At-Large Council Member· 2024–2028
Aaron Dekeyzer
Sandy City
About
Aaron Dekeyzer's platform appears to focus on development issues, specifically debating the allowance of detached housing on existing residential properties. Other articles discuss campaign finance, election results, and council appointments, but do not detail further specific promises or platform positions.
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Campaign promises (1)
- developmentDebated allowing detached housing on some existing residential properties.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 65
- Total speaking time
- 7:13:52
- Avg per meeting
- 6:40
- Segments
- 7206
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Voice summary
At-Large Council Member Aaron Dekeyzer on the recordAI-generated · 6 meetingsCouncil Member Aaron DeKeyzer consistently focuses on operational oversight, frequently questioning the efficiency and effectiveness of city departments, ranging from police drone logistics to executive staffing authority. He has shown a strong interest in environmental and community policy, actively pursuing ordinances for dark sky protection and waterway conservation while prioritizing local control over state mandates for housing initiatives. Additionally, DeKeyzer leverages his role to advocate for enhanced community programming and regional transit improvements, often challenging external proposals to ensure they align with the city's long-term operational and strategic goals.
Top issues during term (20)
State Mandate for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Minimal direct fiscal impact on the city, though it expands residential property development potential.
Crescent View General Obligation Bond
Estimated tax increase of approximately $5 per month for residential properties and $9.09 per month for commercial properties.
Draft Water Conservation Plan 2026
Financial impacts relate to long-term water infrastructure management and state compliance guidelines.
Hagan Road Rezone for Animal Rights
Minimal direct municipal financial impact.
City Bonds for Building Purchase and Renovation
The bond will increase property taxes for residents.
Blueprint for Progress Land Development Code Update
Code update costs are managed within existing planning department budgets.
Public Utilities Department Operations Study
Operational recommendations may guide future utility budgeting and capital improvement projects.
August 13 Storm Flooding
The city is currently assessing the cost of damages and potential infrastructure upgrades.
America First Field Concert Noise Impacts
Staff time expended on event monitoring and coordination.
Speeding Traffic and Availability of Speed Boards
Potential cost to purchase additional speed-monitoring boards if recommended by staff.
Canyon Gate Townhome Development
Private investment estimated in the multi-million dollar range for townhome construction.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget Preview
The budget adoption will set tax rates and fees, directly impacting city revenue and expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year.
Silver Sage Estates Subdivision Concerns
Potential increase in housing stock and associated property tax revenue.
Tax Increment Financing for Housing and Transit Zone
None anticipated at this stage.
Intersection Safety
Purchasing additional speed trailers would require modest capital outlay.
Waste and Recycling Services Update
City officials are seeking potential cost reductions for residents who do not utilize district bulky waste services.
Fire Department Wildland Mitigation & Deployments
Grant funding of $486,500 covers mitigation projects, and deployment reimbursements offset equipment costs.
City Office Space Needs
The council is prioritizing a budget-conscious approach to ensure the remodel doesn't become overly expensive.
Kimballs Lane and Draper Town Center Station Area Plans
None anticipated.
Moved or seconded (36)
Motions Dekeyzer personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- seconded2026-08-11
adopt Resolution 26-78C, setting the General Obligation Bond (GO Bond) amount to $21 million...
- secondedpassed 4-22026-03-24
Adoption of Resolution ACRSSD 26-01 (Rec Center Naming)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-03-24
approve Items 5 and 6 on the Consent Calendar
- movedpassed2026-03-10
approve the Consent Calendar
- movedpassed2026-02-24
approve the Consent Calendar
- secondedpassed 7-02026-01-20
Interlocal Agreement: Sandy Cairns HTRZ
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-01-20
A motion was made by Marci Houseman, seconded by Aaron Dekeyzer to adopt Resolution 26-03C, a resolution of the Sandy City Council approving an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement wit…
- movedfailed2025-12-09
He made a motion to add this item to the council agenda for next week.
- secondedpassed 6-02025-09-16
to adopt Resolution 25-47C, a resolution to extend temporary changes to the Sandy City Council Rules and Procedures...
- secondedpassed2025-07-01
to approve the Consent Calendar
- movedpassed2025-06-24
to approve the Consent Calendar
- movedpassed 7-02025-06-24
Adoption of FY 2025-26 Sandy City Budget
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-32025-06-24
Public Art Program Funding
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2025-06-24
convene a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency of Sandy City and adjourn the City Council meeting at 6:45 pm
- movedfailed 3-42025-06-17
approve the Dekeyzer budget proposal funding a public art program
- movedpassed 7-02025-06-17
continue the Public Hearing to June 24, 2025
- movedpassed 7-02025-06-17
direct Council Staff and the Council Chairperson to execute the attached Legal Services Agreement, Amendment 3, with Cowdell Law, prior to June 30, 2025
- movedpassed 7-02025-06-17
A motion was made by Aaron Dekeyzer, seconded by Marci Houseman, to adopt Resolution 25-30C.
- movedpassed2025-06-03
convene a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency Board
- movedpassed2025-05-27
to approve the consent calendar
Decisions during term (334)
Recorded while Dekeyzer was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Calendar Approval
Approval of Consent Calendar
Recess and Convene Sandy City Redevelopment Agency
Prescott Drive Detached Garage Conditional Use Permit
Naya Haim Subdivision Preliminary Review
Badger Cove Subdivision Preliminary Review
Approval of Consent Calendar
Convene Closed Session and Adjourn
Approval of the September 1, 2026 Draft Minutes
Approval of the September 15, 2026 Draft Minutes
Adjournment of the City Council Meeting
Approval of Consent Calendar
Hagan Road Rezone (Ordinance 26-56)
Canyon Gate General Plan Amendment and Rezone (Ordinances 26-51, 26-52, Res. 26-84C)
Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Code Amendments (Ordinance 26-55)
Closed Session for Security Deployment Discussion
Rappleye Variance Request Approval
Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Approval of Resolution 26-90C Adopting General Obligation Bond Argument
Approval of Resolution 26-85C Naming Civic Engagement Award Recipient
Voting record (280)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
convene a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual and adjourn the Council meeting immediately following the closed session
deny Ordinances 26-51 and 26-52 and Resolutions 26-84C
Hagan Road Rezone (Ordinance 26-56)
Canyon Gate General Plan Amendment and Rezone (Ordinances 26-51, 26-52, Res. 26-84C)
Supported the project and development agreement.
Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Code Amendments (Ordinance 26-55)
Opposed excessive restrictions on building height and design.