Town of Randolph
Town Board Agenda
Wednesday, May 13, 2026,
6:30 PM
Laurel Telford - Grants
Minutes and Bills
Budget FY2027
Fencing & Surfacing of the Tennis Courts
5K Run – August 15th
Tourism Grant 2027
Softball BBQ
Overdue Water Bills
New Business
| History of North Carolina |
|---|
 |
The history of North Carolina from pre-colonial history to the present, covers the experiences of the people who have lived within the territory that now comprises the U.S. state of North Carolina.
Findings of the earliest discovered human settlements in present day North Carolina, are found at the Hardaway Site, dating back to approximately 8000 BCE. From around 1000 BCE, until the time of European contact, is the time period known as the Woodland period. It was during this time period, that the Mississippian culture of Native American civilization flourished, which included areas of North Carolina. Historically documented tribes in the North Carolina region include the Carolina Algonquian-speaking tribes of the coastal areas, such as the Chowanoke, Roanoke, Pamlico, Machapunga, Coree, and Cape Fear Indians – they were the first encountered by English colonists. Other tribes included the Iroquoian-speaking Meherrin, Cherokee, and Tuscarora in the interior part of the state. There were also Southeastern Siouan-speaking tribes, such as the Cheraw, Waxhaw, Saponi, Waccamaw, and Catawba.
The earliest English attempt at colonization was the Roanoke Colony in 1585, the famed "Lost Colony" of Sir Walter Raleigh. The Province of Carolina was formed in 1629, and became an official province in 1663. It split in 1712, helping form the Province of North Carolina. North Carolina is named after King Charles I of England; it became a royal colony of the British Empire in 1729. In 1776, the colony declared independence. The Halifax Resolves resolution adopted by North Carolina on April 12, 1776, was the first formal call for independence from Great Britain among the American Colonies during the American Revolution. On November 21, 1789, North Carolina became the 12th state to ratify the United States Constitution.
From colonial times, through the American Civil War, the enslavement of humans was legal in North Carolina. Tensions on rights of slave owners was the main cause of the American Civil War. North Carolina declared its secession from the Union on May 20, 1861. Following the Civil War, North Carolina was restored to the Union on July 4, 1868. The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified December of 1865, ending the chattel slavery. After the Reconstruction era, white Democrats regained control of the state's political system. In the 1890s, white Democrats passed Jim Crow laws hindering many poor whites from voting and effectively disfranchised African Americans from voting. Jim Crow laws also enforced racial segregation. These laws were enforced until federal legislation was passed in the 1960s.
Nature of Incident Total Incidents ------------------------------ ---------------
Traffic Accident w/ Damage 3
Intrusion Alarm 3
Assault 1
Agency Assistance 2
Assist 7
Motorist Assist 1
Attempt to Locate Vehicle 1
Civil Dept. assist 8
Criminal History 8 Domestic Violence 1
Dumpster Fire 1
Harassment 2
Lockout 1
Noise Problem 2
Recovered Stolen Vehicle 1
Sex Offense 1
Suspicious Incident 2
Suspicious Person 2
Suspicious Vehicle 1
Traffic Hazard 4
Traffic Violation 1
Prisoner Transport 1
Trespassing 2
VIN Number Inspection 9
Welfare Check 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total Incidents for This Report: 66
Class Announcement
Hunter Education Course
Class Location: Rich County Court House
Class Dates: June 4 & 5, 2026
Class Time(s): 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Range Date/Time: June 6 // Time: 9:30 A.M.
Instructor(s): Kennie kwh84067@comcast.net
How to Register: This is not an online course. To register: purchase a Hunter Education Certificate of Registration at any license vendor and then go to the DWR Website or use this link dwrapps.utah.gov/dwrcourses/he/traditional?id=515627 Bring the COR to the first class night.
Please email the instructor with any questions.
Contact: Please contact instructor with any questions.
dwrapps.utah.gov/dwrcourses/he/traditional?id=515627
GARDEN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC NOTICE & AGENDA
The
Garden City Planning Commission will hold their regular scheduled meeting on Wednesday,
May 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Garden City Lakeview Building,
located at 69 N. Paradise Parkway, Building C.
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Oath of Office for
new board appointees
a. Alan Arthur – Planning
Commission
b. Dana Hudrlik – Board of Adjustments/Variance Board
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Public Hearing
b. Regular Meeting
4. Discussion/Approval
- Conditional Use Permit – Service Center – Tread Masters Tire and Lube
The proposed business is
a service center that will provide tire sales and services, including brakes,
oil changes, alignments, and minor mechanical repairs.
