Wayne County, UT

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding the regulation and moratorium of data centers. The meeting also includes a scheduled closed session.

• Discussion and action regarding data center moratorium and regulation
• Closed session pursuant to State Code 52-4-205 (1) (c)

Clerk's Office

The Wayne County Clerk's Office has issued an election notice for a regular general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to elect candidates to offices listed on the regular general election ballot. Ballots will be mailed beginning 21 calendar days before the election, and voters can vote by mail, at drop boxes, during early voting, or in person on Election Day. The notice also schedules a pre-election audit on October 9, 2026 and a post-election audit on November 12, 2026, both at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa.

• General election on November 3, 2026, polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 S Main, Loa
• Ballot drop boxes open October 13-November 3 at locations in Loa, Lyman, Bicknell, Torrey, and Hanksville
• Early voting October 27-30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wayne County Courthouse
• Pre-election audit October 9, 2026 at 10 a.m. and post-election audit November 12, 2026 at 10 a.m., both open to the public
• Accessible electronic ballot-marking devices and curbside voting available; accommodations contact 435-836-1302

Clerk's Office

This is a notice from the Wayne County Clerk's Office announcing the 2026 Regular General Election to be held on November 3, 2026. No meeting or discussion items are included; it is solely a procedural election notice.

• Election date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
• Filed by Felicia Snow, Wayne County Clerk/Auditor, under Utah Election Code 20A-5-101
• Meeting location: 18 S Main, Loa, UT 84747
• Accommodations available by calling 435-836-1302

Wayne County

The Wayne County Commission will meet to ratify a project award and appoint a UCIP representative. The body will also review previous meeting minutes and approve vouchers.

• Ratify Award for Wayne County 2025 Pavement Pre-WWA Project
• Resolution 2026-05: UCIP Representative Appointment for Meeting
• Approval of vouchers

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning body will review a variance request for a subdivision and hold discussions regarding data centers. This includes a presentation on infrastructure, services, and storage.

• Setback variance request from Michael Stephenson for Phase II White Ledges Subdivision
• Presentation by Amy Talbot (University of Utah) on infrastructure, services, and storage
• Discussion regarding a moratorium on data centers

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 10:00 am at 18 S Main in Loa. The agenda includes an intent for Truth-in-Taxation, a 10:30 AM discussion with Garrick Wilden-Jones of Jones & DeMille on the Hanksville Diversion, and an 11:00 AM item with Brock Jackson on an R6/Land Purchase Agreement. The commission will also approve minutes and vouchers, hear commissioner reports, and may hold a closed session.

• Intent for Truth-in-Taxation
• 10:30 AM: Garrick Wilden-Jones, Jones & DeMille — Hanksville Diversion
• 11:00 AM: Brock Jackson — R6/Land Purchase Agreement
• Approve vouchers and minutes of previous meeting
• Closed session as the commission states

Wayne County Community Economic Opportunity Board

The Wayne County Community Economic Opportunity Board (also referred to as the Economic Development Board) will meet to discuss a Regional Council of Governments (RCOG) application for the Bicknell Business Park and an introduction to the NEVI (National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) program. The meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at the Wayne County Courthouse in Loa, Utah, and includes time for additional remarks before adjournment.

• Discussion of RCOG application for Bicknell Business Park
• Introduction to the NEVI Program
• Meeting held at Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main, Loa, UT

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review and renew an existing conditional use permit (CUP) for Grundy Concrete's sand and gravel mining operation, consider a building setback variance request, and discuss a sign CUP for Desert Skies Resort. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion on P&Z ordinance and data centers.

• Review & renewal of CUP for Grundy Concrete sand & gravel mining at 360 E 1000 N, Loa, UT
• Michael Stephenson variance for building setbacks in future dedicated subdivision
• Sign CUP for Desert Skies Resort (Nick Kanaan)
• Approval of minutes from Feb 11, 2026 and July 8, 2026 meetings
• Discussion on P&Z Ordinance & data centers

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, financial statements, and vouchers, and to review a 5-year contract for Time Clock Plus and McGrath's compensation wage study comparable list. No appointments are scheduled for discussion with commissioners. The meeting may include a closed session as determined by the commission.

