Washington County, UT

Washington County Flood Control Board

The Washington County Flood Control Board Executive Committee will meet on September 1, 2026, to approve minutes from August 4 and a reimbursement agreement with American Conservation Experience. The meeting will also discuss Virgin River vegetation mapping, a preliminary budget spreadsheet from TAC, and a financial update. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the agenda text.

• Approve reimbursement agreement from American Conservation Experience
• Discuss Virgin River Vegetation Mapping regarding Phragmites monitoring and treatment
• Review preliminary budget spreadsheet from TAC
• Receive financial update from Camille Hastings

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for a 798.01-acre parcel (3001-TR-STL) located about 3 miles north of New Harmony, Utah. The change would rezone the property from OSC-20 (Open Space Conservation, 20-acre minimum lot size) to OST-20 (Open Space Transition, 20-acre minimum lot size). The applicant is Dusty Pulsipher. The hearing is scheduled for September 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM in St. George, with written comments accepted before the meeting.

• Proposed zone change from OSC-20 to OST-20 for parcel 3001-TR-STL (798.01 acres)
• Parcel located approximately 3 miles north of New Harmony, near Washington/Iron county border
• Public hearing on September 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM in St. George and via Zoom
• Written comments accepted by Community Development Department until before the meeting
• Applicant: Dusty Pulsipher

Land Use Authority

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026, to consider a proposed zone change for a 2.36-acre parcel at approximately 2735 E Bench Rd, Enterprise, UT. The change would rezone the property from A-20 (Agricultural, 20-acre minimum lot size) to RA-1 (Residential Agricultural, 1-acre minimum lot size). The applicant is Maya Western. Public comments can be made in person or in writing before the meeting.

• Proposed zone change from A-20 to RA-1 for parcel ER-3-18-NC, 2.36 acres, at 2735 E Bench Rd, Enterprise, UT
• Public hearing scheduled for September 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM in Washington County Administration Building Commission Chambers, 111 E. Tabernacle, St. George, UT
• Written comments accepted by Community Development Department, 111 East Tabernacle, St. George, UT 84770, or by phone at 435-301-7250

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposed zone change for a 7.07-acre parcel (7090-A-3-NW) from A-20 (Agricultural 20-acre minimum lot size) to A-10 (Agricultural 10-acre minimum lot size). The parcel is located west of State Highway 18 (Pinto Road), north of Ence Place (5000 North), adjacent to Dixie National Forest near Central, Utah. The applicant is John Littell. Public comments can be submitted in writing or at the meeting.

• Proposed zone change from A-20 to A-10 for parcel 7090-A-3-NW (7.07 acres)
• Applicant: John Littell
• Public hearing on September 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM at 111 E. Tabernacle, St. George, UT
• Written comments accepted by Community Development Department until meeting
• Meeting also available via Zoom (ID: 873 1880 8198, Passcode: 055022)

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission is holding a work meeting to review and discuss the redraft of Chapters 1-10 of Title 10. This is a discussion item only, with no formal decisions or public hearings listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss redraft of Chapters 1-10 of Title 10

County Commission

The County Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input on issuing up to $50,000,000 in sales tax revenue bonds. The funds are proposed for the St. George Regional Airport Expansion Project and the Dixie Center Project, including the purchase of an interest in and improvement of the Dixie Center.

• Public hearing on issuance of up to $50,000,000 in sales tax revenue (TRT and TRCC) bonds
• Proposed funding for St. George Regional Airport Expansion Project
• Proposed funding for Dixie Center Project (purchase of interest and expansion/improvement)
• Discussion of the potential economic impact of the projects on the private sector

Washington County Library Board

The Washington County Library Board will hold its regular meeting on December 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM in St. George, UT. The board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from February 4, 2026, and set the next meeting date. Routine items such as budget reviews, grant discussions, and library policy considerations are listed but no substantive decisions are specified.

• Approval of meeting agenda
• Review and approval of minutes from February 4, 2026
• Next meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026 at Hildale Branch Library
• Discussion of Carnegie, CLEF, and LSTA grants including Veyo Lockers project
• Library Card Policy review

Tax Advisory Board (TAB)

Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

The Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan's Land Acquisition Subcommittee is meeting to review current reserve inholdings, the completion of a Section 6 land exchange, the status of LWCF applications, and a Section 6 grant update for FY25. The agenda is largely routine, with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

• Review current Reserve inholdings
• Completion of Section 6 land exchange
• Status of LWCF applications and acquisition efforts
• Section 6 Grant update for FY25

County Commission

The Washington County Commission is accepting applications to fill one vacancy on the Dixie Deer Special Service District Administrative Control Board. The appointed term runs through December 31, 2027. Applications are due by September 21, 2026, and the commission will make the appointment in a public meeting after the deadline.

