Holden public meetings in 2025

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet on December 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at 185 S. Main to approve the November 12, 2025 minutes, pay bills, and discuss various town projects including water meters, cemetery maintenance, and a procurement policy.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes
• Payment of payroll/reimbursements and bills
• Discussion of water project and read water meters monthly
• Discussion of cemetery maintenance and procurement policy
• Discussion of wage increases for board members and Mayor

Holden Town Council

The Town Council approved the 2025 General Plan and updated the town's procurement policy. The body also voted to increase monthly wages for the mayor and board members and approved a survey for the Hunter property.

• Adopted the 2025 Holden Town General Plan
• Approved Ludlow Engineering for survey services at R-1775 & 6550 for $2,900.00
• Increased monthly board member wages from $55.00 to $100.00 and mayor's wage from $70.00 to $140.00
• Approved Resolution 2025-3 to bill insurance for commercial fire suppression on the freeway
• Approved Ordinance 2025-2 regarding the town's procurement policy

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will hold public hearings to adopt the town's General Plan and a street right-of-way resolution. The council will also discuss increasing the Fire Department Fund to purchase a new water tanker.

• Adoption of the Holden Town General Plan
• Resolution 2025-2 Right of Way, Street Resolution
• Proposed $40,000 increase to Fire Department Fund line 5525 (equipment, supplies and maintenance) using PTIF account funds for a new water tanker

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet to discuss the final draft of the General Plan and various infrastructure updates. The body will consider a $40,000 budget increase for a water tank and a wage increase for the Mayor and board members.

• Approval of the final draft of the Holden General Plan
• Proposed $40,000 increase for the fire department budget for a water tank
• Proposed wage increase for the Mayor and board members
• Resolution to bill insurance for freeway fires
• Discussion of crack seal bids and a street ordinance

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council reviewed minutes from its October 8 meeting, approved payroll and bills, and discussed a draft general plan that incorporates town goals and policies. The council postponed a vote on adopting the general plan until December after public review. Members also approved infrastructure spending, including culvert pipes for drainage at 38 W. 100 S., and discussed water well drilling and fire department budget increases.

• Postponed vote on adopting the town general plan until December meeting
• Approved $3,000 for additional culvert pipes to fix drainage at 38 W. 100 S.
• Awarded $7,500 crack seal bid to Utah Asphalt for town roads
• Approved $40,000 increase to fire department budget for water tender purchase
• Proposed wage increases for mayor and board members starting 2026

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will hold its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on October 8, 2025, at 185 S. Main. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, financial transactions, and reports from officers and boards. Key items include review of the final draft of the Holden General Plan, street ordinance updates, town welcome sign design approval, painting Town Hall, well drilling, and cemetery expansion.

• Final draft of Holden General Plan ready for review
• Street right of way / Street ordinance (Tamara Dallin)
• Town welcome sign design approval (LaRee Stephenson)
• Painting Town Hall (LaRee Stephenson)
• Cemetery expansion (Mayor Darren Fox)

Holden Town Council

The Town Council approved a $1,134 contract for a new town welcome sign and discussed the timeline for a new water well project. Members also reviewed the town's General Plan and discussed potential cemetery expansion and internet service contracts.

• Approved $1,134 contract with Utah Sign Company for a new town welcome sign
• Discussed General Plan draft and potential public hearing in November
• Planned landfill burn for November 8, 2025
• Discussed phase one of water project (well drilling) funded by ECWAG grant
• Approved reimbursement for Thane Hillestad for fire hydrant painting supplies

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council met on September 10, 2025, to approve minutes, pay bills, and conduct routine business. The council unanimously canceled the November 4, 2025 municipal general election due to unopposed candidates and approved a $207,257.16 contract for AMI electric meters. The meeting also included updates on road maintenance, water quality, and fire department equipment.

• Approved $207,257.16 contract with Eaton for AMI electric meters, including installation and cloud services
• Unanimously canceled November 4, 2025 municipal general election due to unopposed candidates
• Approved payment of bills and payroll invoices from August 14 to September 10, 2025
• Discussed road crack sealing, street sign replacements, and landfill maintenance plans
• Approved $6,300 reimbursement for fire department assistance at the Gap Fire

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet to review reports on roads, water, and electric utilities. The agenda includes a resolution regarding the cancellation of the 2025 election.

• 2025 canceled election resolution 2025-1
• Roads and Landfill report: crack seal and street sign replacement
• Water and Fire Department report: lead and copper survey and well drilling timetable
• Electric report: AMI meters
• Parks & Recreation report: town welcome sign

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council passed Resolution 2025-1 to cancel the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election. This action declares all unopposed candidates elected to their respective offices.