• Review/Approve Time Clock Plus 5 Year Contract
• Approve McGrath's Compensation Wage Study Comparable List
• Approve Financial Statements
• Approve Vouchers
• Closed Session as Commission States

Wayne County Water Conservancy District

The Wayne County Water Conservancy District will meet to discuss a water development feasibility study with Jones & DeMille/Ensign Engineering, consider legal services, and make board member appointments. The agenda also includes a possible closed session and routine items like minutes approval.

• Water Development Feasibility Study update with Jones & DeMille / Ensign Engineering
• SAM.gov registration update
• Discussion and action item for legal services
• Board Member Appointments: At-Large - Val Rees, Hanksville - Duke Alvey, Lyman - Stan Wood
• Closed session under Utah Code § 52-4-205, if needed

Tourism Board

The Wayne County Tourism Board is meeting to discuss routine business including agenda approval, minutes, and a director's report. They will also consider a special event funding request from Brittani Wells, review the budget, and discuss final brochure edits, a tear sheet, and the website.

• Special Event Funding Request - Brittani Wells
• Budget review
• Brochure final edits
• Tear sheet discussion
• Website discussion

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will meet to review several county approvals and appointments. Key items include a review of the Resolution 2026-02 Fire Ban and the EMS Strategic Plan for 2027-2032.

• Review or rescind Resolution 2026-02 Fire Ban
• Discussion of Joshua Guest-Flock Safety Contract
• Review of Tiffany Martineau-EMS Strategic Plan 2027-2032
• Colleen Allen-Parcel Layer Funding review
• R6 Self Help Program appointment

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed conditional use permit for eight Tesla EV charging stalls on a 3.70-acre parcel at 865 E SR 24, Torrey, UT. The commission will also conduct four-year reviews of conditional use permits for Taft Travel Plaza, Desert Skies Resort, and Grundy Concrete. Other business and discussion items may be considered.

• Conditional use permit for 8 Tesla EV charging stalls on BCI-zoned property at 865 E SR 24, Torrey (3.70 acres, NW1/4SE1/4 Section 7 T29S R5E)
• 4-year review of Taft Travel Plaza conditional use permit
• 4-year review of Desert Skies Resort conditional use permit (Nick Kanaan)
• 4-year review of Grundy Concrete conditional use permit (Cody Grundy)
• Public hearing at Wayne County Courthouse, August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit. The request involves installing eight Tesla electric vehicle charging stalls and associated utility equipment on a 3.70 acre parcel.

• Conditional Use Permit for 8 Tesla EV charging stalls at 865 E SR 24, Torrey UT

Wayne County Water Conservancy District

The Wayne County Water Conservancy District Board is holding a work meeting to discuss a water development feasibility study, including updated reports from Jones & DeMille Engineering and Ensign Engineering, and to review potential reservoir and groundwater options. They will also explore funding opportunities such as NRCS PL-566 and Bureau of Reclamation Planning Grants, and plan next steps for project scope and timeline. No formal action is anticipated.

• Review updated PIFR and previous studies for water development
• Discuss potential reservoir and groundwater options
• Explore NRCS PL-566 and Bureau of Reclamation Planning Grant funding
• Update on SAM.gov and Grants.gov registration
• October grant application timeline

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear an overview of the Sagebrush Academy program, and consider several county approvals including a state agriculture grant agreement, senior center nutrition funds, a community rental fee waiver, and a letter supporting water infrastructure improvements. The agenda also includes commissioner reports, voucher approvals, and a possible closed session.

• Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Grant Agreement
• R6 MOU Senior Center Nutrition Program funds
• Community Rental Fee Waiver Application
• Letter in Support of the Dump Road Canal Company's Water Infrastructure Improvements
• 10:00 AM Nicole Brinkerhoff Sagebrush Academy Overview

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming conditional use permit (CUP) reviews and agenda items, as well as a proposed addition of a Water Element to the county's General Plan. They will also continue discussions on a P&Z Ordinance Update and a presentation on data centers. The meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 7:00 pm at 18 S Main, Loa, UT.