Location: 2131 S Bear Lake Blvd – Parcel #41-33-000-0119
Applicant: Troy Merrill
5. Discussion/Approval–
PUD Phase Approval Preliminary Plat – Water’s Edge Phase 9 PUD
The
proposed Phase will have 8 lots, 6 residential and 2 commercial. Lot sizes
range from .20 – 1.5 acres. Applicant would like to discuss the building height
for lots 7 & 8.
Location:
45 E 150 S – Parcel #41-21-400-0071 & 41-21-400-0302
Applicant: Norm Mecham and Teri Eynon
6. Ordinance Discussion/Approval
a. Ordinance #26-09 – An ordinance amending drainage improvements
b. Ordinance #26-12 – An ordinance updating the commercial zone
7. Miscellaneous
8. Adjournment GARDEN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
____________________________________________________________________________
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE & AGENDA
The Garden City Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Garden City Lakeview Building, located at 69 N. Paradise Parkway, Building C.
AGENDA
1. Roll Call
2. Conditional Use Permit – Service Center -
Treadmasters Tire and Lube
The proposed business is a service center that will
provide tire sales and services, including brakes, oil changes, alignments, and
minor mechanical repairs.
Location: 2131 S Bear Lake Blvd – Parcel #41-33-000-0119
Applicant: Troy Merrill
3. Ordinance Discussion
a. Ordinance #26-09 – An ordinance amending drainage improvements
b.
Ordinance #26-12 – An ordinance
updating the commercial zone
4. Adjournment
The public is invited to attend the meeting, listen by phone, or give written comments. The conference phone number is #1-866-347-5097.
There is a 2-minute limit on those commenting during the meeting.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify the Garden City Office at (435) 946-2901 on Mondays through Fridays, at least 3 working days before the meeting. The office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Posted this 23rd day of April
2026.
_________________________________________________________________________________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the Town of Garden City is a town duly incorporated under the general law of the State of Utah; and
WHEREAS, the Garden City Town Council is the governing body for the Town of Garden City and must administer the Garden City Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, The Garden City Town Council is authorized to govern the health, safety and wellness of the citizens and visitors of the Town of Garden City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GARDEN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AND TOWN COUNCIL THAT ORDINANCE 11E-518 BE AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:
subdivider 11E
– 518 Drainage Improvements. For all subdivisions the shall submit with the
preliminary plat
application, such maps, profiles, and other data prepared by an engineer to
indicate the
proper drainage of the surface water to natural drainage courses or storm
drains,
existing or
proposed. The location and width of the natural drainage courses shall be shown
as
an easement common
to all owners within the subdivision and the Town on the preliminary and
final plat. All
natural drainage courses shall be left undisturbed or be improved in a manner
that
will increase the
operating efficiency of the channel without overloading its capacity. An
adequate storm and
surface drainage system shall be a required improvement in all major
subdivisions and
shall be installed by the subdivider. Culverts shall be required where all
water
or drainage
courses intersect with streets, driveways, or improved public easements and
shall
extend across and
under the entire improved width thereof including shoulders.
A. Culverts to be a minimum of 12” 18” in
diameter with a crush resistance as defined by
AASHTO T99 Standards.
If any section,
subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is, for any
reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and
independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance.
APPROVED: Attest:
_______________________________ ______________________________
Mike Leonhardt, Mayor Cathie
Rasmussen, Town Clerk
_______________________________________________________________________________
AN ORDINANCE UPDATING
THE COMMERCIAL ZONE
WHEREAS, the Town of Garden City is a town duly incorporated under the general law of the State of Utah; and
WHEREAS, the Garden City Town Council is the governing body for the Town of Garden City and must administer the Garden City Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, The Garden City Town Council is authorized to govern the health, safety and wellness of the citizens and visitors of the Town of Garden City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GARDEN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AND TOWN COUNCIL THAT ORDINANCE 11C-1500 COMMERCIAL ZONE BE UPDATED TO ADD THE FOLLOWING:
11C-1500 Commercial Zone
Corner lots shall contain a building envelope outside of a seventy-five (75’) foot radius from the intersection of the streets.
If any section,
subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is, for any
reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and
independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of May 2026.
