Duchesne County meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Duchesne County seeks Land Use Appeal Authority; zoning and Pole Line Road items on Oct. 19 agenda

Duchesne County is soliciting proposals from a qualified professional to serve as its Land Use Appeal Authority, one of several items listed on the County Commission's October 19, 2026 agenda. The same agenda listed two zoning map amendments and a purchase contract for property tied to Pole Line Road rehabilitation. No minutes from the October 19 meeting have been published, so the available record does not show whether commissioners voted on these items or what the outcome was.

Land Use Appeal Authority: four-year term, November 13 deadline

The county issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a qualified professional to review and decide appeals involving land use matters in accordance with Ordinance No. 26-432. The initial contract term would be four years, with options for one-year extensions. Proposals are due November 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

Zoning amendments and Pole Line Road property

Commissioners were scheduled to consider Ordinances 26-434 and 26-435, both of which would amend zoning from A-5 Agriculture to A-21/2 Agriculture. The agenda also listed a purchase contract for Roger's Property associated with Pole Line Road Rehabilitation. The documents provided do not identify the property's location, size, or price, and do not state whether the contract was approved.

Other items on the October 19 agenda

• FY2027 Utah Violent Crime Clearance Rate (VCCR) Rural Discretionary Grant
• Letter of Collaboration for a 2-Phase Project to research a Produced Water Treatment Center
• Resolution 26-08 supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans 2026

The meeting was described as a combined working and regular meeting that also covered administrative updates and appointments.

October 12 meeting cancelled

The Board of Duchesne County Commissioners did not hold a working or regular meeting on October 12, 2026. The cancellation was in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day.

A separate October 19 notice for the Board of Equalization states that the board meets during the weekly County Commission meeting. That notice listed no specific agenda items.

Coming up

October 26 — Duchesne County Commission. Agenda items include awarding the 2027, 2028, and 2029 Rodeo Bids; discussion of the National Opioid Settlement Agreement specific to Albertsons; consideration of an agreement to advance tax revenue for Pinon Forest Special Service District bond payments; and review of an RFP for an independent auditor. A Board of Equalization hearing on tax adjustments is scheduled for 1:00 pm. A separate Board of Equalization notice for the same date lists no specific agenda items.

November 2 — Board of Equalization. Meets during the weekly County Commission meeting; no specific agenda items are listed in the notice.

November 4 — Duchesne County Planning Commission. Two public hearings are scheduled: the Final Plat for the Defa Dude Ranch Subdivision, and an Industrial Conditional Use Permit for an Above-ground Storage Tank (AST) for SM Energy.

November 9 — Board of Equalization. Meets during the weekly County Commission meeting; no specific agenda items are listed in the notice.

Duchesne County agendas cover zoning, a land purchase, gravel and rental permits — but no outcomes are posted

Duchesne County boards posted agendas over the past two weeks covering zoning changes, a property purchase, gravel and short-term rental permits, grants and a rodeo contract. None of the records supplied for this roundup include minutes, so no decisions, votes or outcomes are available for any of the meetings below. What follows is what was noticed, not what was settled.

Planning Commission: four public hearings set for Oct. 7

The Duchesne County Planning Commission noticed a 5:00 p.m. meeting at 734 North Center Street, Duchesne, with four public hearings:

• A conditional use permit request from Andrew Oviatt to operate a short-term rental Resort Lodge on Parcel #00-0006-7177, Section 13, Township 2 South, Range 5 West.
• A conditional use permit request from Jim Hogan for a critical infrastructure material operation on Parcel #00-0009-7158, Section 14, Township 4 South, Range 3 West.
• A rezone request for Parcel 00-0003-5562, identified as Snyder, LeiAn.
• A rezone request for parcel 00-0035-1520, identified as Stringham, Stacy.

The rezone notices do not state the current or proposed zoning designation for either parcel. No electronic or telephonic participation was offered. ADA accommodations require calling the Planning Office at least three days in advance; the contact listed is Mike Gottfredson, mikeg@duchesne.utah.gov, 435-738-1135.

