2023 legislative session winds down
The 2023 Utah State Legislative session ends on March 3.
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Council further discusses utility increase
Trash rates will increase by $2 per month for residents.
New special event permit process: still working out kinks
The county spent many months crafting a special events permit process.
Sand Flats submits grant to pave road
Visitation has increased by 99% over the past 12 years.
What the city’s legislative lobbyist is watching this session
During the Feb. 14 City Council meeting, Casey Hill provided an update as to which bills he’s been watching over the past few weeks.
Tourism tax reform bill drafted
HB416 targets economic diversification spending, worrying local government
Grand County hires Emergency Manager
Cora Phillips will be the full-time emergency manager
Trash, stormwater rates may soon increase
“This is very hard to discuss,” said Councilmember Rani Derasary.
Possible tourism tax reform casts shadow over local budgets
Lyman says concerns center on grant program
Bear management plan approved
One of Grand County’s recommendations will likely be reconsidered next year