Monticello

Public input on Monticello Circle Park development

by David Boyle News Director Member of the Monticello City Council approved a 10 percent increase in sewer rates to fund sewer infrastructure improvements, and discussed the future of Circle Park at their February 25 meeting. The sewer project will include upgrades and replacement of sewer lines,...

Monticello council prepares for possible sewer rate increase

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Monticello City Council prepared for a possible 10-percent increase in sewer rates to cover infrastructure upgrades, moved closer on a golf cart ordinance and heard from the Utah Manufacturing Association at their latest meeting. At the February 11...

Monticello talks drought and fire concerns

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Monticello City Council spent a significant portion of their January 28 meeting discussing drought concerns, as well as fire risks in the Monticello area. Following discussions the council approved a letter to residents emphasizing the reduction of fire...

Monticello City looks at electric grid analysis

by David Boyle News Director The Monticello City Council approved a request for proposal for an electrical grid analysis at their January 14 meeting. The city lease with Empire Electric is coming up for review in July of 2025. City staff recommended a professional analysis to explore the city’s...

Brad Bunker named Monticello Citizen of the Year

Brad Bunker was named Citizen of the Year by the Monticello City Council on December 16. The anonymous nomination letter stated, “I can’t think of anyone, short of city staff and council members, who serves the people of Monticello more than he does.” One example is giving students rides to school...

Monticello City considers bond for sewer lines

by David Boyle News Director The Monticello City Council authorized issuance of a sewer bond, got an update on the Spring Creek water project and received a grant for ADA playground equipment at their latest meeting. The council authorized the issuance of sewer revenue bonds on December 10. City...

Monticello discusses annexation area, fees

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Monticello city council reviewed the city expansion area, the fee schedule and approved repairs to the old pro shop at their latest meeting. At their November 26 meeting members of the Monticello City Council reviewed the annexation expansion area. City...

County receives Housing Study report

by David Boyle News Director Members of the San Juan County Commission heard the results of a recent housing study, approved a new deputy county attorney and approved election canvass results at their latest meeting. At their November 19 meeting members of the San Juan County commission heard the...

Hideout reports banner year, city talks golf carts

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Monticello City Council heard an end-of-year report on the Hideout Golf Course, approved a purchase for the city garbage truck and discussed the driving of golf carts on city streets at their latest meeting. Members of the city council heard an end of...

Monticello may develop housing at Circle Park

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Monticello City Council heard a presentation about developing Circle Park into affordable housing, approved a grant letter to address the visitor center roof, and made progress on the agreement with the new hospital at their latest meeting. Monticello...