Duchesne City public meetings in 2025
56 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for December 23, 2025, has been canceled.
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City Council will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution 25-06, authorizing up to $767,000 in sewer revenue bonds and up to $378,000 in water revenue bonds for system improvements. The council will also consider a zone amendment, a pipeline easement agreement, a new data privacy ordinance, and updates to personnel policies.
- Public hearing on Resolution 25-06 for up to $767,000 in sewer bonds and $378,000 in water bonds
- Zone amendment request by Karie Morrill at 514 E 400 N from Residential to Residential Agriculture
- Kinder Morgan Pipeline Easement Agreement with land agent Heather Ivie
- Ordinance 25-3 to establish a City of Duchesne Data Privacy Program
- Review of Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed Resolution 2025-06, which authorizes up to $767,000 in sewer revenue bonds for sewer system improvements and up to $378,000 in water revenue bonds for water system improvements. The resolution also sets maximum principal amounts, maturities, interest rates, and discounts, and provides for a contest period. No other items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-06 authorizing $767,000 in sewer revenue bonds
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-06 authorizing $378,000 in water revenue bonds
- Bonds to fund sewer and water system improvements
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at the City Office Building (500 E Main) on November 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, minutes review, and bills, along with a public comment period. A work meeting will discuss city projects, budget, and operational matters.
- Public comment session (3-minute limit per speaker)
- Work meeting to discuss city projects, budget, and operational matters
- Potential closed meeting to discuss litigation, real estate, or security matters under Utah law
- Crescent Uinta, LLC agreement for purchase of water (with attached document)
- Duchesne Christmas Festival event insurance discussion
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change a residential zone to a residential agriculture zone. The commission will also discuss the subdivision ordinance and a zoning review.
- Public hearing: Request to change Residential Zone to Residential Agriculture Zone for 514 E 400 N (Applicant: Karie Morrill)
- Discussion and consideration of Subdivision Ordinance
- Discussion and consideration of Zoning review
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to change the zoning of a property at 514 E 400 N from Residential (R) to Residential Agricultural (RA). The applicant, Karie Morrill, seeks the change to allow a garden and limited livestock, including sheep, consistent with RA zone allowances.
- Zone change request for 514 E 400 N from Residential (R) to Residential Agricultural (RA)
- Applicant: Karie Morrill
- Public hearing scheduled for November 24, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Duchesne City Office (500 E Main Street)
- Property parcel number: 00-0000-6225
- RA zone requires minimum 20,000 sq ft for first sheep or additional 10,000 sq ft per animal group
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a regular meeting to review draft minutes, bills, and business licenses, and discuss several key items including a water purchase agreement with Crescent Uinta, LLC, ball field lighting bids, and the canvass of the 2025 general election results.
- Crescent Uinta, LLC - Agreement for purchase of water
- Ball Field Light Bids - Zack Bertola
- Canvass of the General Election
- Business License for Rowley Electric LLC
- Cemetery Issues - Jessica North
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will meet as the Board of Municipal Canvassers to officially verify and certify the results of the 2025 municipal general election. The canvass follows Utah Code §§ 20A-4-301 and 20A-4-303 and will review election summary reports prepared by the election officer.
- Certify 2025 municipal election results at 500 E Main, Duchesne, UT
- Review election summary reports prepared by Myra Young, Election Officer
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City municipal government will conduct a post-election audit of ballot batches from the 2025 General Election at 4:30 PM on November 12, 2025, at the Duchesne City Office. The public is invited to attend the audit at 500 E Main, Duchesne, UT 84021.
City Council
The City Council meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been canceled due to a holiday.
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and consider updates to city ordinances. The session includes reviews of zoning and short-term rental regulations.
- Discussion and consideration of Subdivision Ordinance
- Discussion and consideration of Zoning review
- Discussion and consideration of the Short Term Rental Ordinance
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will discuss sewer and water infrastructure bids and a pipeline easement proposal. The meeting also includes reviews of a surplus water sale agreement and mowing attachment bids.
- 2025 Duchesne Infrastructure Replacement Project: Sewer and Water Phase B Bids
- Integrated Water Management, LLC Surplus Water Sale Agreement
- Kinder Morgan Pipeline Easement Proposal
- Bids for mowing attachments
- Duchesne Christmas Festival/Parade planning
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City Council will hold a public hearing to explain and accept responsibility for failing to properly reauthorize the Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) tax before continuing to collect it. The hearing will detail how RAP tax funds collected during the unauthorized period were used and ensure transparency to the public.
- Public hearing on RAP tax reauthorization oversight at 500 East Main Street, Duchesne, UT 84021
- Explanation of circumstances surrounding the failure to reauthorize the RAP tax
- Transparent accounting of RAP tax funds collected during the unauthorized period
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will meet to discuss a surplus water sale agreement and city office repairs. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the current standing of the RAP tax.
