Zoning, OHV Grant Application, Open Burn Ordinance, Reimbursement Request, MOA with BZI Innovation Park, Cooperative Wildfire Agreement with Utah, Letter of Intent to Purchase Easement
Notice Type(s)
Notice,
Meeting,
Hearing
Event Start Date & Time
April 13, 2026 09:00 AM
Event End Date & Time
April 13, 2026 12:00 PM
Event Deadline Date & Time
04/06/26 05:00 PM
Description/Agenda
NOTICE AND AGENDA OF A MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF IRON
STATE OF UTAH
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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of the County of Iron, State of Utah, will hold a Public Meeting in the Iron County Commission Chambers, at the Iron County Courthouse, 68 South 100 East, Parowan Utah on Monday, the 13th Day of April, 2026 at the hour of 9:00 o'clock, a.m. Please participate electronically via:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzP7a7p83dJYk9x6Qh-xi3g (Search: Iron County Commission Live)
During the meeting, comments may be directed to: (435) 477-8340. Thank you.
AGENDA
9:00 A.M. OPENING, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, APPROVE MINUTES, APPROVE WARRANTS, DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS, (Commission) ETC.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT FROM:
MARCH 23, 2026 TO APRIL 12, 2026
10:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE (ORDINANCE 2026-6), TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING MAP - ZONE CHANGE FROM R-5 (RESIDENTIAL 5 ACRE) TO C (COMMERCIAL) ON APPROXIMATELY 15.58 ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 200 S AND 2200 W, PAROWAN, UT. Applicant: KENNETH H ADAMS LIVING TRUST. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
2. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE (ORDINANCE 2026-7), TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING MAP - ZONE CHANGE FROM A-20 (AGRICULTURE 20 ACRE) TO I-A (INTENSIVE AGRICULTURE) ON APPROXIMATELY 1,106 ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED WEST OF 1600 W (BAR-V ROAD) AND NORTH OF 2400 S, NEWCASTLE, UT. Applicant: ESCALANTE FARMS, LLC. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
3. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE (ORDINANCE 2026-8), INCLUDING MODIFYING PARKING AND OUTSIDE STORAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR SINGLE FAMILY LOTS 10,000 SQUARE FEET OR GREATER IN SECTION 17.36.320 (R4K GENERAL REQUIREMENTS), AND CLARIFY HARD SURFACE REQUIREMENTS AND LIGHTING STANDARDS IN SECTION 17.36.700 (VEHICLE STORAGE LOT). Applicant: Iron County. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Three (3) Minute Time Limit per Speaker for Public Comment Participants. Should Not Repeat Others Comments. Only for Items Not on the Agenda. No Items Related to Commission's Role as an Appeal Board. Comments Should Be Directed to the Commission. No Attacks on Other Peoples' Character.
5. DISCUSSION AND UPDATES ON IMPORTANT MEETING FROM UTAH DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & FOOD AND ENTERPRISE & IRON CONSERVATION DISTRICT. Presented by Tyce Palmer
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF OHV RECREATION GRANT APPLICATION TO MAINTAIN OHV TRAILS THROUGHOUT THE IRON COUNTY. Presented by Brandon Barrow.
7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF IRON COUNTY ORDINANCE 2026-9, AMENDING IRON COUNTY ORDINANCE 8.04.100 AND 8.04.101 REGARDING CLOSED AND OPEN BURN DATES. Presented by Sam Woodall.
8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT FOR REIMBURSEMENT TO BZI FOR SEWER UPSIZING. Presented by Sam Woodall.
9. DISCUSSION AND RATIFICATION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN BZI INNOVATION PARK, LLC AND IRON COUNTY. Presented by Rich Wilson.
10. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF NEW COOPERATIVE WILDFIRE SYSTEM AGREEMENT WITH FORESTRY FIRE AND STATE AND IRON COUNTY. Presented by Spencer Rollo.
11. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF COOPERATIVE WILDFIRE SYSTEM 2026 PARTICIPATION COMMITMENT STATEMENT. Presented by Spencer Rollo.
12. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF LETTER OF INTENT TO PURCHASE EASEMENT FOR BELT ROUTE. THIS ITEM MAY BE CLOSED PURSUANT TO UCA 52-4-205(D), TO 'DISCUSS THE PURCHASE, EXCHANGE, OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY.'
13. PERSONNEL
1. SHERIFF'S OFFICE - CORRECTIONS
A. Request for approval of new hire, Rudy (Alex) Nevarez as a F/T Deputy, backfill of a vacant position, effective April 12, 2026.
B. Request for approval of new hire, Chayton Lundgren as a F/T Deputy, backfill of a vacant position, effective April 13, 2026.
2. ROADS
A. Request for approval of new hire, Timothy Goodman as a F/T Maintenance Worker, backfill of a vacant position, effective April 13, 2026.
NON-DELEGATED ITEMS
1. County Boards
2. Closed Session
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify the Iron County Clerk, 68 S 100 East, Parowan, Utah 84761, Phone (435) 477-8340 at least three days prior to the meeting to be attended. Individuals with speech and/or hearing impairments may call the Relay Utah by dialing 711. Spanish Relay Utah: 1 (888) 346-3162.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION DURING PUBLIC MEETINGS
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Jon Whittaker at 435-477-8341.
Notice of Electronic or Telephone Participation
Live streaming may be accessed via YouTube by searching: Iron County Commission Live.
Other Information
Persons or groups wishing to address the Commission must make an appointment and provide all pertinent documentation with the Iron County Clerk by the Monday preceding the scheduled Commission meeting. Agenda items must be approved by a Commissioner prio