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Commission hears tourism and tri‑county startup updates; local events scheduled
Summary
Commissioners and staff reviewed community events (trunk-or-treat, Burbot Bash, Christmas tree sponsorships) and described a tri‑county startup pitch competition with monthly $3,000 prizes through Weber State University; organizers will circulate literature and seek sponsors.
The Daggett County Commission used part of its Oct. 28 meeting to hear tourism and community‑event updates and to discuss local economic development outreach.
Jordan Hewitt and other participants described a trunk‑or‑treat event organized for safety reasons to centralize trick‑or‑treating; Manila and Dutch John were invited to participate. Organizers explained that trunks are decorated and candy distributed from vehicles, and they encouraged community members to participate. A turkey‑trap (shoot) event was scheduled for Nov. 29 at 10 a.m., and organizers outlined plans for community Christmas activities centered on Dec. 6, including a tree‑lighting program. A sponsorship fee of $200 was proposed to cover lights and signage and to “foster” a tree for three years; Bridger Valley Electric (representative 'Von' mentioned) was expected to assist with lighting installation.
On economic development, meeting participants said they plan recurring tri‑county coordination meetings to address expected job growth and core infrastructure needs (electricity and water). The commission heard about a Weber State University 'Wildcat' pitch competition arranged for tri‑county startups. According to the presentation, eligible new businesses (less than one year old) can present monthly for a $3,000 prize; entrants may compete up to three times per year, potentially earning up to $9,000. Organizers (Travis Campbell and Deb Heron mentioned) will provide sponsor packages and circulate literature to interested entrepreneurs.
No formal policy or funding decisions were made at this meeting on these items; staff said promotional materials and further coordination will follow. Public comment included one citizen asking about a neighbor dispute and whether County Attorney Sutton was present; the presiding officer said Sutton was expected later and offered to slot the citizen to speak with the attorney when available.