- Public hearing on RAP tax current standing
- Surplus Water Sale Agreement with Integrated Water Management, LLC
- Duchesne City Office front door fix
- Rainbow Bridge Pet Memorial - Janice Shipman
- Planning and Zoning discussion
City Council
The Duchesne City Council is holding a public hearing to receive arguments for and against the issuance of Ballot Proposition #6. This proposition concerns the re-authorization of the RAP Tax.
- Public hearing for Ballot Proposition #6 RAP Tax Re-authorization
Duchesne City
Duchesne City is providing official notice of the polling location for the upcoming General Municipal Election. The city office at 500 East Main Street will serve as the in-person voting site.
- Polling location set at Duchesne City Office, 500 East Main Street
- In-person voting dates: Oct 28-31 (9am-1pm) and Nov 4 (7am-8pm)
- Serves voting precincts DU12:DWGR and DU12:GR
- Contact Duchesne City Office at (435) 738-2464 for information
Duchesne City
Duchesne City is posting a public notice of candidates who have filed for municipal office in the upcoming General Election. The notice lists the names of candidates for Mayor and City Council.
- Mayor candidates: Jason Andrew Baker, Deborah V. Herron
- City Council candidates: Dawnette Browning, Mark Eugene Nielsen, Jenny Adams, Marty Anthony Herrera
- Meeting location: 500 E Main St, Duchesne City, UT 84021
- Notice posted: September 25, 2025
- Contact: Jessica North, jnorth@duchesnecity.com
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting to review city business, including a work session on projects, budget, and operations. Items include updates from public works, a proposal to add junior tennis to recreation activities, and a public hearing scheduled for October 7th.
- Proposal to Add Junior Tennis to Recreation Activities - Aubrey Harris
- Public Works Department Update - Lane Genereaux
- Public Works Department - Lawn Tractor Purchase
- Wallace Park Fence - Cody Ivie
- October 7th Public Hearing Meeting - Myra Young
P & Z
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider the appointment of its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss zoning regulations and the subdivision ordinance.
- Discussion and consideration of Planning and Zoning Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- Discussion and consideration of Zoning Regulations
- Discussion and consideration of Subdivision Ordinance
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City notice provides the 2025 general election sample ballot and meeting logistics. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed; the document is purely informational.
Duchesne City
This notice provides a sample ballot for the General Election scheduled for November 4, 2025. No other business or decisions are listed.
- Sample ballot for November 4, 2025, General Election
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss zoning regulations. The session includes a public comment period and a work session, with no specific decisions listed on the agenda.
- Duchesne City Zoning Discussion (with attached zoning map)
- 15-Minute Open Session for public comments
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will meet to discuss a resolution regarding America 250 Utah and a boundary adjustment for Lane Genereaux. The agenda also includes items related to the airport and the Lead and Copper Rule.
- Resolution America 250 Utah
- Simple Boundary Adjustment - Lane Genereaux
- Javelin Rig - Airport
- Lead and Copper Rule
- Business License review
Duchesne City
City Recorder Myra Young certified the official results of the August 12, 2025, municipal primary election. The results determine which candidates will appear on the ballot for the general election on November 4, 2025.
- Mayor primary results: Deborah V Herron (228 votes) and Jason Andrew Baker (180 votes) nominated
- City Council primary results: Marty Anthony Herrera (263 votes), Jenny Adams (190 votes), Mark Eugene Nielsen (189 votes), and Dawnette Browning (155 votes) nominated
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will meet as the Board of Municipal Canvassers to officially canvass the results of the August 12, 2025, primary election. The purpose of the meeting is to certify which candidates will advance to the General Election on November 4, 2025.
- Certification of 2025 Municipal Primary Election results
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City Council will meet to conduct a canvass of the primary election and review a voter information pamphlet argument in favor of a RAP tax. The session also includes interviews for the Planning & Zoning Commission and a business license application.
- Canvass of the Primary Election
- Ballot Proposition #6 Argument in Favor of RAP Tax
- Planning & Zoning Commission interviews for David Mince and Duncan Kading
- Business license application for Jacobson Junk Removal LLC
- Review of Javelin proposed well sites
Duchesne City
The Duchesne City Council will meet to conduct a canvass of the primary election and review a voter information pamphlet argument in favor of a RAP Tax. The body will also interview candidates for the Planning & Zoning Commission and review a business license application.
- Canvass of the Primary Election
- Ballot Proposition #6 Argument in Favor of RAP Tax
- Planning & Zoning Commission interviews for David Mince and Duncan Kading
- Business license application for Jacobson Junk Removal LLC
- Review of Javelin proposed well sites
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a specific property boundary change. The session includes a 15-minute open period for public comments.