Commission agenda: grants, tax abatements, appointments

The Duchesne County Commission noticed a combined working and regular meeting for 9:00 a.m. Oct. 5 at 734 N. Center Street. Listed items included a Governor's Office of Economic Development Rural County Grant, continuing the Junk Vehicle Removal Program, tax abatements, approach permits, and the Russian Olive Tree / Water Study. Appointments listed were a Centrally Assessed Advocate and board members to the Upper Country Water District, plus ratification of a letter of support for FAST Systems, LLC. A Board of Equalization hearing on tax adjustments was set for 1:00 p.m., and a closed meeting was listed for specified topics including litigation and real property.

Rodeo producer bids due Oct. 23

The Commission is soliciting price quotations for a contractor to produce two rodeos per year for 2027, 2028 and 2029. Bids are due Oct. 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and will be opened during the Oct. 26 Commission meeting. The notice requires the contractor to provide specified livestock and personnel for each day and to maintain $1,000,000 liability insurance for bodily injury.

Economic Advisory Board: grant applications

The Duchesne County Economic Advisory Board noticed a meeting to consider appointing a county representative, an update on the FY27 RCG application, an FY27 Rural Communities Opportunity Grant intent to apply for Duchesne County/Roosevelt City and Duchesne City, and eligibility requirements for matching grant funds.

Oct. 12 meeting canceled

The Commission did not hold a working or regular meeting on Oct. 12, 2026, in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Coming up

The Commission meets Oct. 19 with Ordinances 26-434 and 26-435 to amend zoning from A-5 Agriculture to A-21/2 Agriculture, and a purchase contract for Roger's Property associated with Pole Line Road Rehabilitation. Also listed: an FY2027 Utah Violent Crime Clearance Rate Rural Discretionary Grant, a Letter of Collaboration for a two-phase project to research a Produced Water Treatment Center, and Resolution 26-08 supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans 2026.

The Board of Equalization meets during the weekly Commission meeting on Oct. 19, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2. Those notices list no specific agenda items.

Duchesne County agendas cover rodeo bids, land-use hearings and grants; no outcomes yet recorded

Duchesne County boards scheduled a run of early-October meetings covering economic development grants, tax abatements, a multi-year rodeo contract and four land-use hearings. The documents reviewed for this roundup are agenda notices only. No minutes have been published, so no votes, decisions or dollar amounts are recorded for any of the items below.

Rodeo producer sought for 2027-2029

The Duchesne County Commission is soliciting price quotations for a contractor to produce two rodeos per year in 2027, 2028 and 2029. Bids are due October 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and will be opened during the Commission meeting on October 26, 2026.

The invitation requires the contractor to provide specified livestock and personnel for each day and to maintain $1,000,000 in liability insurance for bodily injury. The notice does not state a budget or contract amount.

Planning Commission sets four hearings for Oct. 7

The Planning Commission scheduled public hearings for October 7 at 5:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at 734 N Center St, Duchesne, UT 84021:

• Andrew Oviatt's request for a conditional use permit to operate a short-term rental Resort Lodge on Parcel #00-0006-7177, Section 13, Township 2 South, Range 5 West.
• A rezone request for Parcel 00-0003-5562 (Snyder, LeiAn). The notice does not state the current or proposed zoning designation.
• Jim Hogan's conditional use permit for a critical infrastructure material operation on Parcel #00-0009-7158, Section 14, Township 4 South, Range 3 West.
• A rezone of parcel 00-0035-1520 (Stringham, Stacy). The notice does not state the current or proposed zoning designation.

No electronic or telephonic participation is available. ADA accommodations require calling the Planning Office at least three days in advance. Comments are accepted by email or mail to the Duchesne County Planning Division. The listed contact is Mike Gottfredson, mikeg@duchesne.utah.gov, 435-738-1135. A separate October 7 Planning Commission notice contained only procedural boilerplate and listed no items.

Commission agenda: grants, tax abatements, appointments

The Commission's October 5 combined working and regular meeting, set for 9:00 a.m. at 734 N. Center Street in Duchesne, listed discussion and possible action on a Governor's Office of Economic Development rural county grant, continuing the Junk Vehicle Removal Program, tax abatements, approach permits and the Russian Olive Tree / Water Study.

Appointments listed were a Centrally Assessed Advocate and board members to the Upper Country Water District, along with ratification of a letter of support for FAST Systems, LLC. A Board of Equalization hearing on tax adjustments was set for 1:00 p.m., and a closed meeting was listed for specified topics including litigation and real property.

