballot procedures, candidate expectations and tie-breaking for vacancies. Council Member Doug Stephens attended the work session and was excused from the council meeting. These are approved minutes.
From the approved minutes. Updated November 3, 2026.
In brief
3 items came up for a decision or discussion: 3 approved.
This write-up links 2 source documents.
4 members were present and 1 absent (Council Member Doug Stephens (excused from the council meeting; present at the work session)).
The previous City Council meeting was on October 6, 2026: Selected council decisions: October 6, 2026
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Resolution 26-28: council mid-term vacancy procedure | Approved · 3-0 |
| Ordinance 26-08: amend city code on council vacancies | Approved · 3-0 |
| Mayor pro tem | Approved · 3-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Item V-A · Other
Resolution 26-28: council mid-term vacancy procedure
Approved · 3-0
City Attorney Amy Hugie described the procedure and the option of letting candidates interview in person only or by Zoom. The resolution was amended to correct a name and to allow Zoom interviews when the mayor approves the circumstances in advance. In the earlier work session the council discussed ballot procedures, candidate expectations and how to break ties.
Item V-B · City code
Ordinance 26-08: amend city code on council vacancies
Approved · 3-0
Hugie said the ordinance changes the city's council vacancy procedures to match Utah state code. She noted a packet attachment mislabeled the ordinance as a resolution.
Item VI · Appointment
Mayor pro tem
Approved · 3-0
Council Member Peterson nominated Council Member Howe as mayor pro tem, seconded by Council Member Smyth; the vote was unanimous.
Item WS-A · Presentation
Resident survey questions (work session)
Discussed
City Manager Matt Dixon reviewed the 2025 survey questions and process. The council recommended adding a communications section about city happenings, updating the listed communication channels, and adding an event-specific list to gauge attendance.
What residents said
Residents spoke on a construction project, a House District 5 candidate spoke, and a youth group from a local ward attended.