West Bountiful City is seeking written statements of qualifications from individuals interested in serving as an Appeal Authority, according to an October 1 statement. The city may appoint more than one individual to help ensure the availability of an objective and qualified pool of Appeal Authorities.
The services provided by an Appeal Authority may include hearing and deciding requests for variances from land use ordinances, appeals from land use decisions applying a land use ordinance, appeals from certain land use fees, and appeals related to the enforcement of administrative code enforcement actions.
A qualified individual should possess the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to effectively conduct administrative hearings. Candidates should understand land use law, including the Utah State Land Use, Development, and Management Act, and have experience administering land use laws, ordinances, and requirements of constitutional due process. Applicants must also be available for hearings on an as-needed basis, as the city infrequently receives appeals or requests for variances.
City Code prohibits the Appeal Authority from residing within the limits of West Bountiful City.
Applicants must submit a cover letter of no more than one page, a statement of understanding and services proposed, proposed fees for services, a current resume, and a list of professional references.
Submittals must be submitted electronically in PDF format via email to City Administrator Duane Huffman at dhuffman@wbcityut.gov. The city reserves the right to reject any or all submittals, including those found to be non-responsive, irregular, or in non-conformance with the requirements. The city may also reject submittals due to an apparent lack of experience, expertise, or adequate resources, or a failure to meet financial obligations under previous contracts.
The Appeal Authority term will be three years, with an option for the city to extend the term for one additional year.
West Bountiful City leadership includes Mayor Kenneth Romney, City Administrator Duane Huffman, Recorder Remington Whiting, City Engineer Kris Nilsen, and Public Works Director Steve Maughan. The City Council consists of James Ahlstrom, Dell Butterfield, Kelly Enquist, Jenn Nielsen, and Julie Thompson.
Following the selection of the most qualified applicant or applicants, the city will proceed with contract negotiations. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified by telephone or email.
