Boulder, UT

Town Council

This notice is informational and concerns a change to the meeting schedule. The November Regular Town Council Meeting has been rescheduled to November 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM due to Election Day conflicts.

Town Council

This is an informational notice regarding the election on November 3, 2026. It outlines ballot mailing dates, registration deadlines, and ballot return procedures.

• Ballots mailed beginning October 13, 2026
• Voter registration deadline: October 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM
• Ballot return deadline: November 3, 2026, by 8:00 PM
• Boulder Town Ballot Drop Box located at 351 North 100 East

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review directives from the Town Council regarding upcoming priorities. Discussions include updating the zoning code and changing how the Board of Adjustment is replaced.

• Discussion on Chapter 153 Zoning Code Revision
• Proposal to replace Board of Adjustment with Administrative Law Judge Appeal Authority
• Review of Town Council-Planning Commission communication and ordinance development process
• Discussion of a potential joint work session on November 17, 2026

Town Council

This is an informational notice regarding a prescribed fire conducted by the Fishlake National Forest. The operation is scheduled for October 8 through October 10, 2026, pending weather.

• Prescribed fire on east side of Boulder Mountain between Frisky Creek and Pleasant Creek
• Forest Closure Order #0408-26-19 restricting entry to lands, trails, and roads 1297, 554, 567, 247, and 323 from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11

Town Council

This notice announces a resolution passed by the Boulder Town Council on October 6, 2026. The action specifically addresses the status of seasonal fire restrictions within the town.

• Resolution No. 2026-24: Terminating The 2026 Seasonal Fire Restrictions In Boulder Town, Utah

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Boulder Community Center, 351 North 100 East, Boulder, Utah. The council will consider Resolution No. 2026-W terminating the 2026 seasonal fire restrictions, a flat-rate cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for the Town staff pay schedule, and a funding request from the Special Events Community Account for the Boulder 6th Grade Washington D.C. field trip. It will also consider Resolution No. 2026-X amending the Purchasing and Procurement Policy and Resolution No. 2026-Y amending the Fee and Fine Schedule. A work session will discuss Planning Commission priorities, Cemetery Road maintenance, and replacing the Board of Adjustment with an administrative law judge appeal.

• Resolution No. 2026-W terminating the 2026 seasonal fire restrictions
• Flat-rate cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for the Town staff pay schedule
• Funding request from the Special Events Community Account for the Boulder 6th Grade Washington D.C. field trip
• Resolution No. 2026-X amending the Purchasing and Procurement Policy
• Resolution No. 2026-Y amending the Fee and Fine Schedule

Town Council

This is a public notice, not a meeting agenda: the Town of Boulder is advertising a part-time Zoning Administrator position, roughly 20 to 40 hours per month. The notice describes the job duties, qualifications, and how to apply, and says pay follows the Town's existing staff pay scale without stating a figure. No decisions, votes, or public hearings are listed.

• Part-time Zoning Administrator sought, approximately 20 to 40 hours per month
• Pay based on the current Boulder Town Staff Pay Schedule; no dollar amount given
• Application deadline Wednesday, October 7, 2026 for the first round of interviews; open until filled
• Duties include reviewing zoning permits and variance requests, site inspections, and enforcement
• Role also serves as sole member of the Town's Administrative Land Use Authority (ALUA)

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council is holding a special meeting on September 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Boulder Community Center. The main item is a discussion and possible action on an agreement with Boulder Farmstead Water Company regarding a received termination letter. The meeting also includes opening procedures, a possible closed session, public comment, and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on agreement with Boulder Farmstead Water Company regarding received termination letter
• Adoption of agenda (action item)
• Declaration of conflicts of interest
• Closed session (motion required to enter/exit)
• Public comment (20 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)

Planning Commission

The Boulder Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 15, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Boulder Community Center. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice-chair, discussing takeaways from the Five County Association of Governments Summit, and reviewing current and upcoming business. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair (action item)
• Discussion on Five County Association of Governments Summit Key Takeaways
• Approval of August 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment periods (20 minutes each, 3-minute speaker limit)
• No public hearings scheduled

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council approved several ordinances on September 1, 2026. These updates affect residential short-term rentals, business licensing, alcohol licensing, and fire restrictions.