• One vacancy on Dixie Deer Special Service District Administrative Control Board
• Term ending December 31, 2027
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and registered voters in the district
• Applications due September 21, 2026, to Sarah Lloyd at Washington County Commission Office
• Appointment made in public meeting after application period closes

Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

The Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan Technical Committee is meeting to consider conservation options for habitat islands and fragmented desert tortoise populations. The committee will also receive an update on the Northern Corridor Record of Decision and lawsuit, as well as Zone 6 fencing and recreation planning. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June 10, 2026, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Consider conservation options for habitat islands and fragmented tortoise populations
• Update on Northern Corridor Record of Decision and lawsuit
• Zone 6 fencing and recreation planning
• Approval of June 10, 2026 minutes
• Meeting at 111 E. Tabernacle, St. George, UT 84770

County Commission

The Washington County Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and 16 regular agenda items. The commission will consider two property rezonings, several contracts and agreements, appointments to boards, and a grant agreement. The meeting also includes presentations, a search and rescue report, and purchase requests.

• Rezoning at Holt Canyon Road from A-20 to A-10 (applicant: Runway Ranch LLC)
• Rezoning at 200 W. 1600 N. Kolob from OST-20 to SFR-1 (applicant: staff and Teresa Turner)
• Contract with Brett Ryan for social media coordination services (R-2026-3806)
• Award of bid and contract for Desert Color NICA Project (R-2026-3808)
• Grant agreement with Utah Dept. of Agriculture and Food for predation management (R-2026-3812)

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, to review several land use applications, including zone changes, conditional use permits, a hillside development permit, and a residential treatment facility. The agenda includes public hearings for two zone changes and administrative reviews for other permits. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Zone change for parcel 7070-A-1-A-2-NC from A-20 to A-10 (17.5 acres, west of Enterprise) to allow completion of a dwelling
• Staff-initiated zone change for parcel 1040-C-1-A-HV from OST-20 to SFR-1 (3.1 acres, Kolob Reservoir shoreline)
• Conditional use permit for a pavilion on the Kolob parcel (Teresa Turner)
• Conditional use permit for a pre-fab communication building in Leeds (UTOPIA, Mike Stephenson)
• Hillside development permit for 798.01 acres east of New Harmony (Dusty Pulsipher)

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed zone change for a 17.50-acre parcel (7070-A-1-A-2-NC) from Agricultural 20-acre minimum (A-20) to Agricultural 10-acre minimum (A-10). The property is located west of Enterprise, north of Dixie National Forest. The applicant is James Jessop. Public comments may be submitted in writing or at the hearing.

• Proposed zone change from A-20 to A-10 for parcel 7070-A-1-A-2-NC (17.50 acres)
• Property is approximately 6 miles west of Enterprise on Hunt Creek Road, adjacent to Dixie National Forest
• Applicant: James Jessop
• Public hearing on August 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM in St. George and via Zoom

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed zone change from A-20 (Agricultural 20-acre minimum) to A-5 (Agricultural 5-acre minimum) for parcel 7090-A-3-NW. The 7.07-acre parcel is located west of State Highway 18, north of Ence Place, adjacent to Dixie National Forest near Central, Utah. The applicant is John Littell. The public may attend in person or via Zoom to express opinions.

• Proposed zone change from A-20 to A-5 for parcel 7090-A-3-NW (7.07 acres, west of State Highway 18, north of Ence Place)

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 11, 2026, to consider a proposed zone change for a 3.10-acre parcel along the eastern shoreline of Kolob Reservoir. The applicant, Teresa S. Turner, seeks to change the zoning from OST-20 (Open Space Transition) to SFR-1 (Seasonal Forest Residential).

• Public hearing on zone change from OST-20 to SFR-1
• Property: 1040-C-1-A-HV, 3.10 acres, Kolob Reservoir shoreline
• Applicant: Teresa S. Turner
• Meeting: Washington County Administration Building, 111 E. Tabernacle, St. George, UT 84770
• Meeting ID: 873 1880 8198, Passcode: 055022

Clerk/Auditor

The Washington County Clerk/Auditor has issued a notice regarding a proposed tax increase. The notice mentions Hildale City and Toquerville City.

