Planner: state controls road funding; taking over roads would be expensive for Daniel
Aug 26, 2026
Town Planner Eric Bunker told residents that road funds and regulation come from the state and that taking over road maintenance would require a budget the town may not afford; Planning Commissioner Scott Long said he favored a tax increase to provide more support for planning and code enforcement.
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Town Planner Eric Bunker explained that road funds largely come from the state, that the state regulates roads, and that taking over maintenance would require a larger budget than Daniel currently has. He said the town “gets authority from the State of Utah so when something is changed, the Town follows and abides by the changes,” and urged residents to stay engaged at the state level.
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