With the new year coming, there are several vacancies that need to be filled in different Eagle Mountain boards and commissions in January 2018. Eagle Mountain has several boards and a commission that the residents of Eagle Mountain can volunteer to be appointed to. Each of the board members are appointed by the Mayor, and then the appointment is approved by vote by the City Council. If you would like to be appointed to one of these positions, you can email Fionnuala B Koefoed the Eagle Mountain City Recorder and she will forward your interest to the Mayor for consideration. She can be emailed at fkofoed@Emcity.org, or you can call her at 801-789-6610 if you have questions about the process. Boards and Commissions are a great way to get involved in City Government without running as an elected official.
The following positions will expire December 2017, or already have a vacancy and will need appointments at the beginning of 2018.
Military & Veteran Board (3 Year Terms)
The following positions will be open for appointment: 1-Scott Grime, 2-Michael Small, 3-Erika Douglas (resigning, remaining 2-year term), 4-Matt Cloutier (resigning, remaining 2-year term)
Duties of the Military & Veteran Board include:
The board may consider, investigate and report to the mayor and city council with respect to any issues involving active military and veterans, including changes in state and federal laws and regulations, utility payment deferral and relief, enhancing/strengthening community support programs designed to address the safety and well-being of veterans and military families, educational initiatives, consumer protection, organizing volunteers and contributions for appropriate ceremonies and activities to honor the sacrifices and the return home of residents of Eagle Mountain City, and such other matters as directed by the council. The board shall act as liaison between the city and the Eagle Mountain City yellow ribbon committee.
Senior Citizens Advisory Council (4 Year Terms)
The following positions will be open for appointment: 1-Joye Roberts, 2-Tonette Roberts, 3-Mary Kaufman,4 Sandra Ring
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (3 Year Terms)
The following positions will be open for appointment: 1-Amy Plott, 2-Melissa Clark, 3-Jared Gray, 4-Vacant Seat
Authority of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board include :
B. The board may initiate, provide, and recommend to the mayor and city council, from time to time, plans for the acquisition, construction, maintenance, equipping, operation, programming, management, financing, and regulation of any public parks, parkways, playgrounds, play fields, and other recreational programs and facilities owned by the city which would be a benefit to residents. To facilitate these recommendations, the board shall keep an inventory of all open space and recreation facilities owned by the city.
C. The board may cooperate with one or more municipalities, school districts, and/or regional organizations for these purposes. Any agreement, understanding or arrangement by the board which would or may have the effect of being legally binding upon the city must first be approved by the city council.
Planning Commission (3 Year Terms)
The following positions will be open for appointment: 1-John Linton,2-Matthew Everett
Duties of the Planning Commission include :
A. Review or Approve Applications. Review and recommend to the city council, or approve, development applications as allowed in this title and by Section 10-9-204, Utah Code Annotated 1953, Powers and Duties;
B. General Plan. Monitor development activity, periodically review the general plan and this title, and recommend desirable amendments to the general plan or this title to the city council following the procedures established herein;
C. Land Use Authority. Periodically review and make a recommendation to the city council designating at least one land use authority to hear and act upon land use applications;
D. Appeal Authority. Periodically review and make a recommendation to the city council designating at least one appeal authority to hear and act on an appeal from a decision of the land use authority;
E. Streamline Review. Periodically review the approval process within the development code and make recommendations as to how uncontested applications may receive a streamlined review and approval;
F. Interpretation Appeals. Appeals concerning the interpretation of this title, appeals from decisions of the planning director using the appeals procedure provided in this title;
G. Variances. For variances concerning the terms of this title, the planning commission shall strictly adhere to the criteria enacted by the state of Utah as defined in Section 10-9-707, Utah Code Annotated 1953, for the granting of variances;
Youth Council Advisors (1 Year Terms)
The following positions will be open for appointment: 1-Tani Ireland, 2-Ryan Ireland
Youth Council Committee of advisors, “A youth council committee of advisors comprised of adults residing in Eagle Mountain City is hereby created to organize, administer and supervise the activities of the Eagle Mountain City youth council provided for more specifically in this chapter.”
To be appointed to one of these boards, you must be a resident of Eagle Mountain, and cannot be an employee of Eagle Mountain or an Elected official. You can get notices of board meetings and other information by signing up on the Utah Public Meeting Notice website at: http://www.utah.gov/pmn/
Mike Kieffer – Editor-in-Chief, Cedar Valley Sentinel
Mike Kieffer is a dynamic leader and community advocate based in Eagle Mountain, Utah. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Cedar Valley Sentinel, a local publication dedicated to informing, inspiring, and elevating the Cedar Valley community through honest and accurate journalism. With a passion for fostering connections, Kieffer has made it his mission to highlight local businesses, provide reliable news, and support community development.
Beyond his editorial role, Kieffer is the owner of Lake Mountain Media, LLC, a company specializing in media and communications, and the co-owner of Quail Run Farms, which focuses on sustainable farming and community engagement. He also actively contributes to the local economy and culture as a member of the Eagle Mountain Chamber of Commerce.
Kieffer’s dedication extends to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of the Cedar Valley area. He often participates in community-centered events and media, including podcasts that explore the unique aspects of life in the region. Through his varied endeavors, he remains a steadfast advocate for the growth and enrichment of the local community.