are being submitted, and he is reviewing them on a case-by-case basis. He approved a controlled burn in Fruitland. There was an issue with botcholism in the hay, which made the landowners' horses sick. Director Phillips presented a quote from Black Diamond Welding for a custom fire tender; the tank is not included with the quote. The parties discussed the quote and decided to wait for the tank quote before approving.

Commissioner Killian explained that TriCounty Health has created a committee to approve septic systems for contractors. The approval time for a septic system through TriCounty Health has been up to 4 to 6 months. Contractors can send in a video of the installation, and the committee will review and approve it. If a homeowner installs a septic system themselves, the approval process remains the same as before. A public hearing will be held to gather public input before the policy takes effect. There may be a fee increase; the current fee has not changed for sixteen years. The parties discussed how TriCounty Health is here to protect the public by enforcing regulations.

Postponed by general consent.

Commissioner Chugg made a motion to recess. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Chugg voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.

Chief Deputy Clerk-Auditor Lexie Clayburn presented four business licenses and one kennel license.

• Pivot Pros, owned by Karlee Walker, Kit Evans, and Rhett Walker, Uplaco, Utah.
• Kennel License for Hayden Ivie in Fruitland, Utah.
• Taggin Rags, owned by Malarie Miles, Mountain Home, Utah.
• BNB Storage Solutions, owned by Bryant Mullins, Duchesne, Utah.
• Musich Meats, owned by Lavern Musich, Roosevelt, Utah.

The parties discussed the licenses. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the business licenses as approved by the Clerk-Auditor’s Office. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Chugg voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.

Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen presented a list of five parcels from September 1, 2025, through September 15, 2025, before the meeting. The parcel's values were adjusted, and the report shows the reason for each parcel. The parties discussed the adjustments. Commissioner Chugg made a motion to approve the BOE Adjustments as presented. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Chugg voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.

The parties reviewed and discussed the letter prepared by Clay Crozier with PLPCO. A portion of the letter reads: The roadless rule was implemented with the intention that it would improve the landscape and offer a backcountry experience for recreators, but its practical consequences have been catastrophic for the health of our forests. By prohibiting road construction and reconstruction, the rule has effectively paralyzed active forest management across vast landscapes. This careless approach has prevented our local land managers from implementing crucial projects, such as thinning, prescribed burns, and sanitation harvesting. As a result, our forests have become unnaturally dense, overgrown, and dangerously susceptible to disease and insect infestation. The fuel load has reached unprecedented levels, turning our beautiful mountains into a tinderbox awaiting a spark. The very “protection” offered by the rule has created the conditions for the catastrophic, landscape-scale wildfires we now face year after year. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the letter and submit it as presented. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Chugg voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.