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Council approves $350,000 for Public Lands Access Protection; chair recuses

Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Council, Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation · June 17, 2026
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Summary

The council approved a $350,000 grant for the Public Lands Access Protection program to support state legal representation against federal road closures. Chair Jason Blankenagel declared a conflict and did not vote.

Redge Johnson presented the Public Lands Access Protection (PLPCO) request, asking for $350,000 to represent state interests in federal land management and to contest road closures in Travel Management Plans (TMPs). Johnson highlighted outreach tools including "Access Map 360" and an online comment generator intended to assist public engagement on TMPs.

During final deliberations the council voted to approve the PLPCO award. The minutes note that "Cliff Cows spoke in favor, noting that PLPCO provides high-value legal work for the state." Chair Jason Blankenagel declared a conflict and did not participate in the vote, which passed via roll call.

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