- Lot line adjustment for Block 107, between lots 9 & 10
Duchesne City
The city has issued a notice for a municipal election to determine if a 0.1% sales and use tax should be reauthorized. This tax would fund cultural, recreational, and zoological facilities and organizations within the city.
- Proposition No. 6: Reauthorization of a 0.10% RAP tax
- Election date: November 4, 2025
- Deadline for written arguments for or against the proposition: September 10, 2025, at 5:00pm
Duchesne City
Duchesne City will hold a public post-primary election audit to verify ballot counts, as required by Utah state rules. The audit will include a recount of ballots and will be conducted in Council Chambers at 8:00 AM on August 22, 2025. The public is invited to observe, though space may be limited.
- Post-primary election audit conducted in public view
- Recount of ballots included in audit process
- Audit summary to be submitted as required by state rule
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a specially scheduled meeting at the Duchesne City Office Building, 500 East Main, Duchesne, UT. The agenda includes procedural items, public comment, and discussions on airport approval, a road project, and a resolution calling for a RAP tax election.
- Javelin - Jeff Crozier - Airport FAA Approval
- Old Farm Road - Elaine Despain
- RESOLUTION 2025-05 CALLING RAP TAX ELECTION
City Council
The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for August 12, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the current municipal primary election.
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a specific zone change request and a draft subdivision zoning ordinance. The meeting includes a 15-minute open session for public comment.
- Zone change request for Karie Morrill at 514 E 400 N
- Discussion of Subdivision Zoning Ordinance draft
City Council
The City Council will meet to review zoning changes, water sales, and energy leases. The agenda includes a discussion on a 2025 ballot for RAP Tax.
- Blue Bench Estates amended plat and zone change for Alan Poulson
- ADU and variance request for Richard and Melissa Bushman
- Surplus Water Sales Agreement with reWater LLC
- Oil & Gas Leases with WEM Uintah V, LLC for Duchesne City and Duchesne Cemetery
- RAP Tax - Ballot 2025
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a variance request and a plat amendment. The meeting includes a 15-minute open session for public comments.
- ADU/Set-back Variance request from Richard Bushman
- Poulson Plat Amendment request from Alison Hyde
Duchesne City
This notice provides information regarding early and in-person voting for the 2025 Primary and Municipal elections. All voting activities and the ballot drop box are located at the Duchesne City Office.
- Primary Election early voting: August 5-8, 2025
- Municipal Election early voting: October 28-31, 2025
- Primary Election Day: August 12, 2025
- Municipal Election Day: November 4, 2025
- Voting location: Duchesne City Office, 500 E Main Street
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss city business and review a specific ordinance. The session includes time for public comments and a review of planning and zoning matters.
- Title 3 Business and License Regulations Ordinance Review
- Planning And Zoning discussion
- Business License review
- Review of bills, charges, and credits
Duchesne City
This notice provides a sample ballot for the Primary Election scheduled for August 12, 2025. It is a public information notice rather than a deliberative meeting agenda.
- Sample ballot for the August 12, 2025, Primary Election
City Council
The City Council will meet to adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget and close the fiscal year 2025 budget. The body will also consider a construction contract for the Duchesne Airport.
- Recommendation to award Expand Taxilane, Reconst. Apron Project to TJS Construction, LLC
- Adoption of FY 2026 Budget
- Closing of FY 2025 Budget
- Compensation Disclosure Resolution 2025-04
- Independence Day Committee bank account and process decision
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the development of a short-term rental ordinance. The body will also consider a variance request for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and setback.
- ADU/Set back Variance: Richard Bushman
- Short-term Rental Ordinance Development
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the budget for fiscal year 2026. The body will also discuss professional services agreements and business licensing.
- Public hearing for FY 2026 budget
- Business license for Toes in the Sand Drink Co LLC (Lesley Fernandez)
- J-U-B Agreement for Professional Services Project #45-24-022/020
- City Council appointments
- Election updates from Myra Young
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a public hearing to receive public comment on the tentative budget for fiscal year 2026 (FY26). This meeting allows interested persons to be heard regarding the city's proposed spending plan.
- Public hearing regarding the tentative budget for fiscal year 2026
Duchesne City
Duchesne City has provided a public notice listing the candidates who filed for municipal office for the upcoming election. This notice is issued in accordance with Utah Code Section 20A-9-203(8).
- Mayor candidates: Jason Andrew Baker, Corby Patrick, and Deborah V. Herron
- City Council candidates: Dawnette Browning, Mark Eugene Nielsen, Jenny Adams, Janice Lynn Shipman, and Marty Anthony Herrera
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a plat amendment and the development of a short-term rental ordinance. The meeting includes a 15-minute open session for public comment.
