During the regular city council session on October 22, 2024, all council members were present as they commenced the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The council allocated approximately 20 minutes for public comments, encouraging attendees to limit their remarks to two or three minutes.

One resident, Scott Murph, addressed the council regarding the ongoing issues with train noise in the area, emphasizing the need for the restoration of quiet zones. Murph, who has been a resident of Lehigh for six years, expressed his commitment to the community and shared insights from his research on the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. He highlighted a perceived regulatory inconsistency from the FRA, which he believes has negatively impacted local quiet zones.

Murph proposed that the state of Utah should consider introducing a bill during the 2025 legislative session to secure funding aimed at maintaining these quiet zones. He argued that the success of the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) relies heavily on the existence of these zones, as they are crucial for the well-being of residents and students, particularly those living near transit hubs like BYU in Provo.

The council members acknowledged Murph's concerns and expressed their willingness to explore his proposal further, indicating that they are already engaged in discussions about the train noise issue at the federal level. The session concluded with no additional public comments, and the council moved on to scheduled presentations.