• Discussion on upcoming CUP reviews and agenda items
• Water Element addition to General Plan
• Further discussion on P&Z Ordinance Update
• Data centers presentation (power point)

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will meet on August 3, 2026, to approve routine items including minutes, vouchers, and appointments, with key decisions on a drought emergency declaration and a cooperative agreement with UDOT for Teasdale Road rehabilitation. The meeting also includes discussions on tourism tax advisory board support and a human resources compensation study.

• Approve minutes of previous meeting
• Drought Emergency Declaration
• Ratify McGrath Human Resources Group Compensation & Classification Study agreement
• Community Rental Fee Waiver Application
• Cooperative Agreement UDOT Teasdale Road Rehabilitation

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026, has been canceled. The body will meet next on August 12, 2026.

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will consider approving multiple new hires for the Road Department and Weeds, a 2026 USU Cooperative Agreement, property deeds for Fremont, a support letter for the Dump Canal, and appointments to the Wayne County Water Conservancy District. The agenda also includes a presentation on IHC Charity Care Plan, a Master Recreation Plan update, a second-quarter financial review, and the award of a Compensation & Classification bidder. The meeting will conclude with a closed session as determined by the Commission.

• Approve Road Department New Hire Felicia Snow
• Approve Weeds New Hire Felicia Snow
• 2026 USU Cooperative Agreement with Felicia Snow
• Deeds for Property Changes Fremont
• Wayne County Water Conservancy District Appointments

Tourism Board

The Wayne County Tourism Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine items including a budget review, director's report, and approval of minutes. The board will also consider an OHV (off-highway vehicle) grant and updates to the tourism website, brochure, and a video shoot. No decisions or specific funding amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Budget Review
• OHV Grant discussion
• Website update
• Brochure update
• Video shoot planning

Wayne County Water Conservancy District

The Wayne County Water Conservancy District will review applications for a feasibility study regarding water development along the Fremont River. The board will also review the 2026 financial budget and discuss board member appointments for expiring terms.

• Review of applications for Feasibility Study for Water Development Along the Fremont River
• 2026 Account Review for financial budget overview
• Review of At-Large board member application from Val Rees
• Recommendation for Hanksville & Lyman board member appointment

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission is holding a special meeting on July 8, 2026. The agenda includes a proposed moratorium on data center development and approval of vouchers. Roll call will be taken.

• Roll Call
• Moratorium on Data Center Development
• Approve Vouchers

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application from Capitol Reef Retreat LLC, presented by Hayden Coombs of the Utah Division of Water Rights. The board will also discuss an ordinance update and other business.

• Conditional use permit for Capitol Reef Retreat LLC
• Presentation by Hayden Coombs (Utah Division of Water Rights)
• Ordinance update discussion
• Other business and discussion items

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will meet July 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Items include certifying the 2026 primary election canvas, discussing community recreation center funding, and considering a new sheriff secretary hire. The commission will also vote on a policy handbook, IDC Grant Agreement, and a support letter for a Dump Road canal grant. A closed session is scheduled as needed.

• Certify 2026 primary election canvas (Felicia Snow)
• Discuss Community Rec. Center Funding (Julie Chappell)
• Approve RCG funds and Economic Development Board member (Jeff Tanner)
• Discuss Prairie Dog Fence project (Koy Burton, Jones & DeMille)
• Approve new Sheriff Secretary, policy handbook, IDC Grant Agreement, and support letter for Dump Road Canal Grant

