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RFP for By Mail Election Services

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Public Notice

The Washington County Clerk-Auditor’s Office is seeking bid proposals for By Mail Election Services from qualified print vendors to provide: a variety of optical scan ballot lengths, election ballot envelope sets – including outgoing and return envelopes as well as informational inserts, and full service printing, processing and mailing of by mail election materials.

Download RFP for By Mail Election Services

All ballots that are printed must meet Election Systems and Software (ES&S) requirements. All envelope sets must meet USPS, State of Utah and Washington County requirements.

All bid proposals shall be submitted electronically. Please email an electronic version of your proposal with the subject line “Elections RFP – By Mail Election Services” to:

Genna Goodwin, Chief Deputy Clerk
genna.goodwin@washco.utah.gov
Subject: Elections RFP – By Mail Election Services

Submittals must be received by 5:00 PM (MST) on or before November 7, 2025. All proposals shall be the property of the County and will become public record. If a bid proposal submission is received after this deadline, it will not be considered and will be rejected without any further action by the County.

Prior to the submission deadline, Washington County may amend or clarify the RFP in the case of any discrepancies or omissions. Any change will be posted as a formal written addendum on the Washington County website. In the event of a revision to the RFP after the closing date, candidates will have an opportunity to refine, submit or resubmit their proposals.

Questions on bid submittals shall be directed to:
Genna Goodwin, Chief Deputy Clerk
genna.goodwin@washco.utah.gov
Subject: Elections RFP Question

The print vendor will be selected with the actual start of work to be scheduled around the 2026 Election cycle.

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Notice of Vacancy Dammeron Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board September 2025

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NOTICE OF VACANCY

NOTICE is hereby given, pursuant to Utah Code Unannotated Section 17B-1-304(2), that there is one vacancy on the Dammeron Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board. These positions are appointed by the Washington County Commission.

To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:

  1. Be a U.S. Citizen;
  2. Be a qualified elector (registered voter) in the area represented by the Dammeron Valley Fire Special Service District..

Those wishing to serve on the Dammeron Valley Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board should submit his or her application to, or email Jayanne Lewis at the Washington County Commission Office, 111 East Tabernacle, St. George, Utah 84770, (435) 301-7000, jayanne.lewis@washco.utah.gov no later than Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

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RFP for Redesign of Washington County Website

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Public Notice
(Addendum added to RFP, see links below)

Washington County, Utah is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for the redesign of the County’s website (washco.utah.gov). The redesigned website must comply with ADA and WCAG 2.1 level AA standards, and incorporate the latest web technologies. It must also have full site search capabilities and adhere to best security practices. The proposal should include detailed cost estimates for development, deployment, and, a minimum of one year of post-launch support. Please download and refer to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for all relevant details and requirements. See below for details on how to obtain Design Guide.

Download *UPDATED* for Redesign of Washington County Website
(RFP Packet contains details on how to obtain Design Guide.)
Failure to read and follow the Design Guide will result in rejection of the proposal.
Download *ADDENDUM* of RFP for Redesign of Washington County Website

Proposals must be in electronic form (preferably in PDF format) and emailed to:

Email: webmaster@washco.utah.gov

Subject: Proposal for Redesign of Washington County Website

Proposals must be received no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the email address set forth above. Proposals received after will not be considered.

All questions, interpretations, or clarifications concerning this RFP should be directed by email to the email address set forth above no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, September 15, 2025. Responses to questions, interpretations, or clarifications concerning this RFP will be posted online via addendum to this document to ensure equal awareness of important facts and details. No others are to be contacted regarding this project.

The Washington County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, or to waive any formality or technicality in any proposal in the best interest of the County.

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Washington County Commission
111 East Tabernacle
St. George, UT 84770

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Election Results – August, 2025

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Click here to view current results

Primary Election Results are scheduled to begin posting online on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 8:30pm Mountain Time.

  • City of Enterprise Council
  • Hurricane City Mayor
  • Hurricane City Council
  • Ivins City Council
  • La Verkin City Council
  • Town of Leeds Council
  • Town of Leeds Council Special 2 Year Seat
  • Town of Springdale Mayor
  • Town of Springdale Council
  • St George City Mayor
  • St George City Council

Click here to view current results

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RFP for Inmate Food Service at Sheriff’s Office

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Notice is hereby given that Washington County has posted a Request for Proposals (RFP) and sealed bids will be received by Washington County Sheriff’s Office on 8/22/2025 at 5:00 pm to:

Washington County Sheriff's Office
Subject: Inmate Food Service
620 S 5300 W
Hurricane, UT 84737
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RFP Summary: Provide all meals and complete food service for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office stated in the RFP specifications:

RFP for Inmate Food Service at Sheriff’s OfficeDownload

Bids must be enclosed in a SEALED PACKAGE, bearing the NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE BIDDER AND THE NAME OF THE ITEM BID on the outside of the envelope. Bids will also need to be submitted electronically.

Bids may be hand delivered at the place specified on or before the hour named. The County will not assume responsibility for bids forwarded by mail, and no bid will be accepted after the time specified.

Bidders are required to comply with all requirements of applicable laws of the State of Utah and be authorized to conduct business in the State.

Washington County reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in bids, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of Washington County, is in the County’s best interest. The award will not necessarily go to the proposal with the lowest price, but to the lowest responsible bidder, meaning the bidder that best demonstrates the ability to fulfill the requirements of the Request for Proposal and Specifications. Washington County Code 1-12-1 et seq.

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Notice of Proposed Tax Increase for Ivins City

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The Ivins City is proposing to increase its property tax revenue.

