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Come watch the St. George Marathon
stgeorgemarathon.com
Date: Saturday, October 1st, 2016
Start Time: Wheelchairs and HandCranks – 6:40 AM, Runners – 6:45 AM
Start Location: Pine Valley, Utah
Rated by Runner’s World as one of the four “Marathons to Build a Vacation Around” in the World. Included in Runner`s World 10 Most Scenic and Fastest Marathons and Top 20 Marathons in the… read more
Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.
You may have recently seen harrowing headlines like “Russians Hack Elections System,” “Rigged Elections?” and “Is Our Democracy at Risk?” Your Utah elections officials would like to offer our own headline: “Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.”
Utah’s election officials are like momma bears, fiercely protective of the security and integrity of our elections systems. Here’s… read more
RAP Tax applications are due TODAY!
RAP Tax applications are due TODAY! However, due to power outages across the County, the deadline will be extended to 9:00 PM for all applicants. Applications dropped off in person must still be brought to the Commission office (197 E Tabernacle, St. George) before 5:00 PM. All others will be accepted electronically by… read more
RFP for Pre-Engineered Metal Building at Regional Park
Washington County is requesting proposals from Pre-Engineered Metal Building manufacturers to provide a new metal building to be built at the Washington County Regional Park, Hurricane City, Utah. This proposal is for the metal building package only, future construction including metal building erection will be provided by a general contractor to be selected after… read more
Notice of Public Hearing for Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2016, the County Commission of Washington County, Utah, adopted a resolution in which it authorized a ballot proposition seeking the registered voter’s opinion on the imposition of a sales and use tax of 0.25% for highways and transportation pursuant to Title 59, Chapter 12, Part… read more
Notice of Vacancy – Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board
NOTICE is hereby given that there are five (5) vacancies on the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board.
To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:
Be a U.S. Citizen;
Be a registered voter residing in the boundary of the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District
Those wishing to… read more
Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
Click here to learn about Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
At the Commission meeting held on August 16th, there was a discussion in regards to a ballot initiative for a ¼ of 1% sales tax for transportation. To become better aware of the issue, please watch the informational discussion video (click here)…. read more
Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans Available
Click here to download all Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans.
The draft sections for Resource Management Plans are available for review and reference for upcoming meeting at Washington County of Utah Commission Chambers (Map).
RFP for Public Art Installation at Regional Park
Project Description
This is an opportunity for a qualified artist to design and create a sculpture to be located at the Washington County Regional Park, south of the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena.
Description of Physical Layout — The proposed sculpture will be located near the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena located… read more
County Fair on August 10 – 13
2016 Washington County Fair
“More Fun than a Barrel Of Monkeys!” (Year of the Monkey)
Wednesday, August 10th to Saturday, August 13th
Visit our official website for details: washcofair.net
FIRST THINGS FIRST: Quit “monkeying around” and get your items ready to enter into the fair exhibits. That means your photography, crafts, paintings, quilts, ceramics, wood carving, sewing, baking,… read more
Things To Do
Come watch the St. George Marathon
stgeorgemarathon.com
Date: Saturday, October 1st, 2016
Start Time: Wheelchairs and HandCranks – 6:40 AM, Runners – 6:45 AM
Start Location: Pine Valley, Utah
Rated by Runner’s World as one of the four “Marathons to Build a Vacation Around” in the World. Included in Runner`s World 10 Most Scenic and Fastest Marathons and Top 20 Marathons in the… read more
County Fair on August 10 – 13
2016 Washington County Fair
“More Fun than a Barrel Of Monkeys!” (Year of the Monkey)
Wednesday, August 10th to Saturday, August 13th
Visit our official website for details: washcofair.net
FIRST THINGS FIRST: Quit “monkeying around” and get your items ready to enter into the fair exhibits. That means your photography, crafts, paintings, quilts, ceramics, wood carving, sewing, baking,… read more
Vote Your Park
Vote for your park here!
Your votes will help unlock $2 million in preservation funding. Vote daily until July 5 for the five parks you want to see receive a share of $2 million in American Express funding for a preservation project.
Zion National Park encompasses some of the most moving canyon views in the… read more
Slide The City
SlideTheCity.com
Don’t forget to register for Slide the City taking place on June 4th! Late registration ends tomorrow! The proceeds of this awesome event will go to the Washington County Children’s Justice Center.
Summer Reading is back!
Enjoy your summer with a great book. Registration has begun for Washington County Library System’s Summer Reading program. Join us for weekly events and prizes. Click here to register and report your progress online.
Highlights of Ironman 70.3 St. George 2016
Highlights of the 2016 IRONMAN 70.3 North American Championship — There’s Something Special Here.
Ironman 70.3 St. George US Pro Championship – May 7, 2016
Click here for full details.
