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Amalga

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Amalga Town Council

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Amalga Town Board Meeting

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September 9, 2026 07:00 PM

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September 9, 2026 09:21 PM

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AMALGA TOWN, UTAH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 9, 2026 Date Wednesday, September 9, 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 and Council Members Paul Hansen, Mark Cowley, Rayslyn Larsen, Shantrell Ritter Clerk and members of the public. The meeting proceeded with the scheduled agenda and Council business. 3. APPROVAL OF PRIOR MEETING MINUTES July 8, 2026 Council Meeting: A motion was made by Colette Dursteller and seconded by Paul Hansen to approve the July 8, 2026 Council meeting minutes. The motion was approved. July 22, 2026 Workshop Meeting: A motion was made by Mark Cowley and seconded by Rayslyn Larsen to approve the July 22, 2026 Workshop meeting minutes. The motion was approved. August 12, 2026 Council Meeting: A motion was made by Mark Cowley and seconded by Rayslyn Larsen to approve the August 12, 2026 Council meeting minutes. The motion was approved. 4. SHERIFF'S REPORT The Sheriff's Office reported 44 patrol hours, 10 law incidents, 11 traffic violations, and 14 warnings for August. Officers reported increased patrol efforts on Highway 218 and 2400 West and indicated that additional patrol attention would be given to the north end of Amalga. A question was raised regarding an incident at the highway and 2400 West during the preceding week. No additional information was available at the meeting. The Council discussed enforcement of Utah requirements applicable to electric bicycles. The Sheriff's representative stated that the requirements were still being addressed by state lawmakers and explained the licensing and age requirements discussed at the meeting. It was stated that an electric bicycle may be impounded when applicable licensing requirements are not met. Questions regarding licensing were answered by identifying the Driver License Division (DLD) as the licensing agency. 5. BUSINESS LICENSE - JASMINE ANDRUS / JASMINE BUILD & CREATE Jasmine Andrus presented a request for a business license under the name 'Jasmine Build & Create.' She stated that the business involves home crafts that would be taken to booths for sale. A motion was made by Paul Hansen and seconded by Colette Dursteler to approve the business license. The motion was approved. 6. BRIAN LARSEN - DRAINAGE DITCH / CULVERTS Brian Larsen addressed the Council regarding the drainage ditch and culvert system in front of his home. He stated that the system serves more than 20 homes and more than 1,000 acres of farmland and is heavily utilized during runoff events. Mr. Larsen stated that periodic storm surges can exceed the capacity of the ditch. He expressed concern that portions of the system are currently blocked, referenced Town Code § 3-30-7 concerning maintenance and care, and offered to serve as a project coordinator during the current year. Mr. Larsen stated that the high volume of water may be slowing flow and referenced prior discussion concerning a better drainage method near 8600 North. He noted that funding opportunities may be available and stated that a long-term project could benefit the Town by reducing flooding risks. Mr. Larsen suggested that an engineering study could assist the Town in determining appropriate improvements. He also stated that a handout distributed at the meeting had been generated with assistance from ChatGPT but that he believed the information could be useful to the Town. The Mayor stated that he would meet with the Town engineer, who would inspect the drainage system and provide guidance. Discussion included whether responsibility should be assigned to property owners, whether the Town could hire someone to clean the drainage areas, and the possibility of tracking culvert conditions over approximately five years. Mayor Wood stated that one primary concern appeared to be getting adequate flow under 2400 West. 7. ROXANNE FREESTONE - MANUFACTURED HOME RELOCATION Roxanne Freestone addressed the Council regarding relocation of a manufactured home. She stated that she had closed on property in the North Nobles area and proposed moving the manufactured home from 2561 W 8600 N to a new lot at 7985 N 2400 W. The meeting notes indicate that Planning and Zoning had provided preliminary approval. No additional formal Council action was recorded under this item. 8. COUNCIL REPORTS Paul Hansen reported on pickleball-court lighting, painting of poles, park keys and dog-waste bags, removal of a dead tree, replacement of a garbage can, an upcoming school-board event, and RAPZ funding and playground equipment. He also reported on proposed memorial benches, a new park sign, Christmas preparations, the Town Board Christmas party, and planned park tree cleanup estimated at approximately $6,000. Colette Dursteler asked about RAPZ funding for mosquito control and requested information regarding a grant-writing seminar. She also raised the possibility of an official Town Facebook page with posting restricted to administrators and stated that the youth council should be revitalized. Mark Cowley discussed water-system connection costs, stating that property owners pay applicable impact and hookup fees while the Town handles the associated Town costs. He reported on a water connection near Raymond where a one-inch PVC line containing water was discovered and stated that the property owner would excavate to the property line and cap the line. Additional testing and a previously sent appeal letter were also discussed. Rayslyn Larsen reported on a proposed Munk property weight scale. The discussion indicated that Planning and Zoning considered the structure temporary because it would be placed on pins and could be moved, and the general consensus was that a clearance was not required. Mayor Wood questioned whether the temporary designation could create a regulatory gray area. Ms. Larsen reported that Planning and Zoning recommended revisiting the secondary housing/DADU proposal in light of current state law and recommended an 18-month moratorium on major subdivisions to allow review of the Town code, citing water, impact, and infrastructure concerns. The question of whether a public hearing would be required was raised. Diane Broadbent was identified as Secretary, and the IT position will require appointment by the Town Board. Planning and Zoning recommended forming a subcommittee concerning a new ordinance related to the fuel station. Discussion indicated that the ordinance process would begin again. Charlie Erickson stated that, in the interest of fairness, the matter should no longer be discussed during the meeting. 9. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Wood reported that the Council of Governments (COG) would meet the following Monday. The Mayor stated that workshops should generally be informational rather than debate-oriented and indicated that a workshop may be appropriate for matters requiring additional information and discussion. 10. PAYMENT OF BILLS A motion was made by Paul Hansen and seconded by Rayslyn Larsen to approve August cash disbursements totaling $65,866.66. The motion was approved. A motion was made by Colette Dursteler and seconded by Paul Hansen to approve September cash disbursements totaling $28,108.52. The motion was approved. 11. ITEMS FOR OCTOBER 2026 COUNCIL MEETING - Penalties ordinance. - Follow-up with Brian Larsen regarding drainage and ditch matters. - Appointment of an IT person. - Schedule a closed meeting with Seth Tate, as appropriate under applicable law. - Revisit the proposed subdivision moratorium. 12. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Mark Cowley and seconded by Rayslyn Larsen to adjourn the meeting. The motion was approved, and the meeting was adjourned. Minutes are not official until approved by the Town Board

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6590 N 2400 W
AMALGA, UT 84335
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