Draft policy would codify county contract-signing authority under Utah Code

Sep 2, 2026

County HR/legal staff presented Policy 102 at the Sept. 2 work session to codify who may sign contracts for Uintah County, emphasizing that under Utah Code the Board of County Commissioners holds primary signing authority and that any delegation must be recorded in writing or by public meeting action.

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Loren Anderson presented Policy 102 to the commission, explaining the draft would formally codify who is authorized to sign contracts on behalf of Uintah County. Anderson said the proposal responds to concerns raised by the Legal Department about employees signing contracts without authority, which can create liability and affect UCIP insurance coverage.

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