Meeting at a glance: Grand County Commission, December 6, 2023
The commission furthered its discussions of its 2024 budget
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Meeting at a glance: Grand County Commission, Nov. 28, 2023
Agenda items included a flood hazard mitigation project, the annual budget, and tax forgiveness.
WWII bridge guards honored
The Historic Preservation Commission is proposing to place a small plaque on the boulder summarizing that history.
“Miscommunication” on HB 180
Grand County Commissioners were dismayed last week by a presentation on House Bill 180, which imposes education requirements on OHV operators.
Economic Development Department update
Economic Development Department Director August Granath shared updates on the department’s recent activities and achievements.
Commission hears results of 2021 financial audit
Grand County commissioners heard a presentation on the results from a 2021 county audit conducted by the independent auditing firm Larson & Co.
Commission allocates funding to districts
The Grand County Commission unanimously approved the allocation of various funds to five special service districts that offer critical services to the community.
Josie Kovash appointed to county commission
On April 5, Grand County Commissioners voted unanimously to appoint Josie Kovash to fill a vacancy left on the commission when former Chair Gabriel Woytek resigned to take a position as the County…
County Commission notes: New commission chair
Former Commission Chair Gabriel Woytek resigned from his position on the commission to take on the County Clerk/Auditor position on Mar. 4. The commission voted to announce a vacancy on the commission and…
County Commission notes: Farm stand stirs discussion on conditional-use permits
Easy Bee Farm, located in Spanish Valley, produces and sells fruits, vegetables, eggs and other goods to local markets and directly to consumers through a community supported agriculture program. The owner, Rhonda Gotway-Clyde,…
County Commission notes: County responds to HB146
At a March 15 meeting, commissioners approved a letter to Utah Governor Spencer Cox asking him to veto House Bill 146, which limits municipalities’ powers to regulate ATV businesses. The bill passed both…
County Commission notes: New COVID-19 protocols
On Mar. 15 the Grand County Commission held its first “hybrid” virtual/in-person meeting since the pandemic began, with some members gathering in the county chambers and others attending by Zoom. The format allows…
Land use code updates: County commissioners consider objectives and priorities
At their Mar. 1 meeting, Grand County commissioners discussed updates to the county’s land use code. Planning and zoning staff presented a list of ideas that have been suggested and asked for direction…
County Commission welcomes new chair: Notes from the Jan. 4 meeting of the Grand County Commission
The Grand County Commission voted in a new chair and vice-chair at their first meeting of 2022. Commissioner Gabriel Woytek, who had been serving as vice chair, was unanimously approved to serve as…
Grand County commission notes: New voting districts, Sand Flats update, and public hearings
At their Dec. 7 meeting, Grand County Commissioners discussed the Bureau of Land Management’s travel plan revision for the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges area. They also discussed redistricting boundaries, the Sand Flats Recreation Area,…
County commission considers developments: In recent years, community tries to manage growth
At its Oct. 5 meeting, the Grand County Commission considered two development proposals: an RV campground in the Willow Springs area, which the body declined to approve, and the final plat of the…