This course moves west from Sand Hollow State Park though the towns of Washington and St. George. You’ll ride through Snow Canyon State Park and have views of incredibly scenic vistas. The challenging 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike race and 13.1 mile run, goes through the area’s striking scenery… read more
Meetings
Notice of Public Hearing for Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2016, the County Commission of Washington County, Utah, adopted a resolution in which it authorized a ballot proposition seeking the registered voter’s opinion on the imposition of a sales and use tax of 0.25% for highways and transportation pursuant to Title 59, Chapter 12, Part… read more
Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
Click here to learn about Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
At the Commission meeting held on August 16th, there was a discussion in regards to a ballot initiative for a ¼ of 1% sales tax for transportation. To become better aware of the issue, please watch the informational discussion video (click here)…. read more
Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans Available
Click here to download all Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans.
The draft sections for Resource Management Plans are available for review and reference for upcoming meeting at Washington County of Utah Commission Chambers (Map).
Notice of Intention to Renew Agriculture Protection Area
NOTICE is given to all interested persons that on the 6th day of September, 2016, the Washington County Commission will be considering a renewal of the existing agriculture protection area for Parcels: 3188-A-2, 3174-A, 3185-A, 3185-B and 3185-C.
The existing agriculture protection area was approved on November 18, 1996. U.C.A. 17-41-303 requires that agriculture protection areas… read more
Notice of Proposed Tax Increase for Washington County School District
The Washington County School District is proposing to increase its property tax revenue.
The Washington County School District tax on a $245,197 residence would increase from $622.10 to $630.06, which is $7.96 per year.
The Washington County School District tax on a $245,197 business would increase from $1,131.09 to $1,145.56, which is $14.47 per year.
If… read more
Notice of Intention to Create the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District
NOTICE is given to all interested persons that on the 3rd day of May, 2016, the Washington County Commission adopted a resolution proposing the creation of the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District (“the district”). The boundary of the proposed district encompasses all privately owned real property in the Diamond Valley Area. A… read more
Notice of Intention to Amend the Boundary of the Southwestern Special Service District to Exclude the Diamond Valley Area
NOTICE is hereby given to all interested persons that on the 3rd day of May, 2016, the Washington County Commission adopted a resolution proposing amending the boundary of the Southwestern Special Service District (“Southwestern SSD”) to exclude the Diamond Valley area. A map of the proposed boundary amendment is available on the Washington County… read more
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Second Public Hearing Notice
Washington County will hold a public hearing to discuss the project determined to be applied for in the CDBG Small Cities Program for Program Year 2016. The award project will be a Fire Truck for Northwestern Special Service District. Comments will be solicited on project scope, implementation and its effects on residents. The hearing will… read more
Public Hearing for Utah State University Extension Office Budget
WASHINGTON COUNTY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Notice is Hereby Given that the Board of Commissioners of Washington County will hold a public hearing regarding the opening of the 2016 Budget of Washington County to move the Utah State University Extension Office from Fund 10 to Fund 26. A copy of the proposed budget is available for review at… read more
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Engineering Design Services for Old Highway 91 Project
Click here to view and/or download necessary documents
Washington County, Utah Public Works Department is soliciting competitive sealed Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified engineers/firms (consultant) to provide services as outlined in the SCOPE OF SERVICES SECTION of this request (see downloadable documents).
Background
Washington County intends to construct improvements to Old Highway 91 from the… read more
Elections
Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.
You may have recently seen harrowing headlines like “Russians Hack Elections System,” “Rigged Elections?” and “Is Our Democracy at Risk?” Your Utah elections officials would like to offer our own headline: “Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.”
Utah’s election officials are like momma bears, fiercely protective of the security and integrity of our elections systems. Here’s… read more
Notice of Public Hearing for Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2016, the County Commission of Washington County, Utah, adopted a resolution in which it authorized a ballot proposition seeking the registered voter’s opinion on the imposition of a sales and use tax of 0.25% for highways and transportation pursuant to Title 59, Chapter 12, Part… read more
Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
Click here to learn about Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
At the Commission meeting held on August 16th, there was a discussion in regards to a ballot initiative for a ¼ of 1% sales tax for transportation. To become better aware of the issue, please watch the informational discussion video (click here)…. read more
Press Releases
Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.
You may have recently seen harrowing headlines like “Russians Hack Elections System,” “Rigged Elections?” and “Is Our Democracy at Risk?” Your Utah elections officials would like to offer our own headline: “Rigged Elections? Not On Our Watch.”
Utah’s election officials are like momma bears, fiercely protective of the security and integrity of our elections systems. Here’s… read more
RFP for Pre-Engineered Metal Building at Regional Park
Washington County is requesting proposals from Pre-Engineered Metal Building manufacturers to provide a new metal building to be built at the Washington County Regional Park, Hurricane City, Utah. This proposal is for the metal building package only, future construction including metal building erection will be provided by a general contractor to be selected after… read more
Notice of Public Hearing for Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2016, the County Commission of Washington County, Utah, adopted a resolution in which it authorized a ballot proposition seeking the registered voter’s opinion on the imposition of a sales and use tax of 0.25% for highways and transportation pursuant to Title 59, Chapter 12, Part… read more
Notice of Vacancy – Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board
NOTICE is hereby given that there are five (5) vacancies on the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board.