• Ordinance 2026-02: Updates zoning and land use for Residential Short-Term Rentals (RSTRs)
• Ordinance 2026-03: Updates licensing eligibility for Residential Short-Term Rentals
• Ordinance 2026-04: Updates general business licensing provisions
• Ordinance 2026-05: Updates local consent procedures for state alcohol licensing
• Ordinance 2026-06: Aligns local fire restrictions with Utah's Stage 1 and Stage 2 framework

Town Council

This is a public information notice from the Boulder Town Council about fire restrictions, not a meeting agenda with decisions to be made. It states that Ordinance No. 2026-06, passed September 1, 2026, revised Chapter 130 of the Town Code to align local restrictions with state safety frameworks. The notice describes the annual fire restriction season (May 1 through October 31), summarizes current Stage 1 restrictions, and notes enforcement and penalties. No votes, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Ordinance No. 2026-06, passed September 1, 2026, revised Chapter 130 of the Boulder Town Code on fire restrictions
• Annual fire restriction season runs May 1 through October 31, defaulting to Stage 1 unless modified by Town Council resolution
• Stage 1 bans open fires except in approved fire pits or designated governmental fire rings; prohibits outdoor smoking, fireworks, and pyrotechnics
• Violations are subject to fines set by the Town Council fee schedule; each prohibited fire or firework is a separate offense
• Enforcement may be carried out by Boulder Town, the Boulder Town Fire Department, or the Garfield County Sheriff's Office

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council will hold a public hearing and legislative session regarding multiple code amendments. Proposed changes include regulations for residential short-term rentals, alcoholic beverages, general business, and fire restriction periods.

• Amendments to short-term rental ordinances (Chapters 112 and Section 153.204)
• Amendments to alcoholic beverage regulations (Chapter 111)
• Amendments to fire restriction ordinance (Chapter 130)
• Fire protection and water access agreement with Boulder Farmstead Water Company
• Proposed fee schedule resolution

Town Council

Planning Commission

The Boulder Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 18, 2026, to receive comments on proposed amendments to the town's Residential Short-Term Rental regulations. The changes aim to improve administrative clarity, enforceability, and conditional use and business licensing workflows, based on legal counsel recommendations and prior discussions. Two draft ordinances are under consideration.

• Public hearing on Draft Ordinance No. 2026-C: Amendments to Boulder Town Code Chapter 112 (Residential Short-Term Rentals)
• Public hearing on Draft Ordinance No. 2026-D: Amendments to Boulder Town Code Section 153.204 (Residential Short-Term Rentals)
• Meeting at Boulder Community Center, 351 North 100 East, Boulder, Utah
• Zoom participation available (Meeting ID: 4353357300, Password: 84716)

Planning Commission

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council is holding a public hearing and will consider adopting a property tax increase and the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The proposed tax hike would raise property tax revenue by $12,897 per year, a 184.68% increase over last year's budgeted amount, to fund technology improvements. The council will vote on resolutions to set the final tax rate and adopt the budget.

• Public hearing on Truth in Taxation and proposed property tax increase
• Proposed tax on a $300,000 residence rises from $29.04 to $82.83 per year
• Proposed tax on a $300,000 business rises from $52.80 to $150.60 per year
• Resolution No. 2026-S adopting final tax rate of 0.000502
• Resolution No. 2026-T adopting FY27 General Fund Budget

Town Council

The Boulder Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed property tax increase. The hearing is scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Boulder Community Center. Residents may attend in person or virtually via Zoom.

• Proposed property tax increase for a $300,000 residence from $29.04 to $82.83 annually
• Proposed property tax increase for a $300,000 business from $52.80 to $150.60 annually
• Additional $12,897 in annual property tax revenue if approved
• 184.68% increase in property tax budgeted revenue above last year's excluding new growth
• Public hearing at 351 North 100 East, Boulder, UT 84716

Town Council

The Town Council is not holding a regular meeting on this date; instead, it has posted a public notice seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. The open seat is a partial term through December 2028. Applications are due by August 25, 2026, and applicants must attend the September 1, 2026 Town Council meeting.

• One open Planning Commission seat: partial 4-year term ending December 2028
• Application deadline: August 25, 2026, by email, drop box, or mail to PO Box 1329, Boulder, UT 84716
• Applicants must attend the September 1, 2026 Town Council meeting at 7:00 PM
• Commission reviews land-use, zoning, and development matters under Utah Code Title 10, Chapter 9a

Planning Commission

This is a notice of a vacancy on the Boulder Planning Commission, not a regular meeting agenda. The town is accepting letters of interest through August 25, 2026, for one open seat (partial term through December 2028). Applicants must also attend the Town Council meeting on September 1, 2026.

• One open seat on the Planning Commission, partial 4-year term through December 2028
• Application deadline: August 25, 2026, by email, drop-off, or mail
• Applicants must attend Town Council meeting on September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Town Council

This is a job announcement, not a regular decision-making meeting. The Boulder Town Council is seeking applicants for a part-time Deputy Clerk/Recording Secretary position (20-40 hours per month). Applications are due by July 24, 2026 for first-round interviews.

• Deputy Clerk/Recording Secretary position, approximately 20-40 hours per month
• Compensation based on town pay scale, discussed with experience
• Requires proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Applications due July 24, 2026 for first interview round
• Submit letter of interest, resume, and three references to [email protected]

Town Council

The Town Council will decide on HVAC equipment expenditures and fuel card applications. The meeting includes a work session to discuss proposed amendments to the alcoholic beverages ordinance, fee schedule, and purchasing policy.

