Centerville City Council - Brian Plummer

02/23/2026

FYI

🚧 400 East & Pages Lane Closure 🚧

Starting Monday, February 23rd, the intersection at 400 East and Pages Lane will be closed for continued construction. Crews will install a new irrigation line for Deuel Creek Irrigation and then move west toward 300 East.

The closure is expected to last about 3 weeks (weather permitting). Please follow detours and

For any questions, please call Deuel Creek at 801-298-3675

01/26/2026

Good Morning,

I have been made aware of the video circulating online from a recent traffic stop in Centerville, and I understand why it has raised concerns for many in our community.

I believe it’s important that our public safety practices reflect professionalism, respect, and awareness of the moment we’re in as a country.

Trust matters.

I believe the right path forward is a careful, transparent review of the incident, listening to community concerns, and ensuring our policies and training continue to align with the values of Centerville.

Our city expects both safety and dignity.

I believe those expectations are not in conflict.

12/03/2025

Last night I attended the Davis County Truth-in-Taxation hearing. The meeting was held in the administration building and overflowed into three additional rooms, four rooms total, filled with residents who came to participate in the discussion about the proposed county tax increase.

The proposal on the table was a roughly 30% increase (about $12.9M in revenue) to maintain current county services while incorporating several internal cost adjustments, including reduced retirement benefits, lower 401(k) matching, and changes to merit and COLA structures.
Public comment was extensive and overwhelmingly opposed to the increase. Residents were passionate, respectful for the most part, and clearly concerned about the direction of taxation in our county.

All three commissioners presented their viewpoints. Commissioner Croft stood firmly for 0%. Commissioner Stevenson proposed 9.9%. Commissioner Kamalu, serving as Chair, emphasized the statutory deadlines the county is legally required to meet and repeatedly clarified several areas of misinformation circulating in the public. Despite significant pressure and political tension, she maintained a professional, steady tone throughout the meeting.

After discussion, the 9.9% and 0% motions did not receive a second. A 14.9% increase received a second and ultimately passed.

Regardless of perspective, it was clear that public service is challenging. I appreciate anyone willing to stand in front of the public, listen, and make decisions under pressure. I also appreciate the residents who took the time to speak and engage respectfully. These processes are vital to local government.

I’ll continue attending these meetings and keeping our community informed.

Brian

11/13/2025

For transparency, I’m sharing the letter I sent to the Planning Commission ahead of their meeting. Because it was sent from my official email, it is part of the public record and I think it’s important for residents to see exactly what I said.

My intent with the letter was to respectfully ask the Commission to:

Review the draft carefully

Make the edits necessary to make it a Centerville document

Avoid simply passing along a consultant-created plan without community buy-in

Acknowledge that more public input may be needed

I was not trying to “tip the scales.” I was not trying to exert undue influence. I was doing what every elected official should do: raising concerns early, openly, and on behalf of the people I represent.

The General Plan is too important to rubber-stamp. It affects zoning, transportation, density, redevelopment, neighborhoods, and the future identity of our city. Residents deserve to be part of that discussion.

I stand by the core message of my letter, and I also respect that people may disagree with how or when I delivered it. That’s part of public life. But the letter itself is transparent, straightforward, and rooted in my belief that Centerville, not the State, not consultants, should determine what Centerville becomes.

11/13/2025

Here is a link to the webpage for the Draft General Plan

Review the General Plan documents of Centerville.

11/13/2025

Tonight, I attended the Centerville City Planning Commission meeting as a resident of Centerville to share my concerns about the draft General Plan. I know my participation was viewed by some as “irregular,” but I did only participate during the public hearing and, like any resident, I exercised my right to speak.

Let me be clear, my purpose was not to derail the process or “kill” the plan. My purpose was simple:

I wanted the Commission to fully consider whether the draft truly reflects the will of the people of Centerville.

The General Plan is supposed to represent:

the community’s character,

the community’s long-term priorities, and

the community’s values.

The General Plan is not supposed to be the preferences of the State, outside consultants, or developers.

If we are going to adopt a new plan, I believe it is the responsibility of every decision-making body, including mine, to ask honest questions:

Is this draft better than the plan we have?

Does it preserve the character of Centerville?

Does it honor what residents repeatedly say they want?

Does it protect existing neighborhoods?

Does it approach state mandates cautiously rather than embracing them lock, stock, and barrel?

These are not unreasonable questions. This is simply good governance.