To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:
Be a U.S. Citizen;
Be a registered voter residing in the boundary of the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District
Those wishing to… read more
RFP for Public Art Installation at Regional Park
Project Description
This is an opportunity for a qualified artist to design and create a sculpture to be located at the Washington County Regional Park, south of the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena.
Description of Physical Layout — The proposed sculpture will be located near the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena located… read more
Notice of Intention to Renew Agriculture Protection Area
NOTICE is given to all interested persons that on the 6th day of September, 2016, the Washington County Commission will be considering a renewal of the existing agriculture protection area for Parcels: 3188-A-2, 3174-A, 3185-A, 3185-B and 3185-C.
The existing agriculture protection area was approved on November 18, 1996. U.C.A. 17-41-303 requires that agriculture protection areas… read more
Local ‘State of Emergency’ Declaration
Whereas, the Saddle Fire started burning in rough and inaccessible terrain on Pine Valley Mountain on or about June 13, 2016;
Whereas, high winds, high temperatures, steep slopes, and rocky terrain prevented firefighters from safely attacking the fire in its early stages;
Whereas, multiple drone intrusions have resulted in the compromised safety and well-being of aircraft and… read more
Washington County Seeks Witnesses to Help Keep Roads in the County Open and Accessible
Contact:
Alan Gardner, Commissioner (435) 467-9312
Victor Iverson, Commissioner (435) 773-3078
Zachary Renstrom, Commissioner (435) 231-3874
Celeste Maloy, Deputy County Attorney (435) 986-2635
St. George and Hurricane, Utah — The County Commission is hosting open houses for individuals who used roads, especially dirt roads, located within the county prior to 1976. The County has an ongoing lawsuit against the federal… read more
2016 Tax Sale
2016 Tax Sale
Notice is hereby given that on May 26, 2016, at 10:00 AM, I will offer for sale (unless redeemed prior to sale) at public auction, pursuant to the provisions of section 59-2-1351 Utah Code, the following described real estate situated in said county and now held by it under preliminary tax sale…. read more
Welcome to Washington County of Utah
Please welcome Washington County of Utah’s new logo and website.
Public Notices
RAP Tax applications are due TODAY!
RAP Tax applications are due TODAY! However, due to power outages across the County, the deadline will be extended to 9:00 PM for all applicants. Applications dropped off in person must still be brought to the Commission office (197 E Tabernacle, St. George) before 5:00 PM. All others will be accepted electronically by… read more
RFP for Pre-Engineered Metal Building at Regional Park
Washington County is requesting proposals from Pre-Engineered Metal Building manufacturers to provide a new metal building to be built at the Washington County Regional Park, Hurricane City, Utah. This proposal is for the metal building package only, future construction including metal building erection will be provided by a general contractor to be selected after… read more
Notice of Public Hearing for Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 16, 2016, the County Commission of Washington County, Utah, adopted a resolution in which it authorized a ballot proposition seeking the registered voter’s opinion on the imposition of a sales and use tax of 0.25% for highways and transportation pursuant to Title 59, Chapter 12, Part… read more
Notice of Vacancy – Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board
NOTICE is hereby given that there are five (5) vacancies on the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board.
To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:
Be a U.S. Citizen;
Be a registered voter residing in the boundary of the Diamond Valley Fire Special Service District
Those wishing to… read more
Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
Click here to learn about Proposition 1 – Sales Tax for Transportation
At the Commission meeting held on August 16th, there was a discussion in regards to a ballot initiative for a ¼ of 1% sales tax for transportation. To become better aware of the issue, please watch the informational discussion video (click here)…. read more
Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans Available
Click here to download all Draft Sections for Resource Management Plans.
The draft sections for Resource Management Plans are available for review and reference for upcoming meeting at Washington County of Utah Commission Chambers (Map).
RFP for Public Art Installation at Regional Park
Project Description
This is an opportunity for a qualified artist to design and create a sculpture to be located at the Washington County Regional Park, south of the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena.
Description of Physical Layout — The proposed sculpture will be located near the flag pole heading towards the Indoor Arena located… read more
Notice of Intention to Renew Agriculture Protection Area
NOTICE is given to all interested persons that on the 6th day of September, 2016, the Washington County Commission will be considering a renewal of the existing agriculture protection area for Parcels: 3188-A-2, 3174-A, 3185-A, 3185-B and 3185-C.
The existing agriculture protection area was approved on November 18, 1996. U.C.A. 17-41-303 requires that agriculture protection areas… read more
Notice of Proposed Tax Increase for Washington County School District
The Washington County School District is proposing to increase its property tax revenue.
The Washington County School District tax on a $245,197 residence would increase from $622.10 to $630.06, which is $7.96 per year.
The Washington County School District tax on a $245,197 business would increase from $1,131.09 to $1,145.56, which is $14.47 per year.
If… read more
Board of Equalization Appeal is Open (August 1st)
Board Of Equalization Appeal is open on Monday, August 1, 2016.
The Notice of Property Valuation and Tax Change is mailed annually at the end of July to all property owners in Washington County and indicates the current real property market value, estimated taxes and tax entities’ hearing schedules. (If a tax increase is proposed… read more