- Plat amendment for Alan Poulson (Allison Hyde)
- Development of Short-term Rental Ordinance
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a work meeting to conduct a walkthrough of the Mickelson Building. The meeting also includes an executive session.
- Walkthrough of the Mickelson Building
- Executive Session
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a regular meeting at 500 East Main, Duchesne, UT, to approve minutes, review bills, and swear in a newly appointed council member. The council will also discuss updates to the Cemetery Ordinance under Title 7, Chapter 5.
- Appointment and swearing-in of Matthew C Skewes to fill vacant City Council seat
- Discussion of Cemetery Ordinance updates (Title 7, Chapter 5 - Public Ways and Property)
- Review of CIB 2023 Duchesne Infrastructure Replacement Project bills
- Public comment period for residents to address the council
City Council
The Duchesne City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and compensation disclosures. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and a public comment period.
- Budget discussion for Fiscal Year 2026
- Compensation disclosure discussion
- Executive session - Personnel
- Early Bird Preschool Occupancy report by Teressa Guest
City Council
This is a public notice of a City Council seat vacancy following the resignation of Council Member Tom Bruton, effective May 12, 2025. The Council will accept applications until May 21, 2025, with interviews scheduled for an open public meeting on May 27, 2025.
- Council Member Tom Bruton resigned effective May 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
- Applications for the vacant seat must be submitted by May 21, 2025 at 12:00 noon
- Applicants must be Duchesne City residents for 12 consecutive months, registered voters, and not convicted felons
- The term runs until December 31, 2025
- Interviews will be held May 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM at 500 E Main Street
Duchesne City
This notice announces the official polling location for the upcoming municipal election, as required by Utah Code. No other business is discussed; the agenda is solely an informational notice.
- Polling location: Duchesne City Office, 500 East Main Street, Duchesne, UT 84021
- Serves precincts DU12:DWGR and DU12:GR
- Election Day in-person voting on May 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Duchesne City
This is a formal notice of the 2025 Duchesne City Municipal Election, not a meeting with decisions or discussions. The notice announces the primary election (if needed) on August 12, 2025, and the general election on November 4, 2025. It also details the offices to be filled (Mayor and two City Council members, each a 4-year term), the candidate filing period from June 2–6, 2025, and the required filing fees ($35 for council, $100 for mayor).
- Primary election (if necessary): August 12, 2025; General election: November 4, 2025
- Offices to be filled: Mayor At-Large (4-year term) and two City Council Member At-Large seats (4-year terms)
- Candidate filing period: June 2–6, 2025, at Duchesne City Office, 500 East Main Street
- Filing fees: $35 for City Council candidates, $100 for Mayor candidates
- Notice includes special UOCAVA voter provisions and ADA accommodation contact
P & Z
The Duchesne Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on April 7, 2025 at 6 PM to discuss developing a short-term rental ordinance, review a PZ checklist, and approve prior meeting minutes. A 15-minute open session will allow public comment. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Short-term rental ordinance development discussion, with sample ordinances attached
- PZ checklist review by Commissioner Clay
- Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- 15-minute open session for public comments
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on March 10, 2025, at 6 p.m. at City Office Building, 500 E Main. They will consider a building permit for a property at 159 E 100 N St. and discuss developing a short-term rental ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a 15-minute open session for public comments.
- Building permit review for 159 E 100 N St.
- Short-term rental ordinance development discussion with sample ordinances
- Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Closed session item listed on agenda (no details provided)
Duchesne City
This is a procedural election notice, not a regular meeting agenda. No decisions or discussions are scheduled. The notice announces the November 4, 2025 general election for Mayor (4-year term) and two City Council members (4-year term), along with candidate qualifications and filing period.
- Municipal general election set for November 4, 2025
- Offices on ballot: Mayor (4-year term) and two City Council members (4-year term)
- Candidate filing period: June 1 – June 7, 2025
- Declaration of Candidacy must be filed in person at Duchesne City Office, 500 East Main Street
- Separate notice for overseas and military voters with electronic ballot application option
P & Z
This meeting is a notice-only recruitment session for the Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission, with no decisions or substantive discussions scheduled. The city is seeking community residents to serve on the commission, which reviews land-use projects and zoning requests. Applications require a statement of interest and resume.
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning commission will meet to review minutes from the previous meeting and address questions regarding a lot split for Jr. McLaughlin.
- Lot split questions: Jr. McLaughlin
P & Z
The Duchesne City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly adopt the Duchesne City Airport Overlay Ordinance 25-1. The agenda also includes a road vacation request by Clint Peatross for the Duchesne Townsite and a 15-minute open session for public comments.
- Public hearing on Duchesne Airport Overlay Ordinance 25-1
- Duchesne Townsite Road Vacation request by Clint Peatross
- 15-minute open session for public comments