Economic Advisory Board: FY27 grant applications

The Economic Advisory Board's October 7 agenda listed discussion and consideration of appointing a county representative, an update on the FY27 RCG application, an FY27 Rural Communities Opportunity Grant Intent to Apply for Duchesne County/Roosevelt City & Duchesne City, and discussion of the RCG application and eligibility requirements for matching grant funds.

Oct. 12 meeting cancelled

The Board of Duchesne County Commissioners did not hold a working or regular meeting on October 12, 2026, in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Coming up

• **Oct. 19** — Board of Equalization meets during the weekly County Commission meeting. No specific agenda items are listed in the notice.
• **Oct. 26** — Board of Equalization meets during the weekly County Commission meeting; this is also the date bids for the 2027-2029 rodeo producer are to be opened. No specific Board of Equalization agenda items are listed.

Because only agendas were available for the meetings above, this roundup cannot report what any board decided. Readers should check the county's posted agendas and minutes for outcomes.

County Commission to award 2000 West Overlay bid, select ambulance provider

The Duchesne County Commission meets today at 9:00 a.m. for a combined working and regular meeting. The board will consider awarding a bid for the 2000 West Overlay Project, selecting an ambulance provider, and appointing members to the Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District. A public hearing at 1:00 p.m. will consider Ordinance 26-432.

2000 West Overlay Project

The commission's Aug. 3 agenda included opening and awarding bids for the 2000 West Overlay Project. Today the board will discuss and consider awarding the bid. No bid amounts or contractor names are listed in the agenda.

Ambulance provider

The board will discuss and consider selecting an ambulance provider. No provider names or contract terms are listed in the agenda.

Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District

The commission is seeking applicants to fill vacant seats on the Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District board, with applicants from the Tabiona/Hanna area. The application deadline was Aug. 7 at 5:00 p.m. Board terms end Dec. 31, 2027. Today the board will discuss and consider appointing members.

Public hearing: Ordinance 26-432

At 1:00 p.m., a public hearing will consider Ordinance 26-432, which amends appeal authority, appeal and variance hearing requirements, and the appeal standard of review.

Recent meetings

At its July 27 meeting, the commission discussed ratifying a leasing agreement with Super Com for the probation program, purchasing shelving for the new Road Department Building, approving new business licenses, and reviewing the independent auditor report. The board also recognized the 4H Livestock Judging Team State Championship. A closed session was scheduled for strategy discussions on personnel, litigation, property, and security matters.

Also on July 27, the commission requested resumes or letters of interest for the Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District vacancies.

The Planning Commission held a public hearing July 30 on the preliminary plat for the WildHorse Ridge 1 Subdivision. No decision is listed in the agenda.

The Council of Governments met July 27 to consider minutes from the June 1 meeting, discuss county fair activities, receive a UBAOG update, and talk about upcoming events. No decisions are listed.

Minutes for all recent meetings have not yet been published, so no final decisions or vote tallies are available.

Coming up

• **Duchesne County Commission** — today, Aug. 10, 9:00 a.m. Combined working and regular meeting. Items include the 2000 West Overlay Project bid award, ambulance provider selection, Hanna Water & Sewer board appointments, a temporary beer permit, and a closed session. Public hearing on Ordinance 26-432 at 1:00 p.m.

County set to award 2000 West Overlay bids today; recent meetings yielded no recorded decisions

Duchesne County's recent government meetings produced no recorded decisions, as minutes have not yet been published for any of the past two weeks' sessions. The most consequential action on the calendar is scheduled for today, Aug. 3, 2026, when the County Commission is set to open and award bids for the 2000 West Overlay Project.

Commission meeting cancelled July 20

The Duchesne County Commission did not hold its combined working and regular meeting on July 20, 2026, because a quorum could not be obtained. No business was conducted.

Library Board to weigh 2027 budget recommendation

The Duchesne County Library Board met July 21, 2026, with an agenda that included recommending the 2027 library budget to the County Commission. Other listed items were a review of the circulation policy to renew accounts every 2 years instead of annually, the reappointment of Jesse Walker for a 2nd term, discussion of exterior lettering for the Duchesne Branch, and acknowledgment of a $1,000 donation from Steven Cowling. Minutes have not been published, so no outcomes are confirmed.

