- Fund 34 (Municipal Building Authority) revenue total is $764,000.00, and the expenditures are $764,000.00 for a difference of $0.00.
- Fund 41 (Capital Project Fund) Contributions and transfers total $9,000,000.00, and the capital project total is $9,000,000.00 for a difference of $0.00.
- Fund 72 (CJC Grant Fund) revenue total is $300,000.00, and the expenditures are $300,000.00 for a difference of $0.00.
- Fund 74 (Grants) revenue total is $190,000.00, and the expenditures are $190,000.00 for a difference of $0.00.
The parties discussed the tentative budget and the possibility of truth and taxation in the future. This is a tentative budget; adjustments can be made until the budget hearing on December 9, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
Discussion & Consideration of the Board of Equalization (BOE) Adjustments
Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen presented two appeal applications. She explained that the deadline to file an appeal was September 17th. These were received on October 24th. The board can allow the hearing officer to review them or deny the request because of the late application. If denied, the property owner could appeal the decision to the State of Utah Tax Commission. The parties discussed the applications and will allow the hearing officer to review them.
Auditors Office – Vouchers
Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen presented the October 28, 2024, vouchers, check numbers 167028 through 167146, for $445,509.66. The parties reviewed the vouchers submitted. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the vouchers for October 28, 2024, as presented. Commissioner Miles seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Miles voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.
Building & Grounds Update
Building & Grounds Director Shane Jenkins gave an update on existing and upcoming work. The top priority is the South Building remodel. The roof has been installed, but there were some issues with the flashing. The flashing that was received was the wrong size; it was different from what was ordered. The concrete work around the South Building is complete, and the kitchen equipment and landscaping should be completed and installed within a week or two. The TriCounty Health Building is getting new stucco. They will be winterizing the sprinklers at the County buildings. The parties discussed demolishing and remodeling the old senior center in the Administration Building. The Commissioners commended the Building & Grounds employees for the phenomenal work on the South Building remodel.
Discussion & Consideration of the FY24 Report for the Beer Tax Funding
Sheriff’s Office Manager Cynthia Wardle and Sheriff Travis Tucker presented the FY24 report for the Beer Tax Funding received in December 2023. Office Manager Wardle explained that $9,787.27 was rolled over from the previous year, and $43,656.30 was received this year for $53,443.57. Duchesne County has adopted the SCRAM software for alcohol-related probationers. SCRAM CAM (Continuous Alcohol Monitors), which provides accountability and encourages compliance. The alcohol monitors, prosecution of alcohol-related cases, and confinement for these related offenders help in balancing the alcohol and substance abuse problem in the County. In-car cameras purchased for law enforcement traffic stops looking for impaired drivers. Duchesne County Deputies take on specialized DUI OT shifts and roadblocks throughout the year and look for impaired drivers. Duchesne County is committed to the residents and visitors of the county to reduce the alcohol and substance abuse that plague everyone’s safety throughout the county. The parties discussed the report. Commissioner Miles made a motion to accept the FY24 report for the Beer Tax Funding and authorize the chair to sign on behalf of the County. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.