Davis County Utah Weekly
Commission Meeting – August 12, 2025
Farmington, Utah – The Davis County Commission convened its regular meeting on August 12, 2025, with Chair Lorene Kamalu, Vice Chair John Crofts, and Commissioner Bob Stevenson present. Clerk Brian McKenzie and the new Commission Executive Assistant, Carrie Batte, also participated, with Batte leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
No members of the public offered comments. Commissioners then approved the July 22 meeting minutes, following confirmation of modifications flagged by Commissioner Crofts.
Commissioners authorized several new agreements during the business session. A $12,777.19 contract was approved with PrimeTime Sports and Bigfoot Hoops for a basketball tournament at the Western Sports Park in May 2026. Director Kent Andersen noted the event would help establish Utah connections for the Texas-based group and would coincide with a major dance competition, filling both arenas.
The Health Department secured approval to partner with One Utah Service Fellows and Utah State University to host case management internships for low-income and isolated older adults. The program will run for one year, beginning August 14.
The Information Systems Department received approval for an amendment with Syringa Networks, providing internet and phone services for the Emergency Operations Center at $2,533 per month. Director Jeff Hassett explained that one-time federal recovery funds would cover the remainder of this year, with future costs shifting into the ongoing budget.
The Sheriff’s Office presented two items. Commissioners approved a new contract with the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a jail-based competency restoration program in collaboration with the Utah State Hospital. The program reimburses Davis County at $4,166 per day. Chief Deputy Arnold Butcher clarified that legal counsel required a new contract instead of amending the earlier July agreement. Commissioners also approved a training reimbursement agreement with Jeffrey Martin Jessop for Special Functions Officer and Law Enforcement Officer certification, totaling $26,957.
Several items were grouped as consent approvals. These included a summary of low-dollar agreements for Western Sports Park, the termination of a consulting services contract related to Weber Basin Water, a contract with Mom’s Meals for in-home senior nutrition services, and agreements for the 24/7 SCRAM alcohol monitoring program.
Meeting as the Board of Equalization, commissioners approved the Property Tax Register for August 12, which included adjustments, abatements, and corrections.
In closing remarks, Clerk McKenzie reminded residents that Election Day was underway, with polls closing at 8:00 PM and ballot counts expected to continue through the week. Commissioner Stevenson announced that he will not seek re-election, saying two terms are sufficient for a county commissioner. Commissioner Crofts praised Stevenson’s transparency and mentorship and voiced his support for term limits. Crofts also announced plans for a late-August town hall on transparency, emphasizing public engagement and improvements to the county website. He concluded with a “handshake of friendship” to Davis County citizens, inviting their feedback.
Commissioner Kamalu reported on the quarterly Board of Health meeting, where Dr. Candice Smith was introduced as the newest board member, and shared details from a productive meeting with state legislators and county directors on the impacts of legislation.
The meeting adjourned at 10:19 AM.