District 4 Council Member· 2024-2027
Kent Shelton
West Jordan City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 95
- Total speaking time
- 5:20:08
- Avg per meeting
- 3:22
- Segments
- 5600
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District 4 Council Member Kent Shelton on the recordAI-generated · 11 meetingsCouncil Member Kent Shelton consistently prioritizes administrative efficiency, fiscal oversight, and rigorous urban planning, frequently challenging staff on budget allocations, zoning density, and project timelines. He has engaged heavily in development policy for the Southwest Quadrant, where he has advocated for lower residential density and better integration of industrial land uses, while also championing local neighborhood initiatives like the Dixie Valley cleanup. Throughout his tenure, Shelton has demonstrated a preference for commercial-focused development and has been a vocal proponent of specific infrastructure needs, including fire equipment optimization and more precise land-use regulations.
Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Commercial Site Plan Review
The project is expected to have minimal impact on water and sewer demand.
Sugar Factory on the Creek Townhomes Development
Private investment infill development with land dedication for public trails.
Commercial and Industrial Development
These projects represent ongoing business investment in the city.
The Marlowe Apartments Transit-Oriented Development
Private investment by the developer covering required off-site road and signal improvements.
Rolfe Subdivision Lot Line Adjustments
None identified.
Townhome Development and Density
The project represents a significant increase in local housing density.
Altojitos Ice Cream Shop Conditional Use Permit
Generates local sales tax revenue and provides employment for up to five staff members.
Northwest area growth: Oneleven Phase 2 and Harper
Subdivision Regulations and Improvement Guarantees Training
Ensures developers rather than taxpayers cover the cost of infrastructure mistakes and warranty repairs.
Oquirrh West Grocery Development
Private commercial investment funded by the developer.
Old Bingham Byre Subdivision Boundary and Demolition Concerns
Private expenses for surveying and potential pest control will be borne by the developer and affected property owners.
Water Conservation
Changing rates could increase costs for large property owners and potentially lower the burden on residential users.
Vista Farms Residential Rezone
Generates standard property tax and utility connection revenues for the city.
Enbridge Gas Storage Yard Development
Private commercial investment by Enbridge Gas with no direct municipal expenditure.
Senna Hills Mixed-Use Rezone and Overlay Zone
Water service allocations require 152 equivalent residential connections (ERCs) from Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District.
ICE facility development
While the facility could bring tax revenue, it might also lead to long-term legal costs and community pushback that could hurt local property values.
Altabank Branch Preliminary Site Plan
Generates commercial construction activity and future tax revenue.
Immaculate Auto Dealership Expansion
Private commercial investment in building upgrades and sales tax generation for the city.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Shelton 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.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-07-14
Council Member Whitelock moved to APPROVE consent items as listed.
- moved2026-07-14
Vice Chair Shelton moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-36 a Petition to Rezone
- secondedpassed 6-02026-06-09
Vice Chairperson Wignall moved to APPROVE Consent Items as listed.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-05-26
Resolution No. 26-028: Service in Lieu of Fees for West Jordan Baseball League
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 6-12026-05-26
Resolution No. 26-028: Service in Lieu of Fees for West Jordan Baseball League
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 6-12026-05-26
APPROVE Resolution No. 24-014 authorizing the Mayor to execute an employment agreement with Paul Jerome as Assistant City Administrator and a severance clause in excess of three mo…
- secondedpassed 7-02026-05-26
APPROVE Consent Items as listed.
- secondedpassed 6-02026-05-05
Board Member Jacob moved to APPROVE Consent Items as listed.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-04-14
Council Member Whitelock moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-21 Amendments to West Jordan City Code Title 4, Chapter 2, Article K – Public Dances and Dance Studios.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-03-10
Resolution No. 26-005: Fee Waiver for Oaks Neighborhood Cleanup
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 6-12026-02-24
Council Member Shelton moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-10 Amendments to West Jordan City Code Title 4, Chapter 2, Article H – Massage Establishments.
- movedpassed2026-02-24
Employee Appeal Process Amendments (Ordinance No. 26-14)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 6-12026-02-24
Council Member Shelton moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-10 Amendments to West Jordan City Code Title 4, Chapter 2, Article H – Massage Establishments.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-02-10
Council Member Whitelock moved to CONTINUE Resolution No. 26-003 Fee Waiver of up to $7,815 or Less for the Nafanua Foundation for the 2026 Manatua Festival at West Jordan Veterans…
- secondedpassed 7-02026-02-10
Resolution No. 26-004: MOU with Novovorontsovka, Ukraine
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 7-02026-02-10
Ordinance No. 26-05: Titan West Jordan Rezone
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 7-02026-02-10
Council Member Shelton moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-07 Proposed Amendments to West Jordan City Code – Title 4, Chapter 2, Article C (Christmas Tree Sales).
- secondedpassed 7-02026-02-10
Council Member Jacob moved to CONTINUE Ordinance No. 26-11 Proposed Amendments to West Jordan City Code Title 7, Chapters 3 and 4 – Truck Parking to the next Council meeting to all…
- secondedpassed 7-02026-01-13
Resolution No. 26-001: CDBG Annual Action Plan Amendment
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-01-13
Council Member Jacob moved to APPROVE Ordinance No. 26-03 Amending the West Jordan City Code Title 13 and 15 Regarding Variances, Land Use Appeals, and Public Hearing and Noticing …
Decisions during term (3)
Recorded while Shelton was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (27)(Development)
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