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Commission reviews large mountain-bike race, BLM trespass concerns and trail-management options
Summary
Officials reviewed a recent mountain-bike event that drew large participation and dust issues; commissioners discussed BLM objections to a warm-up track outside the cleared area and said they would pursue land-status work and closer coordination with BLM to enable future events and dust mitigation.
County staff and commissioners presented a recap of a weekend mountain-bike event near Red Canyon and Bryce Canyon area. Unidentified Speaker 5 (public works/staff) described parking, staging and a warm-up track that generated dust; speakers estimated about 1,200 participants and also referenced higher attendance figures in discussion.
Speakers reported the BLM informed organizers that part of the warm-up track lay outside the countys cleared area and described the interaction as a compliance issue. County staff said they plan to pursue a more formal land-management arrangement (right-of-way or management plan) so the county or race organizers can better control mitigation measures such as watering and trail improvements. One staff member compared the timeline and permitting for similar projects in other counties and noted prior projects have taken multiple years; the county intends to work with BLM to reduce delays and allow dust-mitigation (additional water trucks) for future events.
No formal county action was taken at the meeting on permitting or event approvals; commissioners praised the economic benefit and recommended staff continue coordination with BLM and update the commission on progress.
