Council approves ordinance easing Economic Development Board appointment process

Jul 15, 2026

Payson City Council approved an amendment to municipal code that streamlines the hiring‑committee membership used to vet Economic Development Board candidates while keeping the mayor's authority to appoint the council representative.

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Payson City Council voted unanimously July 15 to approve Ordinance 07‑15‑2026‑A, which revises Payson City Code 2.52.040 to simplify the process for appointing members to the Economic Development Board. The change allows the city manager, board chair, development services director and/or designees to serve on a hiring committee to review applications and interview prospective board members.

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