Zoning, Construction Standards, UCIP Representative, Board of Equalization Approvals, Sale of Insignificant Parcel, Personnel, Insurance Renewal
Notice Type(s)
Notice,
Meeting,
Hearing
Event Start Date & Time
October 12, 2026 09:00 AM
Event End Date & Time
October 12, 2026 12:00 PM
Event Deadline Date & Time
10/05/26 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 12th Day of October, 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, (Assessor, Fair, IT, Recorder, Treasurer and Commission) ETC.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT FROM:
SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 TO OCTOBER 11, 2026
10:00 A.M. PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING AND DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE IRON COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE, INCLUDING REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 17.37 TO ESTABLISH THE STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT ZONE OVERLAY, CHAPTER 17.33 RELATED TO SOLAR POWER PLANTS, CHAPTER 17.20 RELATED TO USE DEFINITIONS, AND CHAPTER 17.16 RELATED TO THE TABLE OF USES. NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN. Applicant: Iron County. Presented by Brett Hamilton.
PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS
2. 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.
3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-7, AMENDING THE IRON COUNTY SUBDIVISION CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN STANDARDS BY ESTABLISHING A 24 INCH DEPTH OF COMPACTED SUB-BASE FOR ALL NEW COUNTY ROADS (SECTION 109-ROAD STANDARDS CROSS SECTIONS AND EXHIBITS). Presented by Rich Wilson.
4. RESOLUTION 2026-8, APPOINTING A REPRESENTATIVE AND AN ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ANNUAL UTAH COUNTIES INDEMNITY POOL (UCIP) ANNUAL MEETING, TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 18, 2026.
CONVENE AS THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
5. PRESENTATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION HEARING OFFICER RECOMMENDATIONS AND DECISIONS FOR APPEALS FILED FOR THE 2026 TAX YEAR. Presented by Carrie Christiansen.
RECONVENE AS IRON COUNTY COMMISSION
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF THE SALE OF AN INSIGNIFICANT PARCEL TO THE ADJACENT OWNER. PART OF APN: D-531-4. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT BEING N00°34'15'E ALONG THE QUARTER SECTION LINE 1,339.42 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 35 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST, SALT LAKE BASE AND MERIDIAN; THENCE N89°38'15'W 55.89 FEET; THENCE N00°30'09'E 44.58 FEET; THENCE N89°34'29'E 55.89 FEET; THENCE S00°34'29'W 44.58 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; RECTANGULAR PORTION OF LOT 41 PAINTED DESERT SUBDIVISION AND CONTAINING 0.057 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. ** NOTE: THIS PORTION OF THE MEETING MAY BE CLOSED PER UCA § 52-4-205 (d). ** Presented by Richard Wilson.
7. PERSONNEL
1. SHERIFF'S OFFICE - CORRECTIONS
A. Request for approval of new hire, Ashton Rafferty as a F/T Deputy 1, effective October 12, 2026.
B. Request t for approval of new hire, Alondra Galvan as a F/T Deputy 1, effective October 12, 2026.
2. ASSESSOR - DMV
A. Request for approval of new hire, Kristy Stratton as a F/T Motor Vehicle Technician, effective October 26, 2026.
B. Request for approval of new hire, Jessica Russell as a F/T Motor Vehicle Technician, effective October 19, 2026.
3. COUNCIL ON AGING
A. Request for approval of new hire, Pascual Mariscal as a P/T Driver, effective October 12, 2026.
4. INSURANCE RENEWAL
A. Presentation/Proposal for discussion and approval of Employee Insurance Benefits for the 2027 plan year.
5. CLOSED SESSION
A. Closed session pursuant to UCA § 52-4-205(1)(a) 'discussion of the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual'
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