Zoning, Signage, Survey Monuments, Inland Port Amendment, Easement, Precinct, Abatement Applications, Master Transportation Plan, Solar Study, Mosquito Abatement, Personnel
Notice Type(s)
Notice,
Meeting,
Hearing
Event Start Date & Time
September 14, 2026 09:00 AM
Event End Date & Time
September 14, 2026 01:00 PM
Event Deadline Date & Time
09/08/26 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 14th Day of September, 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, (Auditor, Corrections, Park & Rec, Sheriff, Southwest Technical, Tourism, and Commission) ETC.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT FROM:
AUGUST 24, 2026 TO SEPTEMBER 13, 2026
10:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE (ORDINANCE 2026-20), TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING MAP - ZONE CHANGE FROM C (COMMERCIAL) TO R-5 (RESIDENTIAL 5 ACRE) ON APPROXIMATELY 5.11 ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED ON HIGHWAY 56, WEST OF 6900 W, BERYL, UT. APN: E-1733-36 Applicant: Agustin Plascencia-Lopez. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
2. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE (ORDINANCE 2026-21), TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING MAP - ZONE CHANGE FROM RA-20 (RURAL AGRICULTURE 20 ACRE) TO R-1/2 (RESIDENTIAL 1/2 ACRE) ON APPROXIMATELY 20.33 ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED 0.25 MILES SOUTH OF MIDVALLEY ROAD, AND 4100 W, CEDAR CITY, UT. APN: D-515 Applicant: PJT HARKER, LLC. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
3. PUBLIC HEARING, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF A PROPOSED ZONE CHANGE (ORDINANCE 2026-22), TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING MAP - ZONE CHANGE FROM A-20 (AGRICULTURE 20 ACRE) TO I (INDUSTRIAL) ON APPROXIMATELY 92.76 ACRES, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6800 W 200 S, CEDAR CITY, UT. APN: E-0213-0219-0000 Applicant: JONES LAND & LIVESTOCK CO. 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 POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF TWO PROPOSED OFF-PREMISES ADVERTISING SIGNS LOCATED AT 357 N CENTER ST, SUMMIT, UT APPROXIMATELY 5.28 ACRES (APN: D-94-7). Applicant: EDWARD KELLY BLACKBURN. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF AN ANNUAL CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF UTAH FOR MONUMENT REPLACEMENT AND RESTORATION COMMITTEE (MRRC) FUNDING OF UP TO $24,836.80. Presented by Carri Jeffries.
7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-4,
AMENDMENT OF PROPERTY INTO THE IRON SPRINGS INLAND PORT
PROJECT AREA. INCLUDING APN'S: E-577-578, E-592-595, & E-598. Requested by Danny Stewart.
8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF AN AGREEMENT AND OPTION TO PURCHASE EASEMENTS, APN: E-1523-1-2, AND E-1523-1-2-1 BETWEEN IRON COUNTY AND SILVER ROCK TRANSMISSION LLC FOR A PROPOSED HIGH-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION AND COMMUNICATION LINE PROJECT. Requested by Shaina Merritt with Pattern Energy
9. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF UPDATED IRON COUNTY PRECINCT MAP DUE TO THE PROPOSED INCOPORATION OF, 'COAL CREEK TOWN.' Presented by Jon Whittaker.
10. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-6, A RESOLUTION SETTING UPDATED DEADLINE FOR FILING ABATEMENT APPLICATIONS. Presented by Sam Woodall.
11. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL TO ADD CHANGES TO THE COUNTY MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN. Presented by Rich Wilson.
CONVENE AS IRON COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RENEWAL AGENCY
12. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF ZION SOLAR TAX STUDY PROPOSAL TO ANALYZE SOLAR DEVELOPMENT IN IRON COUNTY, INCLUDING STATEWIDE SOLAR ACTIVITY, EXISTING IRON COUNTY SOLAR PROJECTS, PERSONAL PROPERTY IMPACTS, AND POTENTIAL INCENTIVE STRUCTURES.
RECONVENE AS THE IRON COUNTY COMMISSION
13. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING IRON COUNTY'S MOSQUITO ABATEMENT PROGRAM, INCREASING SERVICE DEMANDS, WEST NILE VIRUS CONCERNS, CURRENT ASSISTANCE FROM SOUTHWEST MOSQUITO ABATEMENT, AND OPTIONS FOR ADDRESSING THE COUNTY'S MOSQUITO ABATEMENT NEEDS GOING FORWARD. Presented by Sean Amodt, Southwest Mosquito Abatement District.
14. PERSONNEL
1. SHERIFF'S OFFICE - CORRECTIONS
A. Request for approval of re-hire of Trenton Price as a P/T Reserve Deputy 1, effective September 13th, 2026.
B. Request for approval of new hire, Hutchinson Miller as a F/T Deputy 1, effective September 8th, 2026.
C. Request for approval of new hire, Jacob Woods as a F/T Deputy 1, effective September 8th,2026
2. SHERIFF'S OFFICE - PATROL
A. Request for approval of promotion for Ethan Busse, from a F/T Deputy 1 to a F/T Deputy 2, effective September 13th, , 2026.
B. Request or approval of transfer for Holly Peterson from P/T Victim Advocate to a F/T Evidence Technician, effective September 13th, 2026.
C. Request for approval of transfer for Braxton Wilson from a F/T Corrections Deputy 1 to a F/T Patrol Deputy 1, effective September 27th, 2026.
3. I.T.
A. Request for approval of new hire, TBD as a F/T Technician, effective September 28th, 2026.
4. ASSESSOR
A. Request for approval of new hire, Hunter Reber as a F/T Appraiser Apprentice, effective September 28th, 2026.
5. AUDITOR
A. Request f for approval of promotion for Taylor Lorance, from a P/T Deputy to a F/T Accountant 1, effective September 13th, 2026.
NON-DELEGATED ITEMS
1. County Boards
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