Commissioner Irene Hansen, Commissioner Greg Miles, Commissioner Tracy Killian, Deputy Attorney Tyler Allred, Public Works Director Mike Casper, Public Works Deputy Director Clint Curtis, Economic Development Director Deborah Herron, Emergency Management Director Joshua Phillips, Surveyor Jerry Allred, Deputy Clerk-Auditor Becky Broadhead, Human Resource Generalist Tommi Mascaro, Human Resource Payroll and Benefits Administrator Jamie Park, Deputy Attorney Grant Charles, Duchesne County Resident Jeff Chugg, and Commission Executive Assistant Melissa Hughes is taking the meeting minutes.

Chairperson Hansen welcomed everyone to the meeting.

Public Works Director Mike Casper gave an update on existing projects and upcoming work. The chip-sealing is complete. They will start fogging, which will take a couple of weeks to complete. The contractor will begin patching and chip-sealing this week. The company from which the zipper was purchased will train the crew this week. There is an approach in Bluebell on 1000 North that will start tomorrow. Commissioner Miles said he received a call from a concerned resident about the property line for the right-of-way on 1000 North. Surveyor Jerry Allred addressed the concern. He said he worked with Deputy Attorney Tyler Allred to prepare the descriptions. There will be an addition of 3 feet on each side of the road. XCL Resources will set a new fence for the new boundaries. Commissioner Killian is concerned about a corner on South State Street where trucks are having trouble rounding the corner. He suggested using asphalt to widen the corner. A contractor is working in that area that could complete the repair. The parties discussed patching and repairs to be completed.

Emergency Management Director Joshua Phillips gave an update on his department. The County is under a red flag warning until Tuesday. Five fires started in the last four days, two now federal. The Lion Hollow fire on Indian Canyon is now contained, and the Spring Hollow fire north of Bluebell is controlled and almost contained. The county fire resources have been sent to other locations, including the Spears fire in the Ashley National Forest near Flaming Gorge. The county has a tanker that can be used on federal fires after it is painted. The parties discussed training and certifications for the firefighters.

Economic Development Director Deborah Herron presented the report she will submit for the Rural County Grant. The program significantly contributed to Duchesne County's economic development. The grant has enabled businesses to make vital capital improvements, enhance their service offerings, and expand their workforce. The support has also allowed one business to open its doors to the public sooner than expected, accelerating its contribution to the local economy. The improved infrastructure and increased employee base have led to a notable uptick in sales and customer service capacity, fostering a more vibrant economic environment in Duchesne County.

The parties discussed the grant and a program that provides real-time data on trends for dining and shopping for residents and patrons visiting the county.