The Willard City Council approved a petition Thursday to rezone 160 acres of agricultural land located between the Union Pacific railroad tracks and Interstate 15 to industrial use, a move developers say will boost the local economy, while some residents question its impact on the city’s rural character. Craig Nelson, representing Willard Land Partners L.L.C., told the council the project aligns with the city’s long-term vision. “We do believe that this generally will support the other areas of the city remaining more rural,” he said. “Part of this deal, as you know, is a big land swap that would allow...

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