Council Member· 2026-2030
Melissa Dahle
Logan
About
Melissa Dahle's platform focuses on enhancing public engagement and tackling the critical issue of affordable housing in Logan. Her approach emphasizes community involvement and finding practical solutions to make the city more accessible.
Campaign promises (2)
- transparencyShe is committed to improving public engagement within the city.
- developmentShe aims to address the issue of affordable housing in Logan.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 42:57
- Avg per meeting
- 2:23
- Segments
- 884
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Top issues during term (17)(General)
Mixed Residential Zoning Change
Unknown at this stage.
data center zoning guidelines
Data centers bring big investments and tax dollars to town, but they also use a ton of energy and water, which could impact local utility costs.
Wetland Development Standards
Potentially affects development costs and environmental mitigation requirements for property owners.
Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Fees
Affects municipal utility revenue and resident utility bills.
America 250 celebration
Involves funding for student grants and tree planting, with potential for volunteer contributions.
Dry Canyon Illegal Trails
The city will incur costs for grading and signage.
property right-of-way
Property owners face potential legal expenses to defend their land, while the city risks costly project delays if titles are contested.
public meeting
Some comments, like those on developer contributions, could have future financial implications for the city.
surveillance cameras
While exact costs haven't been finalized, installing and maintaining a citywide camera network will likely require a notable chunk of taxpayer money.
public health
You might have to spend a few extra bucks on repellent and yard maintenance to avoid a costly trip to the doctor.
2045 Logan General Plan Working Draft Review
Guides future municipal capital improvement spending and public infrastructure investments over 20 years.
new leadership
No direct financial impact, but ensures effective management of city development and planning functions.
candidate endorsement
This endorsement doesn't directly impact your wallet, but it could shape who makes decisions about city spending.
swearing-in ceremony
No immediate financial impacts are mentioned, but new leadership could mean new budget priorities down the line.
city limits
Expect potential shifts in property taxes and utility costs for those moving into the expanded city.
cemetery management
The city could be on the hook to pay for a replacement headstone and potential damages.
fee schedule
Your wallet might feel a slight pinch or relief depending on which city parks or facilities you regularly rent out.
Moved or seconded (29)
Motions Dahle 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 5-02026-08-11
Motion by Councilmember Simmonds seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-20 as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-11
Motion by Vice Chair López seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-19 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-04
Motion by Councilmember Dahle, seconded by Councilmember Lee-Koven, to approve minutes from July 21, 2026, Regular Council Meeting and August 4, 2026, meeting agenda, as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-04
Motion by Councilmember Simmonds seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-25 as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-04
Motion by Councilmember Simmonds seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-26 as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-04
Motion by Chair Johnson seconded by Councilmember Dahle to continue Resolution 26-27 to the August 18, 2026, Council meeting as an action item with a public hearing as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-21
Motion by Councilmember Simmonds seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-23 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-21
Motion by Councilmember Dahle seconded by Vice Chair López to adopt Ordinance 26-08 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-02
PUBLIC HEARING - Budget Adjustment FY 2025-2026 appropriating: $30,000 golf course reserves toward equipment repairs - Resolution 26-22 – Rueben Nelson, Assistant Finance Director
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-26
approve minutes from the May 5, 2026 Council meeting and the May 19, 2026 meeting agenda, as presented.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-26
approve Resolution 26-15 as presented.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-05
approve minutes from the April 21, 2026 Council meeting and the May 5, 2026 meeting agenda, as presented.
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-05
approve Resolution 26-13 as presented.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-05
PUBLIC HEARING - Consideration of a proposed resolution to approve fees for the Parks and Recreation Department to include Logan River Golf Course, Logan Cemetery, Parks and Recreation Field Use – Resolution 26-12 – Russ Akina, Parks and Recreation Director
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-03-17
Motion by Councilmember Simmonds seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve minutes from the March 3, 2026 Council meeting and the March 17, 2026 agenda as amended.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-17
Motion by Chair Johnson seconded by Councilmember Dahle to approve Resolution 26-08 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-17
to approve Resolution 26-05 as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
to approve minutes from the February 3, 2026 Council meeting and the February 17, 2026 agenda as presented.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-02-17
PUBLIC HEARING - Budget Adjustments FY 2025-2026 appropriating: $410,166 electric fund reserves toward a line truck replacement; $470,520 golf course reserves toward the purchase of new golf carts – Resolution 26-04 – Richard Anderson, Finance Director 6:30 p.m
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-03
Continue Resolution 26-02 (Library Fees)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (2)
Recorded while Dahle was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (1)(General)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.