APPROVED: Attest:
No matter what your belief system is all of America needs to plan a few moments of thought for the future of Democracy in the United States of America.
RICH COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 8, 2026
MORNING AGENDA • All start times are ESTIMATED. •
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS may be called for personnel or litigation reasons. •
NOTICE OF ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION: Youtube.com/@richcounty •
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION DURING PUBLIC MEETINGS: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals requiring special accommodations, including auxiliary communicative aids and services, during this meeting should notify the Rich County Clerk, Anneliesa Peart, at 435-793-2415. *
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
10:00 Wally Schulthess, Woodruff Irrigation Company Woodruff Creek Watershed Management Plan – Design Phase Approval
10:15 Joey Stocking, Emergency Manager, & Lindsay Miner, EMS Rural Healthcare Transformation Program EMS Needs Assessment
10:30 PUBLIC HEARING Resolution to Approve Interlocal Agreement to Place a School Resource Officer in the Rich County School District
10:45 Ben Willoughby, Attorney Decision to Solicit Additional Applications for County Attorney Vacancy Campaign Disclosure Ordinance Discussion
11:00 Rob Johnson, Bear River Mental Health 2025 Audit Report
11:15 Patrick Floyd, Business Owner, Some Beaches Request to Pursue UDOT to Redesign Highway Intersection in Laketown
11:30 Travis Hobbs, Fire Warden Wildland Urban Interface Update
12:00 BREAK RICH COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING APRIL 8, 2026
AFTERNOON AGENDA • All start times are ESTIMATED. • EXECUTIVE SESSIONS may be called for personnel or litigation reasons. •
NOTICE OF ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION: Youtube.com/@richcounty •
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION DURING PUBLIC MEETINGS: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals requiring special accommodations, including auxiliary communicative aids and services, during this meeting should notify the Rich County Clerk, Anneliesa Peart, at 435-793-2415.
1:00 Sheldon Taylor, Surveyor Discussion on Survey Work
1:15 Mitch Poulsen, Planning and Zoning Administrator, Shawn Milne, BRAG, and Nikki Weston, Economic Development Economic Advisory Board – Finding Recommendations
1:30 Lyn Weston, Sanitation Dept. Supervisor Methane Gas Quotes Sanitation Business
1:45 COMMISSION BUSINESS Division of Water Resources High Hazard Dam Rehabilitation Grant Agreement Appointment of Chief Deputy Positions –
Clerk/Auditor’s Office & Treasurer’s Office
Approve Expenditures
Approve Minutes 2:00 Daley Stacey, Sheriff Executive Session: Personnel Discussion
| Tue May 12 | All Day | |
| Wed May 13 | All Day | |
| Thu May 14 | All Day | |
| 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM | ||
| 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | ||
| 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM | ||
| Fri May 15 | All Day | |
| Sat May 16 | All Day |
The world got a lot brighter on October 22, 1943, when Jaren Swan Pugmire was born to V. Lamont and Myrtle Agnes Arnell Pugmire in Montpelier, Idaho. He was the youngest of eight children and their first to be born in a hospital. They lovingly brought him from the hospital to their home in St. Charles, Idaho, the very same home where he spent most of his life and where he took his very last breath. Jaren passed away at the age of 82 on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by his family after a long, courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Jaren loved his beautiful Bear Lake Valley, and with his bride by his side, it was his heaven on earth. He loved growing up on the family farm and loved living where he was surrounded by extended family.
Jaren attended Wilson Elementary in St. Charles, Idaho, and Fielding High School in Paris, Idaho. He enjoyed playing sports and being outside. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and Sunday drives.
Jaren was called to serve in the Northeast British Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1963 and served in England until 1965. Lifetime friendships were formed during these years, becoming treasured memories for him and his family that became a highlight for the rest of his life.
Jaren met his bride, his rock, and the love of his life, Antoinette “Toni” Taggart, while attending Utah State University. They were married for time and all eternity on June 7, 1966, in the Logan LDS Temple. They will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 7, 2026, still eternally bound but on separate sides of the veil.
After their marriage, Jaren and Toni lived in Lewiston, Utah, near her parents, while Jaren finished his schooling. It was while living in Lewiston that they welcomed their first child, Melinda.
They moved to Soda Springs, Idaho, after Jaren graduated from college in 1968, and he began his career and lifelong love of both teaching and learning. Jarilyn joined the family and the adventure soon after.
