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Duchesne County commissioners approve equipment purchase, permits, voucher and personnel measures
Summary
The Duchesne County Commission on July 21 approved the purchase of a boom mower, two approach permits, acceptance of the independent auditor's report, vouchers totaling $954,962.43 (pending one invoice correction), adoption of updated Volunteer Policy 206 and multiple personnel actions including volunteer approvals and payroll for 253 employees.
The Duchesne County Commission on July 21 approved a series of procurement, finance and personnel actions, including a $31,950 equipment purchase and acceptance of the county's independent auditor's report.
Public Works Director Mike Casper presented two quotes for a hydraulic parallel-arm boom mower and told the commission the department's existing mower had outlived its expected life. Commissioner Tracy Killian moved to buy the boom mower from Big B Equipment (Roosevelt) for $31,950.00; Commissioner Jeff Chugg seconded and the motion passed with Commissioners Killian, Chugg and Chair Greg Miles voting aye.
The commission also approved two approach permits after Public Works Deputy Director Clint Curtis presented maps: one residential approach on Cedar View Road and a commercial approach for an oil site operated by Crescent Uinta, LLC. Commissioner Chugg moved to approve the permits; the motion passed unanimously.
Jon Haderlie, partner with Larson & Company, presented the county's December 31, 2024 financial statements and the independent auditor's report. Haderlie said there was "only one compliance finding" and that the Long Term Health Fund showed a deficiency that should be addressed with at least a five percent budget increase. Commissioner Killian moved to accept the report and the motion passed unanimously.
Deputy Clerk-Auditor Hadley Cardwell presented vouchers (checks 169702'''169807) totaling $954,962.43. Commissioner Chugg moved to approve the vouchers "pending the potential correction of the AAF invoice," and the motion passed with unanimous support.
Human Resource Director Judy Stevenson presented updates to Policy 206 (Volunteers). Commissioner Killian moved to adopt the amended policy; the motion passed unanimously. HR generalist Tommi Mascaro later presented a list of volunteers who passed background checks; Commissioner Chugg moved to approve them and the commission voted to approve the slate.
Stevenson also presented payroll for the period ending July 5, 2025, covering 253 employees. Commissioner Killian moved to approve payroll and the commission voted aye.
The commission approved the combined meeting minutes from July 7, 2025, as amended. The meeting adjourned at 2:25 p.m.
Votes at a glance - Purchase boom mower from Big B Equipment for $31,950.00; motion by Commissioner Tracy Killian; second Commissioner Jeff Chugg; vote: Killian (yes), Chugg (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Approve approach permits (Cedar View Road residential; Crescent Uinta, LLC commercial); motion by Commissioner Jeff Chugg; second Commissioner Tracy Killian; vote: Chugg (yes), Killian (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Accept Independent Auditor's Report (12/31/2024); motion by Commissioner Tracy Killian; second Commissioner Jeff Chugg; vote: Killian (yes), Chugg (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Approve vouchers totaling $954,962.43 (checks 169702'''169807), pending potential correction to one invoice; motion by Commissioner Jeff Chugg; second Commissioner Tracy Killian; vote: Chugg (yes), Killian (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Adopt Policy 206 (Volunteers) as amended; motion by Commissioner Tracy Killian; second Commissioner Jeff Chugg; vote: Killian (yes), Chugg (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Approve volunteer appointments (background checks completed); motion by Commissioner Jeff Chugg; second Commissioner Tracy Killian; vote: Chugg (yes), Killian (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Approve payroll for period ending July 5, 2025 (253 employees); motion by Commissioner Tracy Killian; second Commissioner Jeff Chugg; vote: Killian (yes), Chugg (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved. - Approve July 7, 2025 meeting minutes as amended; motion by Commissioner Jeff Chugg; second Commissioner Tracy Killian; vote: Chugg (yes), Killian (yes), Miles (yes); outcome: approved.
Why it matters: The procurement and finance approvals clear the way for continued road maintenance work and department operations; accepting the auditor's report identifies a funding shortfall (Long Term Health Fund) that county leaders will need to address in upcoming budgets.
Sources and attribution: Details and quotes are taken from the commission meeting minutes. Public Works Director Mike Casper reported on road chip sealing and equipment status; Jon Haderlie of Larson & Company presented audit findings; Deputy Clerk-Auditor Hadley Cardwell presented vouchers; Human Resource Director Judy Stevenson presented policy and payroll items.
Next steps: The auditor's recommendation on the Long Term Health Fund will be considered in future budgeting work; the vouchers and purchases will proceed under the approvals given.
