Town of Paragonah

The meeting included a public hearing and subsequent decision regarding a funding application to the Permanent Community Impact Fund Board for infrastructure projects, specifically for the construction of a fire access road, installation of culverts, and asphalt application for town roads. Further agenda items included discussions on staffing for the Town Maintenance Department, adoption of a zoning ordinance concerning fence height, and reviews of subdivision requirements and application fees. The meeting also encompassed departmental reports on water, power, fire, cemetery, planning, and zoning, as well as an open discussion period.

The board selected a new official town logo by combining elements from two contest entries. The Mayor provided updates on potential grading permit applications, UAMPS meetings, fire hydrant easements, and the evaluation of advanced metering infrastructure solutions. The Water report covered the review of the Water Improvement Project drawings, identification of missing meters, and necessary adjustments due to geological fault line findings. The board approved new application fees of $25 for Lot Boundary Line Adjustments and $50 for Simple Lot Subdivisions. Additional discussions included road maintenance coordination, regional transportation meeting insights, and the status of funding for a fire access road, concluding with a financial review and approval of bills.

The board discussed several items, including input for Iron County's Park, Recreation, and Open Spaces plans, and received the 2025 fiscal year audit report which resulted in an Unqualified Opinion. Discussions were held regarding UDOT's Off-Highway Vehicle policy and the potential for a power line easement to facilitate a power grid upgrade. The Mayor's report covered the acceptance of closed bids for old equipment, the approval of new basketball hoops for the local park, and ideas for improving park facilities. The board also appointed new members to the Water Board and reviewed reports from the Fire Department and the Planning Commission, including the approval of an ordinance regarding short-term rentals and bed and breakfast inns.

The proceedings included a public hearing concerning Ordinance 25-2, which proposes amendments to height restrictions for accessory buildings, general buildings, fences, walls, and hedges within the land use ordinance. Public comment specifically addressed potential exceptions for livestock fencing height. The Board adopted Ordinance 25-2 with an amendment concerning fence height stipulations. Key discussion points in the Mayor's report included changes to the UAMPS "All Requirements" power supply purchasing program and the status of the Sunnyside waste coal plant. The Mayor also reported on securing easements for utility lines. The Water Project status was updated, noting that Sunrise Engineering is conducting a Geotech report to determine the optimal location for the water tank relative to a fault line. The Board discussed new state legislation (bill 48) regarding wildfire risk reduction in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), which mandates property owner participation and new building codes. Additionally, funding for the fire access road and culverts for the Jungman Subdivision was noted, and the Mayor was presented with a cake to thank him for his service.

The meeting included the adoption of the agenda. Key discussions focused on the Mayor's report regarding UAMPS projects, specifically the authorization of Resolution No. 25-6 to participate in the Fremont Solar PPA Project, a 25-year power purchase agreement. The Water Department reported on ongoing improvement project plans and necessary site investigations. The Fire Department noted continued assistance to Parowan, and updates were provided regarding ordering materials for underground power repairs in the Red Creek Subdivision. The Planning Commission has completed the Short-Term Rental Ordinance draft and scheduled a public hearing, with coordination planned for road and transportation plan reviews. A discussion was held regarding the procurement or use of a town chip sealer for road maintenance. Concerns were addressed regarding decorative rock placed on a Town easement for the fire access road. The Board entered and exited executive session to address pending litigation and authorized the Town Attorney to proceed as directed.