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Amalga

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Amalga Town Council

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Amalga Town Board Meeting

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Meeting

Event Start Date & Time

August 12, 2026 07:00 PM

Event End Date & Time

August 28, 2026 08:30 PM

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AMALGA TOWN, UTAH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES August 12, 2026 Date Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Time 7:00 p.m. Location Amalga Town Hall, 6590 N 2400 W, Amalga, Utah Meeting Type Regular Monthly Town Council Meeting 1. WELCOME / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. ROLL CALL Roll call was conducted. The meeting record identifies Mayor David Wood, Council Member Rayslyn Larson, and Town Clerk Shantrell Ritter among those present, along with other attendees identified in the meeting record. The Mayor stated that only two council members were present and that a quorum was not present. Because a quorum was not present, the Council took no formal action and was unable to approve minutes, pay bills, or conduct other business requiring Council action. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JULY 8, 2026 No action was taken due to the absence of a quorum. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JULY 22, 2026 WORKSHOP No action was taken due to the absence of a quorum. 5. SHERIFF'S REPORT The Sheriff was not present when the item was called. No report was given. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT - ANNEXATION PETITION AND APPEAL PROCESS Michael Morley presented a citizens' petition concerning the proposed annexation of Cache County Parcel No. 13-040-0001. The petition requested denial of future annexation requests for the parcel, a properly noticed public hearing before consideration of any future annexation request, and substantial consideration of the Town's general plan, water resources, agricultural character, infrastructure limitations, and quality of life. Mr. Morley reported approximately 101 signatures. Discussion followed regarding the method used to circulate the petition and the requirement that an official petition be presented to the Town Clerk. Mr. Morley also requested continued public involvement when regulations concerning the proposed commercial highway truck stop are developed. Council members stated that a public hearing would be held when applicable municipal code amendments are considered. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT - DAKOTA BODILY AND CHARLIE ERICKSON TIMELINE Tammy Munk addressed the Mayor and Council regarding the proposed annexation of property associated with Dakota Bodily and the separate development involving Charlie Erickson. She presented a written timeline and raised questions concerning whether annexation of the approximately 40-acre parcel was in the Town's long-term interest. Ms. Munk questioned the reason for the proposed agricultural annexation designation, the long-term development contemplated for the property, responsibility for infrastructure improvements, and the potential financial benefit to the Town. Ms. Munk expressed concerns regarding water capacity, fire protection, roads, drainage, hydrants, emergency services, and other municipal costs. She stated that these matters should be evaluated before annexation and that the Town should determine whether anticipated benefits would justify the long-term costs. Ms. Munk reported that more than 100 signatures had been collected in support of her position concerning the annexation. The Council discussed how the petition had been circulated and stated that an official petition should be presented to the Town Clerk. The Council discussed the history of the annexation request and the statutory process associated with annexation. It was also clarified that Dakota Bodily's proposed annexation and Charlie Erickson's project are separate matters for purposes of the Town's approval process. Ms. Munk requested continued public involvement and transparency concerning future development regulations. Council members stated that additional public discussion and a public hearing would occur when municipal code amendments concerning the development are formally considered. 8. PUBLIC COMMENT Jeff Broadbent discussed the appeal process concerning the zoning and business-license matters associated with Charlie Erickson's proposed development. Mr. Broadbent stated that the appeal process was, in his view, the available mechanism to seek a pause or review of the existing decision and address concerns regarding the process. The Council discussed the proposed commercial highway truck stop, its scope, and the Town's work with its attorney on additional municipal code provisions. Potential provisions discussed included limitations on truck-stop facilities, showers and laundry facilities, lighting, appearance, and hours of operation. The Council stated that additions or revisions to the municipal code would be subject to the applicable public-hearing process before adoption. Brian Larsen raised a concern regarding maintenance of the drainage ditch on the north end of Town near 8400 North, including cleaning around culverts. The matter was requested for placement on the September agenda. Howard Kunz commented on the role of elected officials and expressed appreciation for the Council's service. Tyler Bentley spoke regarding the proposed truck stop from the perspective of a farmer and part-time truck driver. He expressed mixed views concerning the project, discussed the importance of trucking to the agricultural community, and requested consideration of a truck scale at the fuel station. Stacey Rindlisbacher expressed concern that community members should take responsibility for participation in prior meetings. She also expressed concern that commitments concerning the proposed development should be incorporated into written regulations rather than relying solely on informal assurances. Leanna Bentley asked whether Charlie Erickson's business license, issued under the code in effect when he applied, would be affected by future code amendments. Council members stated that the matter remained under discussion and that the Town was working with Mr. Erickson regarding proposed restrictions and future code provisions. Michael Bouck raised concerns regarding the July 8 meeting agenda. He stated that the agenda initially identified a possible ordinance concerning a business license and was subsequently changed to identify Charlie Erickson's business license request. He expressed concern about late agenda changes and the resulting frustration among community members. The Council discussed agenda posting and amendment procedures and the Town's efforts to comply with applicable legal requirements. 8. COUNCIL REPORTS Rayslyn Larson reported on Planning and Zoning matters, including Mr. Morley's citizens' petition concerning the Dakota Bodily annexation and April Turner's concerns regarding Town communication. Ms. Larson reported that April Turner had provided materials regarding communication practices used by other municipalities. Ms. Larson reported that Curtis Falslev's home clearance remained tabled pending additional information and that Nate Noyes's patio clearance had been approved. Reports from Paul Hansen, Colette Dursteler, and Mark Cowley were not presented. 9. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Wood reported that a camera was being placed in the Town well to inspect the well and water level. The meeting record indicates that Schreiber's would pay one-half of the related cost. The Mayor reported increased mosquito activity and stated that the Town was addressing nuisance mosquitoes. He also reported West Nile virus detections in Newton, Trenton, and Cornish and discussed the Town's mosquito-control efforts. The Mayor reported that the Town had submitted a road project request through the Council of Governments (COG) for improvements from Town Hall toward the Benson Bridge, subject to the applicable funding and selection process. 10. PAYMENT OF BILLS No action was taken due to the absence of a quorum. 11. ITEMS FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 COUNCIL MEETING Brian Larsen requested that drainage ditch cleaning be placed on the September Council meeting agenda. 12. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned following the remaining public comments and discussion. No formal Council action was taken due to the absence of a quorum. These minutes are not official until they have been approved by the Town Council

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6590 N 2400 W
AMALGA, UT 84335
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