• Proposed tax increase

Washington County Library Board

The Washington County Library Board is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss several building maintenance projects across branch libraries, a grant agreement for lockers in Veyo, and a recap of the summer reading program. The agenda also includes board member changes and a celebration item. Most items are for discussion or approval, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Consent agenda: approve minutes from June 3, 2026, and set next meeting for October 7 at St. George Branch
• Building repairs: Washington roof, Santa Clara mesquite tree, Hurricane fence, Hildale landscaping & AC, Enterprise pavilion, St. George book drop, New Harmony grounds cleanup
• LSTA Grant - Veyo Lockers: intergovernmental agreement
• America 250 discussion
• Summer Reading Recap

Washington County Library Board

The Washington County Library Board will meet to discuss routine consent items, building maintenance projects at multiple branches, a potential intergovernmental agreement for an LSTA grant for Veyo lockers, and a recap of the summer reading program. The agenda also includes board member changes and planning for America 250.

• Building considerations: Washington roof repair, Santa Clara mesquite tree, Hurricane fence, Hildale landscaping & air conditioning, Enterprise pavilion, St. George outside book drop, New Harmony grounds clean up
• LSTA Grant - Veyo Lockers - Intergovernmental Agreement
• America 250 discussion
• Summer Reading Recap
• Board Member Changes

County Commission

The Washington County Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM in St. George. The agenda includes a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for property near 300 North Main St. in Veyo, as well as several resolutions for contracts, leases, and funding agreements. Consent items cover routine claims, minutes, and administrative adjustments.

• Rezoning of property at approximately 300 North Main St., Veyo from M-1 and A-10 zones to MFG and A-10 zones (Ordinance 2026-1327-O)
• Resolution R-2026-3799: Contract amendment with the State of Utah for increased funding for the Children's Justice Center
• Resolution R-2026-3800: Lease Amendment No. 2 between Washington County and the United States
• Resolution R-2026-3804: TRT funding for a non-profit event in Washington County
• Resolution R-2026-3805: Professional services agreement for project management of the NICA Project at Desert Color

Washington County Flood Control Board

The Washington County Flood Control Board Executive Committee will vote on five action items, including a reimbursement agreement with St. George for property acquisition in Ft. Pierce Wash, amended policies and bylaws, and maintaining a $5,000,000 liability insurance policy. The board will also discuss the 2026 Virgin River Master Plan Update, woundfin fish culture efforts, and a financial update. The meeting is on August 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM at 111 East Tabernacle, St. George, with Zoom access.

• Vote on Reimbursement Agreement with City of St. George for Ft. Pierce Wash property acquisition
• Vote on Amended Flood Control Authority Policies and Procedures
• Vote on Amended Flood Control Authority Bylaws
• Vote to maintain $5,000,000 Liability Insurance Policy
• Discussion of 2026 Virgin River Master Plan Update and Vegetation Mapping

Board of Equalization (BOE) Hearings

The Washington County Board of Equalization will meet to review property tax exemptions and approve hearing officers. The board will also consider the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting.

• Consideration of property tax exemptions
• Approval of BOE Hearing Officers
• Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes

Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

The Washington County Habitat Conservation Advisory Committee meets to approve past meeting minutes, hear a biannual outreach report, and review utility projects including a waterline break and tank repair. Key discussions include updates on federal Endangered Species Act rule changes, survey work in Zone 6, and the status of the Northern Corridor and Zone 6 land acquisitions.

• Update on rescission of 'harm' definition under the Endangered Species Act by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
• Status of Northern Corridor and Zone 6 development
• Middleton waterline break repair
• Water tank project on Cottonwood Road
• TDS line repair near Pioneer Park

County Commission

The County Commission adopted a resolution to issue bonds for the Airport Expansion Project and the Dixie Center Project. The bonds will be funded by transient room tax and tourism, recreation, cultural, convention, and airport facilities tax revenues.

• Issuance of bonds not to exceed $50,000,000
• Estimated total cost of principal and interest: $97,573,250
• Funding for St. George Regional Airport expansion
• Funding for purchase, improvement, and expansion of the Dixie Center
• Maximum interest rate of 6.0% per annum for a term of up to 30 years

County Commission

The Washington County Commission will consider a resolution authorizing up to $50,000,000 in sales tax revenue bonds to finance improvements to the Dixie Center and St. George Regional Airport. Other items include a rezoning at 2751 E Bench Road, amendments to sign regulations and transient room tax, and numerous resolutions on grants, agreements, and property conveyances. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and presentations on Kolob Reservoir, employee longevity, and a new K9.

