Council Member· 2024-2027
Spencer Arave
Clinton City
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 18:19
- Avg per meeting
- 2:37
- Segments
- 241
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Top issues during term (20)
Municipal Term Limits Review
There is no direct financial impact from discussing term limits, though future election cycles or potential legal reviews could involve nominal administrative costs.
Parks and Playground Improvements
Up to $250,000 funded by RAP Tax revenue, with potential cost savings by separating sidewalk work and utilizing municipal crews for demolition.
Western Annexation Proposal
Future developers will be responsible for installing necessary urban infrastructure rather than existing property owners.
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Standard Updates
None anticipated directly from code clarification.
Railroad Corridor Fire Safety & Vegetation Management
Potential future costs for emergency response and vegetation mitigation.
Creation of Municipal Audit Committee
None; committee members serve on a volunteer basis.
Clinton General Plan West Focus Area
Growth on the west side will require new infrastructure for roads, water, and sewer services, expected to be funded largely through annexation agreements and impact fees.
Ambulance Service Provision
Over $1.3 million billed in 2025 with a 46% net revenue collection rate.
Community Garden Plot Fees
Recovers a small portion of parks maintenance and water costs.
Personnel Policy Leave Amendments
Reduces city liability by lowering maximum rollovers and holiday payouts by roughly $65,000.
Citywide Recycling Cart Rollout
The program involves cart purchase costs and potential collection fee adjustments around $6.57 per month, offset by state grant rebates.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget & Fund Balance Utilization
The general fund balance sits around 38% of revenues, prompting discussion on strategic capital planning and potential reserve allocations.
Heritage Days Event Format and Community Involvement
Involves municipal police overtime expenditures and potential future investments in event security resources.
Appointment of City Treasurer
No additional fiscal impact as the appointee is an existing staff member.
Proposed 0.20% Local Option Sales Tax ("5th 5th")
Could generate approximately $207,075 annually for Clinton City in local transportation funds, but would increase overall sales tax rates for residents.
Public Safety and Fireworks Night Management
Addressing security concerns requires dedicated police staffing and public safety resources.
Fire Apparatus Replacement Financing
Expenditure of approximately $1.9 million utilizing Motor Pool funds and lease financing.
Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Data Privacy and Vendor Contract
Contract renewal costs for ALPR services will be evaluated against available vendor options.
Davis County Animal Care Services Review
Ongoing service delivery aligns with existing county-city arrangements.
Road Maintenance and Infrastructure Deficits
An estimated annual funding deficiency of $2.3 million is required to bridge the gap between current revenues ($1.02M) and the needed $3.4M preservation budget.
Decisions during term (51)
Recorded while Arave was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Ambulance Service RFP
Proposed Amendments to the Clinton City Personnel Policy Sections XII – XVII Leave Policy
Approval of Minutes: September 8, 2026 City Council Work Session and City Council Meeting
Approval of Accounts Payable: None
Suspend Rules for Agenda Order
Resolution 23-26: Audit Committee Creation and Appointments
Powerline Park Playground Replacement
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes: September 8, 2026 City Council Work Session and City Council Meeting
Approval of Accounts Payable: None
Appointment of Cory Christensen as City Treasurer
Ordinance 26-06: West Clinton Annexation Approval
Ordinance 26-07: West Clinton Annexation and Land Use Conditions Agreement
Ordinance 26-01Z: West Clinton Annexation Area Initial Zoning
Approval of Consent Agenda
Adoption of Ordinance 26-02Z for ADU Standards
Approval of Consent Items
Approval of Minutes: August 11, 2026 City Council Work Session and City Council Meeting
Send Letter of Non-Support for the '5th 5th' Sales Tax
Approve Consent Agenda (Resolution 22-26, Minutes, Accounts Payable)
Voting record (34)
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