In 1971, they moved their young family to St. Charles, Idaho, to help care for Jaren’s father. They later bought the family homestead and never wanted to leave. It was while living here that Troy Jaren, Tausha, Cody Taggart, and Heidi joined the family.
Jaren’s distinguished 37-year teaching career spanned several schools across Idaho, including Thirkell Elementary in Soda Springs, Emerson and Paris Elementary in Paris, and AJ Winters in Montpelier. He loved his students so much and was thrilled when he saw them years later. He loved it when students remembered him and took the time to come and visit with him. When asked how he was doing, his reply was always the same: “Happy, thank you.” So many students remember him from this well-used greeting.
Jaren loved helping others and meeting new people. Wherever he went, he made new friends. Cold, snowy Saturday mornings were often spent doing his farm chores, then taking his tractor to clear not only our driveway but also the driveways of every elderly person in town. Upon returning, he would head back out to do farm chores again to complete his day.
Jaren and Toni spent an evening every month visiting all of their friends living in assisted living centers and nursing homes for decades. He wanted to make sure no one ever felt forgotten.
Jaren was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He served in many church callings, including Bishop, High Councilman, Seventy, Scout master, Elders Quorum President, and ministering brother. He loved the years he spent working in the Logan LDS temple.
Jaren loved working on his farm and riding horses. He and Toni have many beautiful memories riding, camping, and working with the Bear Lake Rangers. Jaren had many summer jobs in addition to the farm and teaching school, but his favorite was working as a cave guide at Minnetonka Cave. He loved meeting new people, and this was the perfect opportunity to do that.
Family was one of the most important things in Jaren's life. He felt like he was a rich man because he loved his family so much. Jaren and Toni worked hard to create a haven of love and acceptance for each one of their grandchildren. They traveled to be at sports events and milestones for each and every grandchild. They planned and paid for a family trip to Disneyland and Sea World. There were many camping trips, fishing adventures, evenings in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with the Bar J Wranglers, card games, and nights watching BYU and Utah State basketball and football games. The latest adventures were vacations in Island Park, Idaho, where they celebrated their anniversary with the entire family for four consecutive years. No adventure or activity was ever complete without ice cream. There was always ice cream!
Jaren worked hard to keep extended family ties strong. He loved his brothers and sisters so much and helped create a yearly family reunion where everyone could come home and be together again.
Jaren had a strong testimony of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was proud of his mission service and that several of his children and grandchildren had followed in his footsteps to serve missions for our Savior. He prized his testimony of Jesus Christ and his family above all other possessions. With his last breath, he left this life knowing that these two things were now his eternally.
Jaren was eager to be greeted on the other side of the veil not only by His Savior, Jesus Christ, but also by his son, Cody Taggart Pugmire, and other family members. Oh, how he looked forward to these reunions! Others welcoming him to his heavenly home were his parents, V. Lamont and Myrtle Agnes Arnell Pugmire; brothers and sisters; Lamont Junior (Ada Rex), Averill Arnell, William Lloyd (LuWana Pope), Miriam [twin to Bill], Myrtle Elgie (LeRoy Duane Garner), Darleen Elizabeth (Dale Henry King), and brother-in-law Merrill Gloyd Sprouse.
Jaren leaves behind his bride of almost 60 years, Antoinette “Toni” Taggart Pugmire; children, Melinda “Mindy” (John Michael Zollinger), Jarilyn (Alan Brent Schwab), Troy Jaren (Brooke Bennion), Tausha, (Richard Matthew Behunin), and Heidi (Jordan Robert Jensen), 26 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; sister Nadine Ann Pugmire Sprouse and sister-in-law Maurine Bodily Pugmire and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Our family would like to thank our medical guardian angels, Symbii Home Health and Hospice, Vanessa Crane, Kathy Perkins, Trina Roberts, Dr. Peter Crane, Dr. Jonathan Housley, Tony Ruud, Kam Jarman, and the workers at Bear Lake Physical Therapy, and Schwab Matthews Mortuary for their loving kindness. We would like to thank our friends and family who visited, brought food, called and texted well wishes, and helped us through many difficult months. We love you and are grateful for you.
Last of all, we would like to thank Mom (Grandma), Shantaya, Jarilyn, and Heidi. It is thanks to their constant devotion and loving care that Dad (Grandpa) was blessed to remain home in his happy place when life became so difficult. We are so grateful for you.
