District 3 Council Member· 2026–2030
Kris Nicholl
Sandy City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 43
- Total speaking time
- 3:46:58
- Avg per meeting
- 5:17
- Segments
- 3354
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District 3 Council Member Kris Nicholl on the recordAI-generated · 12 meetingsCouncil Member Kris Nicholl has consistently prioritized municipal fiscal oversight, departmental transparency, and the operational needs of public safety, notably advocating for a new, centralized police headquarters. Throughout her tenure, she has demonstrated a skeptical approach toward city expenditures—questioning administrative costs and challenging proposed campaign finance regulations on legal and constitutional grounds—while championing owner-occupied housing and middle-housing development. Her record is marked by a firm stance against non-transparent governance practices, including public criticism of closed-door meetings and executive information sharing, alongside a pragmatic approach to city budget equity and facility management.
Top issues during term (19)(Development)
Canyon Gate Townhome Development
Private investment estimated in the multi-million dollar range for townhome construction.
Silver Sage Estates Subdivision Concerns
Potential increase in housing stock and associated property tax revenue.
City Annexations
Annexation may lead to increased property tax revenue for the city and potential costs associated with extending city services to the newly annexed areas.
Community Housing Development
The committee is managing the distribution of federal grant funds that support various city projects.
transitional housing zoning
The facility relies on CDBG funding to support its ongoing operations.
Preliminary Subdivision Review for Commercial Condo
Potential for increased property tax revenue and economic activity from separately owned commercial units.
Preliminary Subdivision Review for Hartman Estates
Allows for the creation of a new residential lot, potentially increasing housing stock and property values.
Subdivision and Special Exceptions for Sequoia Cove
Medical/Dental Office Development
Potential increase in local tax revenue and job creation.
Architectural Components HQ Site Plan
The approval allows for the construction of a commercial facility, potentially impacting local business and employment.
Shared Easement Rights and Access
Resolution could involve negotiations or legal agreements between private parties, with potential financial implications for easement modifications.
Arcade Use and Extended Hours for Pink Box Donuts
Potential increase in revenue for the business and sales tax for the city.
Office Condominium Subdivision
Sandy Amphitheater Enhancements
Potential for increased revenue for the amphitheater through suite rentals and improved attendance.
Commercial and Residential Subdivisions
Property Acquisition at 126 Sego Lily Drive
The Redevelopment Agency will contribute funds towards the property acquisition.
Annexation of Properties into Sandy City
Potential increase in tax revenue for the city from annexed properties.
Moved or seconded (14)
Motions Nicholl 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.
- secondedfailed 3-42026-08-11
adopt Resolution 26-78C, setting the General Obligation Bond (GO Bond) amount to $30 million...
- seconded2026-08-11
set the General Obligation Bond amount at $30 million dollars.
- secondedpassed2026-08-11
approve the Consent Calendar
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-04
Motion to adopt with changes made tonight.
- secondedpassed2026-03-10
Title 21 Steering Committee Liaisons
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-32026-03-10
adopt Ordinance 26-04, subject to the execution of a development agreement and a subdivision plat delivered to the City that ensures subdivision of the property to no more than 6 l…
- seconded2026-03-10
Title 21 Steering Committee Liaisons
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 7-02026-03-10
adopt Ordinance 26-05, an ordinance amending and fixing the boundaries of a zone district of the Sandy City Zoning Ordinance; rezoning one parcel, approximately 1.94 total acres, f…
- secondedpassed2026-03-03
approve the Consent Calendar
- movedpassed 7-02026-02-10
26-039 Ordinance 26-03 January 20, 2026 Memorandum Attachments
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 7-02026-01-20
Table Item 5 on the Agenda
- secondedpassed2026-01-20
A motion was made by Cyndi Sharkey, seconded by Kris Nicholl to recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the RDA
- secondedpassed2026-01-06
Election of Council Chair and Vice Chair
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 6-12026-01-06
Appointment of Legislative Policy Committee Liaisons
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (13)
Recorded while Nicholl was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Recess and Convene Sandy City Redevelopment Agency
Amendments to Land Development Code Related to Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Canyon Gate Development Agreement Direction
Mayor Zoltanski recommending for Council Advice and Consent the appointment of Carlton Christensen as the Economic Development Director for Sandy City.
Convene Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Meeting
Recess City Council and Convene Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City Redevelopment Agency
Recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City Redevelopment Agency
Convening Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Board Meeting
Convene Redevelopment Agency Meeting
Recess to Convene Sandy City Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Meeting
Recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Recess the City Council meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City Redevelopment Agency
Voting record (6)(Development)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.