Last night, many residents spoke, and not one comment supported adopting the draft as written. That alone should signal that we need more conversation, more public input, and more careful review before any approval happens.

I appreciate that the Commission ultimately voted to table the issue and continue the discussion. I believe that was the right call. Our residents deserve to understand the document, have time to weigh in, and see their voice reflected on the pages.

This is our city. This is our plan. And the people deserve to shape it.

11/05/2025

Yesterday’s election has wrapped up, and I want to take a moment to congratulate the winners. Congratulations to Gina Hirst and Rick Bangerter on being elected to the Centerville City Council and Mayor Wilkinson on his reelection.

I also want to express my sincere appreciation to all the candidates who put their names on the ballot, including Clark Wilkinson, Luanne Nelson, Gina Hirst, Rick Bangerter, and Spencer Summerhayes. Running for office requires courage. It means putting yourself out there, sharing your ideas publicly, and being willing to listen, learn, and lead. Our community is better because of people who care enough to participate.

Thank you to every resident who engaged in the process, asked questions, attended the town hall, submitted ballots, and made their voice heard. Local government works best when the community is involved.

I look forward to supporting the new council and working collaboratively with the mayor and elected officials over the next four years for the good of Centerville.

10/27/2025

I was recently asked to share my thoughts on the Centerville Cemetery, and I wanted to post them here because this is something that matters deeply to me and our community.

Our cemetery connects us to our history. When families can lay their loved ones to rest in the same city where they live, it builds a sense of belonging and continuity that can’t be replaced. It’s part of what gives Centerville its heart and its heritage.

We’ve been fortunate to have a beautiful cemetery that has served generations of residents. Unfortunately, many years ago, the city missed an opportunity to expand it, and now we’re facing real space limitations. Expanding the existing site would be ideal, but given how the area around Island View Park has developed, that may not be possible.

As we consider options for the future, my priorities are simple:
• Conduct a thorough audit of existing plots to see if any are unused or unclaimed.
• Talk with professionals in the funeral industry to understand changing trends and needs.
• Explore creative ways to add capacity, such as mausoleums or other options for cremains, at the current location.

I believe that maintaining a place in our community where families can visit and honor their loved ones is an important tradition worth preserving. Centerville has always been a family-centered city, and I hope we can carry that legacy forward in a thoughtful and sustainable way.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸

I’m so grateful to be an American—and to live in Centerville, Utah, surrounded by friends, neighbors, and family who make this community so special.

Today I’m reflecting on the blessings passed down by generations before us. I’m proud to live in a country founded on the belief that all people are created equal and are endowed by the Creator with the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Serving Centerville has taught me so much. Government—even at the local level—requires real systems, smart budgeting, and capable people to function well. Efficiency doesn’t mean no cost—it means making every dollar count while still investing in what keeps us strong, safe, and connected.

As a fiscal conservative, I believe in limited but effective government. I also believe in protecting civil rights, respecting private property, and listening to the people we serve.

I’m learning. I’m growing. And I remain committed to helping Centerville thrive—preserving what makes it feel like home while preparing for the future.

Wishing you and your family a Happy Independence Day and May God bless Centerville, Utah, and the United States of America.

—Brian Plummer
Centerville City Council

06/17/2025

Tonight, the Centerville City Council is expected to vote on the final adoption of the 2026 city budget.

I’ve expressed that I would not support this budget unless we made meaningful changes—specifically, by reducing unnecessary expenses and prioritizing the needs of residents. While there were some reductions, I’m concerned about new and ongoing spending, including:

Additional funding for software licensing

A new code enforcement position

Continued support for lobbying organizations at the state and federal level

These choices come at the expense of more direct investments in our community—things that could truly benefit Centerville residents. While I respect parts of the budget, I’m leaning toward voting against it in its current form.

If you’re concerned about the direction our city is heading, especially in how your tax dollars are spent, I encourage you to attend tonight’s meeting and share your thoughts during the public comment period.

06/17/2025

The past two years on the Centerville City Council have been incredibly rewarding. I've learned a lot and I'm grateful to our city staff, the mayor, and fellow councilmembers.

That said, I’m concerned about the direction our city is heading. At times, government action feels out of step with the values of longtime residents—especially when it comes to preserving our neighborhoods and trees.

We need more public voices. If we don’t speak up, outside forces will shape Centerville’s future in ways we may not want. Growth should not come at the cost of community character.

Let’s protect what makes Centerville special—our neighborhoods, our trees, and the people who’ve built this city over generations.