The Board of Davis County Commissioners met Sept. 30 in Farmington for a regular meeting that included approvals for tourism marketing, housing governance, transportation right-of-way funding, and public health and facilities projects.
Commissioners unanimously approved the cancellation of two upcoming regular meetings—Oct. 7 due to county travel and Nov. 11 in recognition of Veterans Day. With no public comment offered, the meeting moved quickly into action items.
Among the largest approvals was a $182,250 Utah Office of Tourism grant for the “Discover Davis 2026: Amusement Defined” campaign, one of the highest awards in the funding round and matched dollar-for-dollar. Commissioners also approved a $20,500 contract to develop a strategic plan for the county’s tourism division.
The commission appointed Grant Jex, Sue Stevenson, Tricia Davis Winter, and Ryan Steinbeigle to the Davis Community Housing Authority Board, emphasizing the county’s ongoing focus on housing affordability and homelessness. Jex thanked the commission and said the board’s priority remains expanding lower-income housing options.
Transportation-related actions included authorizing up to $20 million in reimbursements with the Utah Department of Transportation to acquire remaining parcels for the West Davis Corridor, with approximately $11.7 million expected to be spent this year. Commissioners also approved the sale of a small surplus parcel in Centerville related to the I-15 rebuild.
Additional approvals covered a Board of Equalization hearing officer contract, flooring replacement at the Kaysville Branch Library, public health agreements for STD intervention and poison control outreach, and a Sheriff’s Office contract for emergency medical dispatch advisory services.
In closing remarks, County Clerk Brian McKenzie outlined upcoming municipal election events, including a public pre-election test and audit and an election town hall. Vice Chair John Crofts highlighted community engagement efforts, praised local rehabilitation and scholarship programs, and encouraged continued public discussion on housing affordability and options such as accessory dwelling units. Chair Lorene Kamalu noted ongoing budget meetings and recognized county staff for their work.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 a.m. All actions remain subject to final approval upon adoption of the official minutes.