Fielding council interviews two candidates for activities seat; no appointment announced

At a Fielding Town Council meeting, councilors interviewed two residents — Justine Holmgren and Heather Ann Marsh — to fill an open council seat responsible for community activities and events. The council approved the meeting agenda earlier in the session and later adjourned without announcing an appointment.

Both candidates emphasized local engagement and practical experience. Justine Holmgren said she grew up in nearby Bear River City and that organizing community events drew her to the role: “I love building fun days,” she said, citing work on Easter egg hunts and Memorial Day gatherings and noting she has taught budgeting courses through BYU Pathway. Holmgren also said she has ideas to improve walkability, including adding sidewalks to make routes to school safer.

Heather Ann Marsh described long-term ties to the town and volunteer service and said she wants to set a positive example for younger residents: “I just want to be an example to my grandkids,” she said. Marsh noted longstanding part-time work at the local hospital and emphasized recruiting volunteers and improving communications — such as newsletters or clearer online notices — so more residents learn about openings and meetings.

Councilors and others discussed how to reduce the workload tied to the activities portfolio. Several speakers suggested spreading tasks across committees or recruiting volunteers; one council participant suggested that if someone were to oversee all activities, that person might be paid as an activities coordinator rather than rely entirely on volunteers. Others cautioned about expanding paid roles and suggested working with existing town staff.

Procedurally, an unidentified council member moved to approve the agenda early in the meeting; the motion passed on an 'Aye' vote. The transcript records council members later preparing to cast ballots for the vacancy, but it does not contain an announcement of an appointment. The meeting concluded after an adjournment motion carried.

The council did not record a formal appointment in the provided transcript. Members signaled appreciation for both candidates’ willingness to serve and discussed next steps internally; no further details about the selection timetable were announced in the meeting record.