Meeting Minutes

parking lot for $64,175.00 and the Sheriff’s Dept storage yard for $61,358.00.
Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

(12:43 p.m.)

A bid was missed in the earlier discussion. This bid is for the 3000 South roadway widening and overlay to accommodate large trucks.

Burdick Materials $56,187.00
Eckles Paving $89,080.38

The parties discussed the bid. Commissioner Miles made a motion to accept the bid from Burdick Materials for $56,187.00. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

Emergency Management and Fire Weather Update

(9:16 a.m.)

Emergency Management Director Joshua Phillips and State Fire Warden Brandon Peck gave an update on the fire weather. The state is considering lifting the fire restrictions, which would take a week or two to complete. The parties discussed the fire in Tooele County. Commissioner Hansen asked if the heat peaked again, would this cause concern for a fire resurgence? The moisture content would be a factor for fire resurgence.

Discussion & Consideration of Purchasing a Used Brush Truck

(9:23 a.m.)

Emergency Management Director Josh Phillips presented pictures of a type 6 brush truck from Roosevelt City. They have replaced their brush trucks and will surplus the existing trucks. Director Phillips has driven the truck. It has A/C, new tires, and 10,412 miles. The parties discussed the truck and the need for an additional brush truck. Commissioner Miles made a motion to approve the purchase of the used type 6 brush truck from Roosevelt City for $20,000. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

Discussion & Consideration of Website Options

(9:32 a.m.)

Commissioner Miles explained that the County website is dated. The various departments use different websites; they all need to be in one place. Information Technology Director Matt Yergensen will present options at a future meeting.

Discussion & Consideration and Final Approval of the 24/25 Rural Grant Application as Presented by Duchesne County Economic Advisory Board Deborah Herron

(9:43 a.m.)

Economic Development Director Deborah Herron presented the 24/25 Rural County Grant application, which describes the scope of work for the proposed projects. The grant application is for $200,000 and focuses on four priorities: Business Expansion and Retention (BEAR), Matching Grant Program, Business Training Support, and Thompsen House of Hope Community Project. The parties discuss the application and priorities. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the scope of work for the 24/25 Rural Grant as presented. Commissioner Miles seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Miles voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

Recess 9:55 a.m. to 10:12 a.m.

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

Discussion & Consideration of the Board of Equalization (BOE) Adjustments

(10:13 a.m.)

Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen presented a list of ten BOE adjustments. The list is stored in the Clerk-Auditors office with the minutes. The parties discussed the adjustments. Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve the BOE adjustments as presented. Commissioner Miles seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Miles voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

(1:02 p.m.)

Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen presented a BOE adjustment from an appeal to the State Tax Commission - parcel number 00-0034-8736 for a refund of $248.21. Commissioner Miles made a motion to approve the BOE adjustment as presented. Commissioner Killian