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RV camping to support workforce housing?: Council considers solutions to Moab’s critical employee housing shortage

Moab Sun News4 years ago2 years ago

Lines stretch double their typical length, wait times have increased and short staffing seems to have become the norm at a number of local businesses and even government entities in Moab. Jobs have…

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Walnut Lane, Highway 191, transportation discussed at July 27 City Council meeting

Moab Sun News4 years ago2 years ago

The City of Moab’s Walnut Lane affordable housing project has hit a major snag that could send the project back to square one. According to an update from Moab Senior Projects Manager Kaitlin…

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What do you love about Grand County?: Commissioners workshop strategic plan and vision for county

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

“Without vision, the people perish” said new Grand County Planning and Zoning Director John Guenther at a July 20 Grand County Commission Workshop. Guenther led the commission in an exercise to brainstorm ideas…

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Hello? Can you hear me?: Commissioners vote ‘no’ on cell tower

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

In 2018, a company called Insite Development approached the Old Spanish Trail Arena with a proposal to lease a 2500 square-foot parcel on the arena property to erect a 130-foot tower that would…

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Agencies coordinate to fight homelessness: Council focuses on those with severe needs amidst housing crisis

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

“Homelessness is a very real situation in Moab, even though we don’t always see it,” said Liz Donkersloot. She’s the housing resource coordinator for the Moab Valley Multicultural Center, one of several social…

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New housing regulation: Health department seeks to clarify tenant/landlord responsibilities

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

Public comment is open now through July 21 on a new housing regulation being proposed by the Southeast Utah Health Department. According to SEUHD Environmental Health Director Orion Rogers, the new regulation isn’t…

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Lowered speed limits, Mill Creek infrastructure details and ARPA funding: Notes on the July 13 Moab City Council meeting

Moab Sun News4 years ago2 years ago

At their regular meeting on July 13, the Moab City Council discussed the city’s prima facie speed limit, details of the Mill Creek Drive Water Improvements Project and plans for incoming funding from…

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Survey indicates decline in Moab wellbeing: USU study of Moab residents showed 62% decline in personal wellbeing

Moab Sun News4 years ago2 years ago

Each year, Utah State University releases its Utah Wellbeing Survey in collaboration with the Utah League of Cities and Towns. The project aims to paint a more detailed picture of residents’ wellbeing in…

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Community Rebuilds keeps on trucking: Latest projects include four new affordable homes, reclaimed material fence

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

Local affordable housing nonprofit Community Rebuilds has been combining sustainable building practices, education, and affordable housing since its founding by now-mayor Emily Niehaus in 2010. Community Rebuilds interns and volunteers are currently working…

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Grand County Commission discusses renewable energy, tourism promotion, and housing ordinance

Rachel Fixsen4 years ago4 years ago

Notes from the Grand County Commission’s June 15 meeting The Grand County Commissioners unanimously approved a move to put eight of the county’s 37 power meters onto a subscriber solar program offered by…

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