PUBLIC NOTICE: COMMUNITY INPUT ON PROPOSED STATE PARK
Notice Type(s)
Notice
Event Start Date & Time
August 22, 2026 10:00 AM
Event End Date & Time
August 22, 2026 02:00 PM
Description/Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE: COMMUNITY INPUT ON PROPOSED STATE PARK
The Town Council is seeking vital community feedback regarding a proposed state park project. The state parks department has explicitly indicated they will not proceed with the proposal if our town does not support it. Your voice will directly determine whether this project aligns with our community's preferences.
Please review the upcoming schedule of events, presentation details, and survey information below to participate.
Public Listening Sessions
Date: Saturday, August 22
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Structure: Four identical, repeating one-hour sessions starting at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. Residents may attend whichever single hour is most convenient.
Location: Maple Springs Park.
Presentation & Review of Plans
State Representatives: Officials from the state parks department will be in attendance to present a tentative, non-finalized plan for the park. They will answer questions, receive feedback, and document resident concerns.
Advance Review: The town has requested a copy of the tentative plan ahead of time. It will be made available for public review before August 22 so residents can examine the details prior to attending.
Community Feedback Survey
Timeline: A two-week community survey will launch immediately following the conclusion of the listening sessions.
Eligibility: Open to all town residents 18 years of age and older.
Formats: Available in both online and paper formats. Residents will also have the option to fill out and submit the survey directly at the listening sessions.
Security & Anonymity: Limited to one response per resident. An address or similar identifier will be required to verify residency, but all personal information will remain completely anonymous in reporting.
Content: The survey will ask whether you support, oppose, or are undecided about the proposed state park, alongside open space for specific comments and concerns.
Next Steps & Reporting
Following the two-week window, all survey responses will be compiled into a comprehensive public report. This report will summarize overall levels of support and opposition and highlight the most common themes and concerns. The findings will be formally presented to both the Town Council and state parks representatives to guide the final decision on the project.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing auxiliary communicative aids and services for this meeting should contact the Management Services Department at 629-8701 (TTY/TDD: 711 or 888-735-5906) or by emailing town recorder at sschaefer@mantuautah.gov at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
Notice of Electronic or Telephone Participation
Public meetings may be held electronically in accordance with Utah Code Annotated 52-4-207 to allow Council members to participate via teleconference. The anchor location for the meeting shall be held at the Mantua Town Hall 409 North Main St, Mantua Utah 84324
Other Information
Certificate of Posting
The foregoing agenda was (1) posted on the Utah Public Notice Website created under Utah Code Section 63F1-701. (2) Town of Mantua website, and (3) posted in Town of Mantua City Office on 8/18/2026 by Sherita Schaefer - Town Recorder