Discussion & Consideration of Encroachment Permit
There is no encroachment permit to consider at this time.
Discussion & Consideration of Resolution #26-03; A Resolution Declaring the Existence of a Drought Emergency in Duchesne County, Utah – Pursuant to U.C.A. §17-78-307
Emergency Management Director Josh Phillips presented the resolution. He explained the need for the Resolution. The parties discussed the resolution and the current drought situation. Commissioner Chugg made a motion to adopt Resolution #26-03; A Resolution Declaring the Existence of a Drought in Duchesne County, Utah – Pursuant to U.C.A. §17-78-307. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Chugg voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.
Children’s Justice Center Report
Children’s Justice Center (CJC) Director Cheryl Boren presented the Duchesne County CJC Statistical Report from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. This report shows the number of cases opened, interviews conducted, CJC Medical Exams, MDT Case Reviews, the ages of the children at the center, types of abuse, the VOCA Counseling/Therapy – Counseling Sessions and Referrals to Therapy, the Criminal Court Filings, Genders of the children, Types of Abuse, and the Relationship of the Offender. The parties discussed how the Center is doing and how the numbers have increased again. Director Boren also presented a chart showing the number of cases for each law enforcement department in the county for 2023, 2024, and 2025. The parties discussed the numbers. Commissioner Miles asked why Roosevelt City’s numbers had decreased. Sheriff Travis Tucker explained his perspective on the reasons they have increased for Duchesne County and decreased for Roosevelt City. Commissioner Miles commented on his visit to the CJC and on the comfortable atmosphere the building provides. Attorney Stephen Foote explained his request to Officers to have children interviewed at the CJC, which can be used in court cases instead of the child having to testify in domestic violence cases.
Discussion & Consideration of a Forensic Interview Specialist for the Children’s Justice Center
Children’s Justice Center (CJC) Director Cheryl Boren explained why it is important to have a Forensic Interview Specialist on staff at the CJC and why it is best practice. Duchesne County is one of the four in the state that don’t have a Forensic Interview Specialist. The cases continue to increase year after year. The cost for a part-time Forensic Interview Specialist through UBAOG would be about $51,000 per year. The parties discussed how to budget the position and the need for flexibility for interviews.
Discussion & Consideration of the Memorandum of Understanding Between Duchesne County and Duchesne County Children’s Justice Center Advisory Board
Children’s Justice Center (CJC) Director Cheryl Boren presented and explained the MOU between the County and the CJC Advisory Board. The parties discussed the MOU. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the MOU between the County and the CJC Advisory Board and authorize the chair to sign. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Chugg voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.
Discussion & Consideration of the Memorandum of Understanding for the Duchesne County Children’s Justice Center and Community Partners
Children’s Justice Center (CJC) Director Cheryl Boren presented and explained the MOU between the CJC and Duchesne County. The program provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and intergovernmental response to child abuse victims at the CJC. The parties discussed the MOU. Commissioner Chugg made a motion to approve the MOU for the Duchesne County CJC and Community Partners and authorize the chair to sign. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Chugg voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.
Recess 10:22 a.m. to 10:33 a.m.
Commissioner Chugg made a motion to saunter. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Chugg voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.