Matt Ward serves as a representative for the Millard County Chronicle Progress. Residents encounter his work through his presence at official government proceedings, specifically the meetings of the Millard County Planning Commission. According to meeting minutes from the Millard County Planning Commission, Ward is listed as being also present during several sessions held at the Millard County Offices located at 71 South 200 West in Delta, Utah.
In July of 2022, Ward was in attendance for a meeting held on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. During this session, the commission reviewed an application regarding a P-2 application for recreation to establish a shooting range located approximately 9 miles west of Kanosh. The meeting included discussions between the commissioners and applicants regarding fencing requirements and water access for fire safety.
Ward was also present during a meeting held on January 10, 2024. This meeting was presided over by Chairman David Sturlin and involved the appointment of the Commission's Chair and Vice Chair for the year. During this specific session, the commission also reviewed application #Z-2024-002, which concerned an amendment to a C-1 Conditional Use Permit for temporary construction housing located at approximately 3450 S 4100 W in Delta. The applicants for that request were Jason and Sam Edwards.
Most recently, Ward attended the Millard County Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. This meeting, which was called to order by Planning Commission Chairman Erin Sorenson, involved the review of application #Z-2025-064. This application was for an accessory dwelling unit at approximately 3550 N 2000 W in Delta. The applicant, Jose Maldonado, sought to build a permanent tiny house on the property to live in while renovations occurred on an existing house. The commission ultimately voted unanimously in the affirmative to approve the C-1 Conditional Use Permit Application.
By attending these sessions, Ward fulfills the requirement that meeting agendas and proceedings be provided to the Millard County Chronicle Progress, which is a newspaper of general circulation within Millard County. His presence ensures that the discussions regarding local land use, zoning, and residential developments are documented for the public record. Whether the commission is discussing the installation of septic systems, the width of temporary housing units, or the specifics of private shooting ranges, Ward is present to observe the official proceedings of the county's planning governance.
What this means for Delta
For the residents of Delta, Matt Ward's presence at these meetings ensures that local government decisions regarding zoning and land use are being monitored by the press. His role helps maintain the transparency required by law, ensuring that the proceedings of the Millard County Planning Commission are documented for the community.
