Current Ivins Issues
- Emergency Preparedness Meetings
The idea of providing preparedness presentations for Ivins residents was developed through collaborative efforts between the Mayor, public safety leadership and community volunteers. This group forms the Ivins City Volunteer… - Down the Drain or Back Again? The Future of Wastewater
Last night, Peter Annin, author of Purified and a leading expert on water recycling, gave a presentation organized by Conserve Southwest Utah on how communities across the country are rethinking… - Let’s Meet. Better Yet, Let’s Talk
Each year, the mayor holds Annual Neighborhood Meetings – a chance to reflect on the past year, discuss what’s ahead, and engage in meaningful conversation about our city. These meetings… - Let’s Bring The First ADA-Accessible Swing Set to Unity Park!
Sometimes, it takes a fresh perspective to notice what’s missing. That’s exactly what happened when Ollie Robertson, a member of the Ivins Youth Council, realized our city lacks an ADA-accessible… - Parched Today, Prepared Tomorrow: The Need for Drought Planning
As we experience the driest water year in at least 42 years, the need for a clear, effective drought contingency plan for Washington County and its cities has never been… - Securing Our Water Future: An Evening with Peter Annin
Join Peter Annin, author of “Purified” and a leading voice in water recycling and management, for an insightful discussion on how Washington County’s water plans compare to innovative practices across… - Why Not Run For City Council?
Have you ever thought about making a real difference in our community? This November, Ivins residents will elect two City Council members and a Mayor. It’s your chance to step… - Low Snow, High Stakes: Water and Growth
Water is the lifeblood of our desert community, and I know many Ivins residents are deeply concerned about its availability as development continues at a seemingly relentless pace across the… - A Reservoir of Good News for Dry Wash
Ivins residents can celebrate a significant win for open space and water conservation. In a letter from Zach Renstrom, General Manager of the Washington County Water Conservancy District, the district… - A Peek Into 2025 Water Conditions
Curious about how our water outlook is shaping up for 2025? Let’s dive into some data tracked by the USDA’s National Water and Climate Center. This daily tracking provides a… - Grow with The New Ivins Community Garden
The Healthy Ivins Coalition is thrilled to announce the creation of the Ivins Community Garden, a new opportunity for Ivins residents to get their hands in the soil, grow fresh… - Stay In The Loop With A New Alert System
Ivins City has a powerful new communication tool called Yoppify to keep you informed when it matters most. Whether it’s sudden service outages, public safety alerts, road closures, or other… - Wells Get By With A Little Help From…
A 1993 report, titled “Utah State Water Plan: Kanab Creek/Virgin River Basin,” highlighted a critical challenge: “In general, irrigation water needs exceed supply. This accents the need for wise management… - Affordable Housing Off Hwy 91?
The Utah Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) is looking for development proposals that “offer solutions to solve the housing crisis” on a 40-acre parcel of land in Ivins just off Hwy… - Overview Of The 2024 Water Year
The Virgin and Santa Clara rivers had a combined streamflow of just over 112,000 acre-feet of water in the 12 months ending in September. This is more than the median… - Balancing Benefits for Residents & Developers
When the Hidden Spring RV Resort on Hwy 91 (between Main Street and 200 W) was first proposed years ago, the Planning Commission and City Council crafted thoughtful code requirements… - It’s Only Money…
The City Council is working on how to fund about $40 million in capital improvement needs over the next five years. That’s in addition to our $12 million annual budget… - Ivins Youth Swing Into Action
Sometimes, it takes a fresh perspective to notice what’s missing. That’s exactly what happened when Ollie Robertson, a member of the Ivins Youth Council, realized that our community doesn’t have… - Be the Spark. Make a Difference
Ivins Inspired is a volunteer program created by Ivins residents Tiffany Wynn and Shauna Fisher, designed specifically for our community. Tiffany is also Co-Director of the Ivins Youth Council and… - Growing a Healthier Community
Utah State University’s 2024 Wellbeing Survey ranked Ivins as the second healthiest city among the 49 cities surveyed in the state. This summer the City created the Healthy Ivins Coalition,…
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