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Wellington

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Wellington City Council

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Wellington City Council Meeting Minutes

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Meeting

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January 28, 2026 06:00 PM

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Wellington City Council Minutes Meeting held January 14, 2026 at Wellington City Hall Located at 102 N 100 W, Wellington, Utah at 6:00 P.M. Present: Mayor Jack Clark, Councilmember Bill Juber, Councilmember Cody Austin, Councilmember Kyle Monson, Councilmember Kathy Hascall Absent: Councilmember Bryan Thayn City Staff: Rebecca Evans, Nicole Oveson, June Rich, Travis Gray, Nick Parker, Tom Kosmack, Kevin Saccomanno, Lane Neece Attendees: Susanna Watts, Ashley Yakovich, Barney Zauss, Carolyn Zauss, Nicole Parker, Johnni Neece, Meranda Saccomano, Jeff Wood, Wyatt Hansen, Barabara Clendennen, George Anderson, Eric Johnson, Tom King, Jared Haddock Agenda Item #1 Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes At 6:00 pm, Mayor Clark opened the meeting stating that everyone was present except for Councilmember Thayn. Motion: Councilmember Hascall made a motion to approve the meeting minutes from December 23, 2025. Councilmember Monson seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Juber. Agenda Item #2 Public Comment Period Agenda Item #3 Swear in Ceremony City Recorder Rebecca Evans swore in Cody Austin, Kyle Monson and Jack Clark to begin their duties as newly elected officials. Motion: Agenda Item #4 Friends of Wellington Update Ashley Yakovich provided an update on Friends of Wellington, reporting that the organization currently has 25 members. Over the last quarter, volunteers contributed a total of 107.5 hours in service to the City. Projects included assisting with the City surplus sale, which generated over $3,000 in revenue and involved 14 volunteers contributing 76.5 hours, as well as the setup and removal of Christmas lighting at the park, completed by volunteers donating a total of 31 hours. The Council expressed appreciation to Friends of Wellington for their service and contributions to the City. Motion: Agenda Item #5 Chief Kosmack - Employee Update Prior to his retirement, Police Chief Tom Kosmack recognized members of the Wellington City Police Department for their outstanding service to the community. Officer Travis Gray was recognized for his dedication as a reserve officer and his involvement in a recent multi-agency investigation. Officer Lane Neese received an award of excellence for his work on complex financial and fraud-related cases involving federal and regional agencies. Reserve Officer Nick Parker was presented with an award of merit for his long-term service, mentorship of new officers, and significant contributions to department operations. Sergeant Kevin Saccomano was also recognized for his leadership, commitment, and instrumental role in advancing community policing efforts and maintaining public safety. Chief Kosmack expressed appreciation for each officer's service and dedication to Wellington City. Motion: Agenda Item #6 Consideration and possible appointment of Kevin Saccomano as Chief Pro Tem The Council discussed the appointment of a new Chief of Police following the retirement of Chief Tom Kosmack. Wellington City recommended the appointment of Sergeant Kevin Saccomano to serve as Chief of Police, noting his experience, leadership, and long-standing service to the department and community. After discussion, the Council unanimously approved the appointment of Kevin Saccomano as Wellington City's new Chief of Police. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to appoint Sergeant Kevin Saccomano as Chief of Police for Wellington City, effective upon the retirement of Chief Tom Kosmack. Councilmember Hascall seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Juber. Agenda Item #7 Sheriff Jeff Wood - Discussion regarding coordination of law enforcement services and future planning with the Carbon County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Wood addressed the Council regarding options for the future of Wellington's police services following the upcoming retirement of Chief Tom Kosmack. He outlined three possible models: maintaining an independent police department, entering into a full contract with the Carbon County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), or continuing with a hybrid model. Sheriff Wood explained the staffing, cost estimates, and operational considerations for each option, noting that an independent department would be the most expensive, a full contract would reduce administrative responsibilities but may impact response times, and a hybrid model would balance local control with county support. Sheriff Wood expressed his opinion that the hybrid model is the best option for Wellington, and the Council generally agreed. The City will continue the search for a new police chief before entering into any formal agreements. Motion: Agenda Item #8 A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF WELLINGTON CITY, CARBON COUNTY, UTAH, AUTHORIZING AN ANNUALLY RENEWABLE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AUTHORITY OF WELLINGTON CITY, UTAH; AUTHORIZING THE AUTHORITY'S $2,025,000 LEASE REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2026 FOR A NEW CITY