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposals by Alison Bagley: a rezoning from Residential/Agricultural to Resort Recreation with a conditional use permit for rental units at 1209 S Cliff House Way, and a conditional use permit and variance for an accessory employee house at 1091 S Cliff House Way. They will also review a conditional use permit for Capitol Reef Retreat LLC data centers and discuss a possible data center moratorium. Additional topics include a zoning ordinance update covering subdivisions and roads.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcel 02-0030-0837 at 1209 S Cliff House Way from Res/Ag to Resort Recreation with conditional use permit for 3 rental suite units and 1 trailer rental unit
• Public hearing on conditional use permit and variance for separate utilities for a small accessory employee house at 1091 S Cliff House Way
• Conditional use permit review for Capitol Reef Retreat LLC data centers
• Discussion and possible action on a data center moratorium
• Discussion of zoning ordinance update including subdivision and roads

Wayne County Community Economic Opportunity Board

The Wayne County Community Economic Opportunity Board will meet to discuss the progress of the Business Park and the 2027 application. The board will also review the 2026 Annual Report and consider a new board member.

• Approval to add Duke Alvey to CEO Board
• 2026 Annual Report Update
• 2027 Application
• Discussion of Business Park next steps

Planning and Zoning

The Wayne County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 24, 2026, to consider two proposed changes for a property on Cliff House Way in Torrey. The requests involve changing the zoning classification and seeking a conditional use permit and variance for an employee housing unit.

• Proposed rezoning from Residential/Ag to Resort Recreation
• Conditional Use Permit for 3 rental suite units and 1 trailer rental unit
• Variance request for separate utilities due to distance
• Request for a small accessory employee house on an existing residential parcel
• Hearing scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Wayne County Courthouse

Wayne County Water Conservancy District

The Wayne County Water Conservancy District will approve minutes from April 22, 2026, and discuss the golf course with Ty Rees. The board will review requests for qualifications for a feasibility study on water development along the Fremont River. A closed session and a financial budget overview for 2026 are also scheduled.

• Approve minutes from April 22, 2026
• Golf course discussion with Ty Rees
• Review request for qualifications for a feasibility study for water development along the Fremont River
• Closed session
• Financial budget overview and 2026 account review

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will meet to discuss Fremont Park and review an IMD contract for the EMS Director. The body will also consider several agreements and a resolution regarding retirement rates.

• Fremont Park discussion with Lauralee Williams
• IMD Contract approval with EMS Director Tiffany Martineau
• Bookmobile Memorandum of Agreement
• Facilities Use Agreement between Utah State University (USU) and Wayne County
• URS 2026-2027 Retirement Rates/T2 Public Safety Pick Up Resolution

Clerk's Office

The Clerk's Office is providing notice for the 2026 Regular Primary Election and associated equipment testing. Logic and Accuracy testing of automatic tabulating equipment will occur before and after the election date.

• Logic and Accuracy testing on June 5, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Wayne County Courthouse, Room 104
• Regular Primary Election on Tuesday, June 23, 2026
• Logic and Accuracy testing on June 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Wayne County Courthouse, Room 104

Clerk's Office

This notice from the Wayne County Clerk’s Office provides information about the 2026 Primary Election, including drop box locations, early voting, election day voting, and post-election audit dates. It is an informational notice, not a decision-making meeting.

• Ballot drop boxes at Wayne County Courthouse in Loa (unattended June 2–23), Lyman Town Hall (June 2–19), Bicknell Town Hall (Tues/Thurs, June 2–18), Wayne County Travel Center in Torrey (Tues/Thurs, June 2–18), and Hanksville Town Hall (Tues–Thurs, June 2–18)
• Early voting June 16–19, 10 AM–2 PM at Wayne County Courthouse
• Election day voting June 23, 7 AM–8 PM at Wayne County Courthouse
• Ballot processing begins June 19 and June 23 at 10 AM
• Post-election audit June 29 at 10 AM at Wayne County Courthouse

Wayne County Commission

The Wayne County Commission will meet to discuss a proposal for updating the county's land use and subdivision code. The body will also consider a resolution to establish landfill hours and a marketing application support letter.

• Sunrise Professional Services Proposal/Agreement for Wayne County Land Use & Subdivision Code Update
• Resolution 2026-03 Establishing Landfill Hours
• Ratify Letter of Support For Co-op Marketing Application
• Approve EMT Employee
• Discussion with Brock Jackson regarding R6/ Nuclear Education Event