Officials cite prior referendum losses and location concerns as backdrop to new Miller plan

Ron O'Connor walked participants through recent referendum history, saying the November 2024 referendum lost by a single vote and that a later April 2025 proposal was criticized because the proposed site was across Ogden. "In November 2024, there was a referendum attempt that fell 1 vote short," O'Connor said, and he framed site choice as central to community support.

Officials said location and clear plans are key to passing a future referendum and that the Miller site responds to earlier criticisms. The district plans additional outreach, a fact sheet and data to help voters understand projected costs and neighborhood impacts before any ballot measure is resubmitted.