HALL, AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING A MASTER RESOLUTION, SECURITY DOCUMENTS, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND RELATED MATTERS. City Attorney Eric Johnson provided an update on the lease revenue bonds for the new City building and outlined the full funding package. He explained that the project includes approximately $5.1 million in grant funding and a $2,025,000 loan at a 0.50% interest rate, for total project funding of a little over $7 million. Johnson noted that if the City were to borrow the same amount through a traditional bank loan, total repayment would be approximately $14-$15 million, with annual payments nearing $500,000. Under the current funding structure, the City's total repayment will be approximately $2.5 million, with annual payments of about $73,000. He emphasized that the Community Impact Board financing results in the City paying back roughly 15% of the project's market value, describing the funding as a highly favorable arrangement for Wellington City. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to exit the regular meeting and enter the Public Hearing at 6:43 PM. Councilmember Hascall seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Juber. Councilmember Monson made a motion to exit the Public Hearing and enter the regularly scheduled council meeting at 6:46 PM. Councilmember Juber seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Hascall. Agenda Item #9 RESOLUTION 2026 - 01 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF WELLINGTON CITY, CARBON COUNTY, UTAH, AUTHORIZING AN ANNUALLY RENEWABLE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AUTHORITY OF WELLINGTON CITY, UTAH; AUTHORIZING THE AUTHORITY'S $2,025,000 LEASE REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2026 FOR A NEW CITY HALL, AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING A MASTER RESOLUTION, SECURITY DOCUMENTS, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND RELATED MATTERS. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-01, authorizing an annually renewable lease agreement between Wellington City and the Municipal Building Authority of Wellington City, Utah, and authorizing the issuance of the Authority's $2,025,000 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, for a new City Hall and related improvements. Councilmember Hascall seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Juber. Agenda Item #10 RESOLUTION 2026 - 02 A RESOLUTION OF THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AUTHORITY OF WELLINGTON CITY, UTAH, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN ANNUALLY RENEWABLE LEASE AGREEMENT, BETWEEN THE AUTHORITY AND WELLINGTON CITY, CARBON COUNTY, UTAH; AUTHORIZING THE AUTHORITY'S $2,025,000 LEASE REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2026 FOR A CITY HALL, AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING A MASTER RESOLUTION, AND THE SECURITY DOCUMENTS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; AND RELATED MATTERS. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-02, a resolution of the Municipal Building Authority of Wellington City, Utah, authorizing and approving an annually renewable lease agreement between the Authority and Wellington City, and authorizing the issuance of the Authority's $2,025,000 Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, for a new City Hall and related improvements. Councilmember Juber seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Austin and Councilmember Hascall. Agenda Item #11 2026 Budget Amendment Barbara Clendennen, the city's financial consultant presented proposed budget amendments required to address state-identified imbalances in four City funds. The adjustments affected the General Fund in the amount of $16,939, the Recreation Fund at $5,500, the Capital Projects Fund at $21,000, and the Perpetual Care Fund at $26,500. She explained that the amendments involved balancing revenues and expenditures through transfers between funds and adjustments to anticipated revenues to bring each fund into compliance. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to approve the amended budget. Councilmember Austin seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Hascall and Councilmember Juber. Agenda Item #12 Councilmember Reports Motion: Agenda Item #13 Unfinished Business Motion: Agenda Item #14 Possible Closed Session to Discuss the Character, Professional Competence, or Physical or Mental Health of an Individual. Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to enter a closed session at 7:35 PM. Councilmember Austin seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Juber and Councilmember Hascall. Councilmember Monson made a motion to exit the closed session at 8:12 PM. Councilmember Juber seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Hascall. Adjourn Motion: Councilmember Monson made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Hascall seconded the motion; followed by Councilmember Juber. Meeting adjourned at 8:17pm Next meeting will be January 28, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Wellington City Hall.

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102 N 100 W
WELLINGTON, UT 84542
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Rebecca Evans

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revans@wellingtonutah.gov

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January 29, 2026 03:21 PM

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