Beaver County

The agenda for the meeting includes several key new business items. These topics involve the Minersville Board Seat consideration, a vote on the RCG Allocation Adjustment for Sleepy Lagoon, discussions regarding Economic Development Strategy Plan Surveys and Next Steps, collecting questions for the Business Survey, an introduction to the Sol Utah Small Business AI Tool, an announcement regarding Incoming Blueprint Training, and a discussion concerning the Olene Walker Trust Fund Lots in Milford. The meeting will also address the approval of the January minutes.

Key discussion items scheduled for the meeting include confirmation of contact information for members, a review of Travel Council Members Advisory Roles, presentation and subsequent vote on a Rebranding proposal, and discussion of Travel Council Fund Requests. The agenda also allocates time for a TRT/Tax Report and a virtual connection with Cherry Peak Resort.

The Commission Work Meeting involved several key actions and discussions. County Bills were reviewed and unanimously approved. Lincoln Hill Partners provided an update on areas of focus for monitoring during the upcoming Legislative Session. The Commission considered and unanimously authorized the signature on Resolution 2026-01, which amends the Fee Schedule. A discussion took place regarding the Conservation Easement for the Puffer Lake Property with the DNR, with agreement on language subject to revisions in specific sections. Val Smith was recognized for 55 years of service in Beaver County Search and Rescue, and Sheila Shotwell was recognized upon her retirement after 18 years as the Council on Aging Coordinator. Ordinance 2026-01, establishing an Agriculture Protection Area for the Jed and Rebecca Albrecht Property (following a public hearing held on January 6), was adopted unanimously. Finally, the Commission discussed concerns regarding HB 48 and considered action related to the Five County AOG Resolution addressing the Wildland Urban Interface bill.

The regular Commission Meeting addressed several administrative and operational matters, including the appointment of the 2026 Commission Chairman, finalizing commission assignments, and approving the 2026 Commission Meeting Schedule, with all required Conflict-of-Interest Disclosure forms to be submitted subsequently. The Commission approved county bills. A public hearing was held regarding the Albrecht Agriculture Protection Application for Jed Albrecht Farms, which ultimately passed unanimously following presentations and receiving public comment both in support and opposition. The Commission appointed or reappointed members to the Planning and Zoning Board. Action was taken to authorize the signature on the Assignment Order and Probable Cost for the Puffer Lake Project with Jones & DeMille, which anticipates construction beginning in the summer, dependent on funding. Additionally, two touchscreen monitors, one convection oven, and three commercial freezers were declared surplus to be sold for $10 each. The DNR Conservation Easement was tabled, and the Commission ratified the signature on an Outdoor Recreation Grant Contract for $15,000 for the Young Guns Trap Club. Proposed updates to the 2026 Building Department Fee Schedule will be reviewed at a future meeting.

The meeting began with introductions and opening ceremonies including a prayer and pledge of allegiance. A central topic was a CDBG public hearing regarding possible applications for the 2026 funding cycle, emphasizing that funds must benefit low and moderate-income persons. Discussion involved requests for funding for a new ambulance for Beaver Ambulance and a potential need for a new food bank. Other discussions included vehicle allocation (a Chevy Cruze transfer to Council on Aging), the purchase of rugged notebook batteries for patrol cars, and clarification on outstanding bills, including a $1,000 residual payment related to past event funding. The Human Resources topics involved ratifying three new hires for the senior center, sheriff's office, and maintenance department, and discussion and proposed resolution for implementing a 2% employer 401k match to aid in employee retention and recruitment.