• Rezoning of Enterprise Ranchos Subdivision at ~2751 E Bench Road from RA-20 to RA-1
• Ordinance amending Title 8 Chapter 5 on Transient Room Tax
• Ordinance amending sign regulations in C-2 and C-3 zones
• Resolution authorizing up to $50,000,000 in sales tax revenue bonds for Dixie Center and airport
• Resolution approving fencing agreement with Tonaquint Ridge, Inc. for tortoise exclusion fencing

County Commission

This is a procedural notice: the regularly scheduled Washington County Commission meeting of July 7, 2026, has been rescheduled to July 14, 2026, at the same time and location. No agenda items are listed; this is only a date change.

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will review a concept plan for a multi-family residential development and a zone change to correct a 1962 error. The body will also consider a height variance for a single-family home and revisions to signage rules in Title 10.

• Concept plan for Furrow Springs: 180 apartment units on 12.15 acres near Hurricane
• Zone change for 2751 E Bench Road, Enterprise, from A-20 to RA-1
• Conditional Use Permit for a 47-foot tall home at 8766 N 1900 W in Diamond Valley
• Public hearing on miscellaneous Title 10 revisions, including signage
• Approval of June 9, 2026 meeting minutes

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review proposed miscellaneous updates to Title 10. The Commission will discuss these changes and make a recommendation to the County Commission.

• Proposed amendments to Title 10 regarding agritourism
• Proposed rural tourism zone
• Proposed signage and outdoor tourism overlay zone

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for a 2.4-acre parcel in the Enterprise Ranchos subdivision. The change would rezone parcel ER-3-15-NC from A-20 (Residential Agricultural 20-acre minimum) to RA-1 (Residential Agricultural 1-acre minimum). The applicant is Clay Covington. The public may attend in person or via Zoom, or submit written comments before the meeting.

• Proposed zone change from A-20 to RA-1 for parcel ER-3-15-NC (2.4 acres)
• Location: approximately 2751 E Bench Road, Enterprise, UT (Enterprise Ranchos subdivision)
• Applicant: Clay Covington
• Public hearing on July 14, 2026 at 1:30 PM in St. George and via Zoom

Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

The regular meeting of the Washington County Habitat Conservation Technical Committee scheduled for July 8, 2026, has been cancelled.

County Commission

The Washington County Commission will hold a special meeting on July 7, 2026, to canvass the results of the June 23, 2026 Primary Election and consider a resolution regarding a conservation easement in Confluence Park.

• Canvass of June 23, 2026 Primary Election results
• Resolution No. R-2026-3783 regarding Confluence Park conservation easement
• Meeting held at Washington County Administration Building, 111 East Tabernacle, St. George

Tax Advisory Board (TAB)

The Washington County Tourism Tax Advisory Board will meet to review reports on marketing, film, and media tours. The board is deciding on several requests including destination development, event sponsorship, and transit coverage.

• Consideration of Destination Development Request
• Consideration of SunTran Holiday Coverage Request
• Consideration of Zion Regional Recreation Management Plan Request
• Consideration of Event Sponsorship Request
• Review of April 30, 2026, minutes

Land Use Authority

The Washington County Planning Commission will hold a work meeting to review and discuss proposed changes to Title 10 covering agritourism and rural tourism regulations. No formal votes or decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Review of Title 10 code changes related to agritourism and rural tourism

Washington County Habitat Conservation Plan

The regular meeting for the Washington County Land Acquisition Subcommittee scheduled for June 24, 2026, has been cancelled.

Clerk/Auditor

This is a procedural public notice from the Washington County Clerk/Auditor regarding the 2026 Regular Primary Election, not a meeting with decisions or discussions. The notice details election day, ballot mailing procedures, polling place information, and logic and accuracy testing dates for tabulating equipment.

• Regular primary election held Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to nominate party candidates and nonpartisan school board candidates.
• Mail ballots sent starting 21 days before election; drop box and polling place info at elections.washco.utah.gov or 435.301.7248.
• Logic and accuracy testing of tabulating equipment on June 2, 2026 (pre-election) and June 29, 2026 (post-election) at 111 East Tabernacle St, St. George.
• Electronic marking devices available at vote centers for voters with disabilities.
• Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election day.

Clerk/Auditor

The Washington County Clerk/Auditor will meet to review and certify the results of the 2026 Regular Primary Election. The meeting includes the execution of standard canvass statistics, precinct-level results, and an audit certification.

• Canvass of 2026 Regular Primary Election results
• Execution of precinct-level results report
• Standardized Canvass Statistics execution
• Audit Certification execution
• Public hearing on election results

Recreation, Arts and Parks Advisory Board

The Washington County Recreation, Arts and Parks (RAP) Advisory Board will meet to review and update the 2027 application and financial worksheet. The board will also discuss its future meeting schedule and timeline.

• Review and update of 2027 Application / Financial Worksheet
• Approval of December 2, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of future meeting schedule and timeline