• Acceptance of expenditures for HVAC Equipment Replacement
• Authorization for Town Credit Account and State Fuel Card Applications
• Proposed amendment to Alcoholic Beverages Ordinance (RES-2026-M)
• Review of proposed Fee Schedule amendment
• Review of Boulder Farmstead Water Contract

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on comments regarding the General Plan Goals and Actions. The body will also determine the next steps for the General Plan.

• Review of comments on General Plan Goals and Actions
• Discussion of next steps for the General Plan
• Approval of May 12, 2026, Special Meeting minutes
• Approval of May 19, 2026, Regular Meeting minutes

Town Council

This document is a public notice regarding the 2026 Republican Primary Election for Garfield County. It provides information on contested positions, voter eligibility, and ballot deadlines.

• Republican Primary Election on Tuesday, June 23, 2026
• Contested positions: U.S. House District 3, State House District 69, and Garfield County Commission Seat A
• Ballot deadline: Must be received by Garfield County Clerk's Office by 8:00 p.m. on June 23, 2026
• Early voting period: June 9 through June 22, 2026
• Boulder Town Office dropbox available Tuesdays from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a series of poster sessions to present the draft of the Boulder General Plan Goals and Actions. Community members are invited to review the materials and submit feedback at the Boulder Community Center.

• Review of Boulder General Plan Goals and Actions DRAFT
• Poster sessions held June 9, 10, 11, 13, and 16 at 351 North 100 East

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Proposed Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Town Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, which includes a proposed tax increase. They will also consider amendments to the FY2026 budget and a property tax impact schedule. Other business includes approval of Fourth of July expenditures and plan, a resolution to extend new business licenses, and appointment of a landfill attendant substitute.

• Public hearing and consideration of FY2027 budget with proposed tax increase
• Consideration of amendments to FY2026 budget
• Consideration of Fourth of July expenditures and celebration plan
• Consideration of resolution to extend new business licenses
• Consideration of landfill attendant substitute (agenda item added June 1)

Planning Commission

The Boulder Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the goals and actions in the General Plan, schedule a public meeting on those goals, and consider process and changes for the Zoning Code. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and department reports. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discuss goals and actions in the General Plan
• Discuss scheduling a public meeting on General Plan goals and actions
• Discuss process and changes for the Zoning Code
• Approve minutes from April 21, 2026 regular meeting
• Department reports from Town Council, Staff, and Chair

Planning Commission

The Boulder Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Boulder Community Center, 351 North 100 East. The meeting consists of a work session to discuss General Plan goals and actions, plan for the regular May 19th meeting, and schedule a public meeting on the General Plan. No formal action is expected on these discussion items, though the commission will adopt the agenda and may enter closed session.

• Discuss General Plan goals and actions
• Discuss May 19th Planning Commission meeting agenda
• Discuss date and logistics for a public meeting on the General Plan
• Possible closed session (motion required to enter/exit)

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to adopt the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and consider adjustments to the certified tax rate. The session also includes reports on zoning code revisions and a work session on local ordinances.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Tentative Budget
• Consideration of adjusting the certified tax rate and public notification plan
• Planning Commission progress report on General Plan and Zoning Code revisions
• Work session on a Conditional Use Permit regarding the Residential Short-Term Rental Ordinance
• Work session on proposed amendments to the Town Tree Ordinance

Planning Commission

The Boulder Planning Commission will discuss the General Plan, including possibly holding a community meeting, and review next steps on the Zoning Code. They will also review and vote on a draft RSTR CUP (Resort Short-Term Rental Conditional Use Permit) application form to forward to the Town Council. No public hearings are scheduled. Routine items include approval of previous minutes and reports.

• Discuss the General Plan and possible community meeting
• Review next steps on the Zoning Code
• Review and consider draft RSTR CUP application form
• Motion to approve draft RSTR CUP form to Town Council
• Approval of March 17, 2026 regular meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting featuring a work session to discuss the tentative FY27 budget, a tax rate increase, and legal priorities. No action will be taken during the work session portion of the meeting.

• Discussion of FY27 Tentative Budget
• Discussion of Tax Rate Increase
• Discussion of Legal Priorities

Town Council

This agenda is a public notice, not a decision-making meeting. It reminds residents of the town-wide fire ban effective through October 31, 2026, and outlines prohibited activities under Boulder Town Code and regional Stage 1 restrictions.

• Fireworks, open fires, and outdoor smoking prohibited town-wide until Oct 31, 2026
• Open fires allowed only in permanent improved fire pits or with Town Council pre-approval and Fire Department supervision
• Garfield County Stage 1 restrictions apply to unincorporated lands, banning open fires except in designated facilities
• Stage 1 also prohibits smoking, fireworks, and metal grinding in dry vegetation; requires spark arrestors on engines