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…
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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 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…
Proposed RV campground at Willow Springs debated: Notes from the Grand County Commission meeting
Local businessman Reed Pendleton has been working with county officials for years to try to get approval to create a developed RV campground north of town on the west side of Highway 191….
Hello? Can you hear me?: Commissioners vote ‘no’ on cell tower
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…
Agencies coordinate to fight homelessness: Council focuses on those with severe needs amidst housing crisis
“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…
Grand County Commission notes and department reports
At their regular June 1 meeting, the Grand County Commission heard presentations from county agencies and departments and approved a letter expressing continuing opposition to a proposed highway through the Book Cliffs. Film…
Community considers how to respond to vandalism incidents at historic landmarks
“I’m greatly disturbed, dismayed, and lastly, saddened by the recent vandalism that has occurred, both at the Birthing Rock and the Sunshine Wall,” said Commissioner Trisha Hedin at the May 4th Grand County…
GCHS student, Lillian Scott, joins library board
At their April 20 regular meeting, the Grand County Commission unanimously approved the appointment of Grand County High School sophomore Lillian Scott to join the Grand County Library board as a non-voting, volunteer…
A thank you to outgoing commissioners Halliday, Paxman and Wells
Grand County Commission Chair Mary McGann recognized outgoing commissioners at the Dec. 15 meeting, offering personalized praise as well as commemorative plaques. McGann commended Commissioner Greg Halliday’s commitment to the many boards on…