The Ivins City tax on a $743,000 residence would increase from $358.39 to $479.76, which is $121.37 per year.

The Ivins City tax on a $743,000 business would increase from $651.61 to $872.28, which is $220.67 per year.

If the proposed budget is approved, Ivins City would receive an additional $860,000 in property tax revenue per year as a result of the tax increase. If the proposed budget is approved, Ivins City would increase its property tax budgeted revenue by 33.76% above last year’s property tax budgeted revenue excluding eligible new growth.

The Ivins City invites all concerned citizens to a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regarding the proposed tax increase and to explain the reasons for the proposed tax increase. You have the option to attend or participate in the public hearing in person or online.

Public Hearing

Date/Time: 8/14/2025 6:00 PM

Location:
Ivins City Hall
85 N Main St
Ivins, UT 84738
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Virtual Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89910111797

To obtain more information regarding the tax increase, citizens may contact the Ivins City at 435-628-0606 or visit ivinsutah.gov

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Washington County Attorney Eric Clarke Announces Departure to Join Utah Association of Counties

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Today Washington County Attorney Eric Clarke announced that on August 7, 2025, he is officially stepping down from his current role to accept a new position as General Counsel for the Utah Association of Counties.

Clarke previously announced his intended resignation and relocation to the Wasatch Front, where his wife, Kristen Clarke, has accepted an attorney position with the firm Kirton McConkie. Clarke expressed excitement for this next chapter and gratitude for his time in public service in Washington County.

Clarke was first appointed as Washington County Attorney in February 2020 and was subsequently elected twice to continue serving in the role. Prior to that, he worked in the County Attorney’s Office from 2011 to 2020, advising elected officials and departments on legal matters.

During his tenure as County Attorney, Clarke led several high-impact efforts including:

  • Serving as lead attorney for the County’s Mohave Desert Tortoise Incidental Take Permit renewal and the Northern Corridor Road project, a critical infrastructure initiative;
  • Providing steady leadership through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, offering legal counsel to the County Commission and Public Health Department, ensuring criminal prosecutions continued to be carried out during a time of great uncertainty; and•
  • Taking an active role in mentorship and leadership development, with several members of the office advancing to prestigious roles:

In 2024, both Clarke and Chief Deputy County Attorney Ryan Shaum received state-level recognition: Clarke as County Attorney of the Year and Shaum as Prosecutor of the Year.

Clarke also played a prominent role in the prosecution of the Ruby Franke / Jodi Hildebrandt case, a national headline-grabbing matter. His efforts helped lead to changes in Utah law, establishing child torture as a defined crime with mandatory minimum sentencing.

Among his many contributions, Clarke:

  • Created a legal intern program to combat the national shortage of prosecutors,
  • Successfully encouraged every prosecutor in the office to conduct a trial in the past 12 months,
  • Oversaw the mental health expansion of the Washington County Children’s Justice Center,
  • Implemented a pay for performance system with updated pay scales, and
  • Testified before a Congressional subcommittee in Washington, D.C. regarding public lands, a personal highlight he shared with his family.

The Washington County Republican Party Central Committee is scheduled to meet on August 7 to select three candidates for potential appointment. One of those individuals will be chosen by the Washington County Commission to serve as County Attorney through the 2026 election.

Eric Clarke’s service has left a lasting legacy in Washington County, defined by legal excellence, public service, and mentorship. We wish him, Kristen, and the entire Clarke family all the best in their next chapter.

Media Contact:
Courtney Brinkerhoff Sinagra
Deputy Washington County Attorney
Cell: (435) 256-1547 Office: (435) 301-7107
Email: courtney.sinagra@washco.utah.gov
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Notice of Vacancies for North Central Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board

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NOTICE is hereby given, pursuant to Utah Code Unannotated Section 17B-1-304(2), that there are two (2) vacancies on the North Central Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board. These positions are appointed by the Washington County Commission.

To qualify for appointment to that Board, an individual must meet the following qualifications:

  1. Be a U.S. Citizen;
  2. Be a qualified elector (registered voter) in the area represented by the North Central Fire Special Service District.

Download Application Form for North Central Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board

Those wishing to serve on the North Central Fire Special Service District Administrative Control Board should submit his or her application in-person or email no later than July 28, 2025.

County Commission
c/o Jayanne Lewis
111 East Tabernacle Street
St. George, Utah 84770
(435) 301-7000
jayanne.lewis@washco.utah.gov
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Forsyth Fires Evacuation Zone Map

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This map (interactive and printable) shows the evacuation zones for the Forsyth Fire. If you live in the area, check out the map to see if your in one of the numbered zones. These zones are colored Red, Yellow Green.

Forsyth Fires Evacuation Zones
A) Interactive Map
B) Download Printable Map (PDF)

Red= Evacuate and listen to sources such as our Facebook page and Utah Fire Info for further instructions. Take pets, medication, phone and some money if possible.

Yellow= Be ready to evacuate. Have a plan of where you will go and notify family where you will meet if you leave. Have bags packed with necessary items including for pets and listen for instructions to come in via text, phone, email, loudspeaker or door to door notification. If you don’t feel safe don’t wait for instructions leave. Its always better to be safe.

Green= Your normal state. Hopefully you are always prepared and have 72 hour kits and family emergency plans ready. For more information visit: Be Ready Utah.

If you’re not in yellow or green or not in one of the evacuation zones it is not anticipated that you will be evacuated so stay in a green prepared state.

One important step is to register for Washington County Emergency Alerts. You can do this at 911register.com