Council of Governments discusses county fair

The Duchesne County Council of Governments met July 27, 2026, to consider minutes from its June 1, 2026 meeting, discuss county fair activities, receive a UBAOG update, and talk about upcoming events. No specific decisions, budgets, or ordinances were listed on the agenda.

Commission seeks applicants for Hanna Water & Sewer board

The County Commission is requesting resumes or letters of interest to fill vacant seats on the Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District board. Applicants should be from the Tabiona/Hanna area. The application deadline is August 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Board terms end December 31, 2027.

Commission agenda included probation lease, auditor report

Also on July 27, the County Commission had a combined working and regular meeting scheduled with several items for discussion and consideration: recognition of the 4H Livestock Judging Team State Championship; purchasing shelving for the new Road Department Building; ratifying an Agency Leasing Agreement with Super Com for the Probation Program; new business licenses; and the Independent Auditor Report. A closed session was scheduled for strategy discussions on personnel, litigation, property, and security matters. No minutes have been published.

Planning Commission set public hearing on WildHorse Ridge 1

The Duchesne County Planning Commission met July 30, 2026, with a public hearing scheduled to review the preliminary plat for the WildHorse Ridge 1 Subdivision. A separate Planning Commission agenda for the same date consisted of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed.

Coming up

• **Aug. 3 — County Commission:** Combined working and regular meeting. Scheduled items include opening and awarding bids for the 2000 West Overlay Project, consideration of a Temporary Beer Permit, new business licenses, Board of Equalization valuation changes, and a support letter for Self-Help and Acquisition Rehabilitation Programs.
• **Aug. 7 — Application deadline:** Resumes or letters of interest for the Hanna Water & Sewer Improvement District board vacancies are due by 5:00 p.m.

Duchesne County Commission addresses official pay, gas development agreement; July 20 meeting cancelled for lack of quorum

Duchesne County's recent government activity centered on a July 13 Commission meeting where elected officials' compensation and a natural gas development agreement were scheduled for discussion, but minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed. The Commission's July 20 meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be obtained.

Commission: July 13 meeting

The Duchesne County Commission held a combined working and regular meeting on July 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The agenda included several items of note for residents, though minutes have not yet been published and no decisions can be confirmed.

Scheduled items included:

• **Resolution #26-05**, establishing compensation increases for executive county officers and department heads. A separate public hearing was also listed to discuss amending elected officials' compensation more broadly.
• A **second amendment to the programmatic agreement** for the West Tavaputs Plateau natural gas development, involving the BLM, the state, and counties.
• Discussion of a **Strata Networks agreement** for a new Road Department building, and consideration of purchasing propane tanks for the Road Department.
• **Resolution #26-06**, appointing board members to the Hanna Water & Sewer Special Improvement District.
• **Ordinance #26-433**, amending Title 9, Chapter 6, Section 3, and a public hearing to correct the county's public entity type designation.
• A 1:00 PM public hearing on amendments to county code regarding appeals and variances.

Because minutes are not yet available, it is not possible to report what was approved, rejected, or tabled.

Commission: July 20 meeting cancelled

The Commission's July 20 combined working and regular meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be obtained. No business was conducted.

Library Board: July 21 meeting

The Duchesne County Library Board met July 21, 2026. The agenda listed a vote to recommend the 2027 Library Budget to the County Commission, a review of the circulation policy to renew accounts every two years instead of annually, and the reappointment of Jesse Walker for a second term. The board also discussed exterior lettering for the Duchesne Branch and acknowledged a $1,000 donation from Steven Cowling. Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.

Coming up

• **July 27 — Duchesne County Council of Governments**: Discussion of county fair activities, a UBAOG update, and consideration of minutes from the June 1 meeting. No specific decisions or budgets are listed.
• **July 27 — Duchesne County Commission**: Items include ratifying a leasing agreement with **Super Com** for the probation program, purchasing shelving for the new Road Department building, reviewing new business licenses, considering the Independent Auditor Report, and recognizing the **4H Livestock Judging Team State Championship**. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, property, and security matters.
• **July 30 — Duchesne County Planning Commission**: A public hearing on the **preliminary plat review for WildHorse Ridge 1 Subdivision**. A separate Planning Commission agenda for the same date lists only procedural items with no specific decisions noted.