Grand County Service Area for Castle Valley Fire Protection public meetings in 2025
9 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission met to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss operational needs including a potential cell tower lease on Station 1 property, a $388K water tanker purchase, and year-end fundraising plans. The meeting was held electronically due to member illness.
- Potential cell tower lease on Station 1 lot with Verizon offering $900/month
- $388K quote for new 3000-gallon water tanker from Outback in SLC
- December 12 firehouse sale fundraiser with raffle and auction
- Year-end gifts approved: flashlights, emergency radios, or all-in-one gadgets
- 2026 budget delayed; will be posted for December meeting
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission discussed financing a new 3,000-gallon water tanker and the 2026 budget. The body also reviewed recent fire activity and planned for the Gourd Festival and an end-of-year event.
- Discussion of a new water tanker quote for approximately $385,000
- 2026 budget discussion including a proposed application for a portion of a $3m sales tax increase
- Report of two fires at upper Rim Shadow Lane and east Buchannan
- Planning for Gourd Festival coverage on the 18th
- End-of-Year event scheduled for December 16 at the church
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission will meet to note the cancellation of the scheduled election for officers. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions planned.
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission met to review administrative issues, the chief’s report, treasurer’s report, and discuss the 2026 budget, water supply on Lot 13, and potential purchase of a new water tanker. The commission also addressed long-term planning and policies for the fire department.
- 2026 budget proposal due by next meeting
- New water tanker quotes ranged from $400K to over $450K for 2,000–3,000 gallon units
- Water sediment on Lot 13 examined; no immediate harm to pumps reported
- Website setup cost $36 with monthly fee; email functionality expected by year-end
- Request for Grand County funding to support fire department operations
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Commission reviewed July 4th fundraising totals and current equipment status. Members discussed using PTIF funds to purchase a tender and addressed the sale of water from Lot 13 for private use.
- Reported over $3,200 in total donations and activity funds from July 4th events
- Agreement to accumulate PTIF funds for the purchase of a tender
- Discussion on charging for 37,000 gallons of water taken from Lot 13 by a contractor in June
- Report of a culvert project causing road closures from approximately October to December
- Review of 2026 budget planning, noting the 2025 budget is likely to be underspent
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Commission discussed current fire season activities, including a camper fire at Dewey and search and rescue assistance on Castle Rock. Members also reviewed candidate filings for open commission positions and discussed the upcoming July 4th event.
- Payment of approximately $9,000 insurance bill
- Candidacy filings by Michael Wakeley and Maggie Peikon for two open positions
- Report of a camper fire at Dewey involving 3 engines and 5 volunteers
- Discussion on charging private users for water from the well on Lot 13
- Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission met electronically on April 10, 2025, due to member illness and respiratory concerns. They approved the March minutes and discussed administrative items including the slow transition to a .gov domain and a pending state fire grant for equipment. The chief reported on controlled burns, insurance renewal, and training sign-ups. The commission also discussed recruiting new members and long-term planning, leading to the appointment of Mitch Stock as interim chair until the next election.
- Public comment on daily burning in the town
- State fire grant: need for pump packs, quick-connect fixtures in brass or plastic, and hose checks on trucks
- New radios causing issues; Ron Drake will ask Frank Mendoza to explain usage at training
- Appointment of Mitch Stock as interim chair; board agreed to put formal appointment on May agenda
- Discussion of WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) and properties at high risk per recent legislative changes
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Commission reviewed administrative updates regarding a CIB request for a new truck and the status of Castleton's annexation. Members also discussed future commission vacancies and the development of standard operating guidelines.
- Plan to apply for a truck via the CIB request in June
- Discussion on the annexation status of Castleton into the Moab Valley Fire district
- Proposed by-law change to set one commission position for 2 years and others for 4 years
- Report of a new battery installation in engine 39
- Plan to increase Firewise assessments and prevention messages
Castle Valley Fire Commission
The Castle Valley Fire Commission met electronically on February 13, 2025, due to member illness and prevailing respiratory illnesses. They approved the temporary appointment of Leta Vaughn to fill a vacancy and discussed annexation of Castleton, with Chair Mitch Stock to contact Kathy Bondi for more information. The commission also considered establishing a pay schedule for Moab Fire for Willow Basin responses and received donations totaling $4,850. Long-term planning included station improvements such as painting, flooring, and a new used tender.
- Temporary appointment of Leta Vaughn to replace Bill R. until his return or a replacement is found.
- Discussion of annexation of Castleton; Mitch Stock will contact Kathy Bondi for more information.
- Donations: $4,600 from Mitchell May and $250 from Paulette Grace.
- Discussion of a pay schedule to charge Moab Fire for Willow Basin fire responses.
- Long-term planning: walling exercise space at station 2, painting and new flooring at station 1, backup cameras on engines, and purchase of a new used tender.