Public Works Deputy Director Clint Curtis presented two commercial approach permits. A25-065 – Fourpoint Resources. The parties discussed the area and a traffic study to determine the impact on the road. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve approach permit A25-065 with Deputy Director Curtis’ recommendations as stated. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

A26-001 – Richens RRRock. The parties discussed the commercial approach, permit, and standards. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve approach permit A26-001. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

The parties discussed an upcoming approach request.

The parties discussed the great job that Commissioner Miles has done as the Chair. Commissioner Killian made a motion to appoint Commissioner Miles as the Commission Chair for 2026. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

Commissioner Executive Assistant Melissa Hughes presented the Duchesne County Commission Delegation of Boards and Assignments. The parties discussed the list. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the Commission Assignments as presented. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

The parties discussed the upcoming legislative bills of concern. The Gas Tax bill is a concern because it is unknown whether the State will replace the money lost. The County depends on these funds for road maintenance. This will also affect the investment in the railroad. The parties are also concerned about the water bills and the Colorado River Compact.

Clerk-Auditor Chelise Curtis presented the vouchers for 2025 and 2026 check numbers 171653 through 171796, dated January 12, 2026, totaling $1,416,000.36. The parties reviewed the submitted 2025 vouchers. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the 2025 budget vouchers, as presented. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

The parties reviewed the submitted 2026 vouchers. Commissioner Killian made a motion to accept the 2026 vouchers as presented. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

The parties reviewed the combined minutes of the Commission meeting held on January 05, 2026. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the minutes of January 05, 2026, as corrected. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.

Human Resource Payroll & Benefits Administrator Jamie Park presented the payroll report for the period ending January 03, 2026; 230 employees were paid. The parties reviewed the payroll. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the payroll for the period ending January 03, 2025, as presented. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Chugg voted aye. The motion passed.