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Municipality

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Portage

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Portage Town Council

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Town Council Meeting Mins

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Notice, Meeting

Event Start Date & Time

September 9, 2026 06:00 PM

Description/Agenda

Portage Town Council Meeting Minutes September 9, 2026, 6:00 PM 25880 North 9000 West Street, Portage, UT 84331 Portage Town Council Wednesday, Set 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM 25880 North 9000 West Street, Portage, Present: Mayor Max Huggins; Councilmember Mariah Huggins; Councilmember Tyson Nelson; Councilmember Terra Bell; Gina Marble (Administration),Town Treasurer Tiffany Smith. Absent: Councilmember Trent Van Tassell. A quorum was established. Guests Present: Martina John, Norma Lesa, Mr. Migliori, Laura Nelson 1. Call To Order Mayor Max Huggins called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. Opening Ceremony: Prayer Pledge Councilmember Bell led the prayer. Councilmember Huggins led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Swear In New Town Treasurer The oath of office was administered to the new Town Treasurer, Tiffany Smith, and witnesses signed the oath. Mayor Huggins requested that a copy be sent to the bank. 4. Public Comments, Limited 3 Min Per Person Laura Nelson spoke about the street design process. Laura said the Planning and Zoning Commission had asked about the process, and that there was a disagreement over whether the Bear River Association of Governments (BRAG) had been asked to present to the town. Laura said BRAG is hosting a summit on street design and general plan characteristics and invited relevant parties to attend. Laura said they would email a link. 5. Review And Approve Minutes Of June 10, July 8, August 12, 2026 Town Council Meeting Each set of minutes was considered separately. The June meeting date was confirmed as the 10th. The July minutes were corrected for the meeting date (the 8th) and for an attendance error. The August minutes were corrected for the meeting date (the 12th). Motion Passed: Motion to approve the June 10, 2026 Town Council meeting minutes was made by Councilmember Huggins and seconded by Councilmember Bell. The motion carried by voice vote. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the July 8, 2026 Town Council meeting minutes, with corrections, was made by Councilmember Huggins and seconded by Councilmember Nelson. The motion carried by voice vote. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the August 12, 2026 Town Council meeting minutes, with corrections, was made by Councilmember Bell and seconded by Councilmember Huggins. The motion carried by voice vote. 6. Review & Approval Of August 12, 2026-September 9, 2026 Bills/Payroll No action was taken on bills and payroll, and the general ledger listing was deferred. Town Treasurer Tiffany reported that the town's bank accounts had not been correctly reconciled since October 2024, and that she had reconciled them through August 2025. Town Treasurer Tiffany reported that the Utah Division of Drinking Water will begin assessing a fee on drinking water entities. The fee has four categories (residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial), a minimum of $35 per category, and tiers based on gallons used at the pump house. The council noted that the town's water rate structure and tiers will need review. It also noted that a new rate study and a possible impact fee study may be needed, because the last rate study may fall outside the five-year window. 7. Review Financial Report, Bank Reconciliations And Water Adjustments Or Write Offs The financial report, bank reconciliations, and water adjustments or write-offs were deferred to the next meeting. 8. Job Posting For Town Water Master - Town Council Mayor Huggins reported that the existing Water Master job description was outdated. The council agreed to update it. No public hearing is required because the action is administrative. The council noted that the town currently has only one certified operator. It recommended obtaining a Level 1 operator certification promptly and contacting Rural Water about assistance so the water system does not incur violation points. The cross-connection certification was also discussed. Mayor Huggins reported that the outgoing Water Master, Katherine, offered to stay on and assist until a replacement is in place. The job description will be updated and the position posted in about one week, with the goal of making an appointment at the October meeting. A special meeting may be held if needed. 9. Misc Information Items Mayor Huggins reported that the bridge is expected to open September 11, or September 14 if problems arise. The original target had been the end of August. Mayor Huggins also reported that six residents came to the office that day about water billing issues, and that staff are crediting disputed amounts. A notice about the billing issue appears on every water bill. 10. Review Of Departments a. Water Update - Trent Van Tassell Trent Van Tassell was absent. Mayor Huggins noted that the water topics had been covered earlier in the meeting. b. Road Update - Tyson Nelson No report was given. c. Planning And Zoning Update - Terra Bell The Planning and Zoning Commission reported a training session with all three new members. It also reported on residents' inquiries about splitting property into additional lots, including a possible subdivision of Jade Marble's property and a two-lot division requested by Martina John. The 100-foot road frontage requirement for a building lot was noted. d. Park Update - Mariah Huggins The final park reservations for the season are in September. Sprinkler lines will be blown out and facilities locked up in October. Mismatched sprinkler heads are causing uneven watering, and replacement is planned for early spring. e. Sheriff's Office No discussion. f. Fire Department No discussion. 11. Adjournment Motion Passed: Motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Huggins and seconded by Councilmember Nelson. The motion carried by voice vote. The Meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m The undersigned, duly acting and appointed clerk for Portage Town Corporation, hereby certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Town Council meeting minutes held on the 9th day of Sept 2026. Dated this the 14th day of October 2026. ________________________________ Gina R Marble, Portage Town Clerk

Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Katherine Munns at (435) 866-2108 or email portagetown@citlink.net.

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25880 N 9000 W
portage, UT 84331
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Katherine Munns

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(435)866-2108

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Notice Posted On

October 15, 2026 10:18 AM

Notice Last Edited On

October 15, 2026 10:18 AM

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