• Resolution 2025-1: Cancellation of the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election
• Matthew Stephens declared elected to the office of Mayor
• Michael Bleazard declared elected to the office of City Council
• David Wood declared elected to the office of City Council

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will hold a work meeting at Holden Town Hall to discuss AMI meters for the town. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal decisions scheduled.

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet to approve previous minutes and process payroll and bills. The council will receive reports on town infrastructure, including the welcome sign, electric meters, and water leaks.

• Town welcome sign (Parks & Recreation)
• AMI meters (Electric)
• Customer leak (Water and Fire Department)
• Four-wheeler (Cemetery & Employees)
• Payment of payroll, reimbursements, and bills

Holden Town Council

The Town Council decided to fund a used water truck for the fire department and approved a water bill credit for a resident. Members also discussed upgrading to AMI electrical and water meters to address state corrective action regarding water flow standards.

• Approved $40,000 from fire department PTIF for a used water truck
• Approved 2/3 credit of June water bill for the Robertsons per resolution 2013-9
• Appointed Charles Tolley to the planning and zoning committee
• Discussed aluminum town welcome sign quotes of approximately $3,000
• Requested additional bids for a new public works 4-wheeler (Polaris quoted at $8,978; Can-am at $10,954)

Holden Town Council

The Town Council decided to amend a contract with Sunrise Engineering to conduct a new environmental clearance and test well. The body also reviewed landfill ordinances and discussed water conservation efforts at the park and cemetery.

• Approved $17,500 for an environmental study and $20,000 for a test well
• Decided to keep the August 2024 landfill ordinance without changes
• Approved a home building permit for Dalton and Amanda Barton at the south end of town
• Discussed replacing the faded town sign at the north end of town
• Planned replacement of a leaking water line near 200 S. 350 W.

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet to review reports on town infrastructure and services. Key discussions include a water project well drilling timetable and a landfill ordinance.

• Landfill ordinance
• Fire department use of landfill for training
• Water Project update regarding well drilling timetable
• Amendment of contract for environmental clearance
• Post office hours on July 24th

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will meet to address financial matters including the budget and tax rate certification. The meeting also includes reports on town infrastructure and the presentation of citizenship awards.

• Certification of tax rates
• Budget discussion
• Tree Ordinance and street right of way
• Water Project update
• Citizenship awards for Archer Jackson, Dreyden Jackson, and Hyrum Dutson

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the proposed budget. The council intends to adopt the budget during this meeting.

• Public hearing for the 2024-2025 fire department budget
• Public comment on the proposed 2016 fiscal year budget
• Adoption of the budget

Holden Town Council

This notice is for a change in the meeting date for the Holden Town Council. The meeting originally scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been moved to June 18, 2025.

Holden Town Council

The Town Council approved several budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, including the General Fund and utility funds. The council also addressed landfill access for non-residents and discussed potential electric meter upgrades.

• Approved 2025-2026 General Fund budget with revenue and expenditures of $313,250.00
• Approved 2025-2026 Electric Fund budget with $357,700.00 revenue and $314,850.00 expenditures
• Approved 2025-2026 Water Fund budget with $140,000.00 revenue and $87,550.00 expenditures
• Approved 2025-2026 Fire Department Fund budget with $40,000.00 revenue and $40,000.00 expenditures
• Transferred $5,663.00 from fire department PTIF to the general account to balance the 2024-2025 budget

Holden Town Council

This notice provides the official list of candidates who filed for the 2025 Election. It is a public notice rather than a meeting agenda with deliberative items.

• Mayor candidate: Mathew Stephens
• Town Council candidates: Michael Bleazard and David Wood

Holden Town Council

The Holden Town Council will hold its regular meeting to discuss a proposed water rate increase and a water project, among other reports. Council will also consider approval of prior minutes, payroll, and a declaration of candidacy for the upcoming town council election. The agenda includes reports on roads, parks, electric, and fire departments.

• Discussion of water rate increase and water project under Water and Fire Department report
• Approval of April 9, 2025 council meeting minutes
• Declaration of intent to run for Town Council (Rose Frost), with filing period June 2-6
• Report on spring clean-up and DUP cabinet under Roads and Landfill
• Planning and Land Use report by Ted Bennett

Holden Town Council

The Town Council decided to increase water rates effective June 1, 2025, to support a new well project and meet state loan requirements. The council also discussed plans for a new half-million-gallon water tank and the replacement of old electric poles.

• Approved new residential, secondary, and commercial water rates effective June 1, 2025
• Approved $250.00 donation for Maggie Stephens to attend Girls State
• Approved $821.98 contract with The Tire Shop for new backhoe tires
• Discussed purchasing and drilling a new well following geophysical studies
• Announced Fire Department open house on June 3 from 5-7pm