The Fayette Town Council will meet on Sept. 8 to appoint a new mayor to fill a mid-term vacancy created by a recent resignation, according to a public notice from the town. The appointment process follows a vacancy in the municipal executive office that was part of the council's agenda during its Aug. 4 meeting.
Legal Process for Vacancy
The vacancy in the office of mayor was officially announced via a public notice from Fayette Town, which specified that the appointment meeting will take place at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Fayette Town Hall located at 90 S. 100 E. The decision to fill the seat comes after a mid-term resignation, a process governed by Utah Code Section 20A-1-510.
Under the current state law, which includes provisions effective as of May 6, 2026, a municipal legislative body must appoint a registered voter to fill the unexpired term of a vacated office within 30 calendar days after receiving a letter of resignation. The law requires the municipality to give public notice of the vacancy at least 14 calendar days before the meeting to fill the position.
Candidate Requirements and Deadlines
To be considered for the mayoral appointment, applicants must meet several specific legal and residency requirements. Candidates must be United States citizens and registered voters within Fayette Town. Additionally, the individual must have been a resident of Fayette Town for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the date of the appointment.
Interested individuals must submit their name and a statement of interest by 6:00 PM on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Applications can be delivered in person at the Fayette Town Hall or submitted via email to clerk@fayetteutah.gov. The town clerk, Kathi Williams, is the primary contact for further information regarding the application process.
Appointment and Voting Procedures
The appointment process will involve a public interview of each qualified candidate. During the scheduled meeting on Sept. 8, the Fayette Town Council is tasked with interviewing applicants and conducting a vote to select the new mayor.
Utah law dictates specific procedures for the voting process to ensure transparency. If the council cannot reach a majority vote during the initial round of voting, the law requires a second vote between the two candidates who received the most votes. In the event that a tie remains after the second vote, the vacancy is to be determined by a coin toss or by lot, conducted by the municipal clerk or recorder in a public meeting.
Recent Council Activity
The discussion regarding the open mayoral position was included on the agenda for the Fayette Town Council meeting held on Tuesday, Aug. 4. That meeting, facilitated by Mayor Jed Bartholomew, also addressed several other municipal matters, including updates from Dani Taylor regarding the Gunnison Hospital and discussions concerning town cleanup efforts.
Other items addressed during the Aug. 4 meeting included reports on water, the Planning and Zoning commission, and spring updates. The council also reviewed expenditures and minutes as part of its regular municipal business.
Public Meeting Information
Fayette Town officials have noted that all council meetings are public and remain open to any concerned citizens wishing to attend. For individuals requiring special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the town requests that notice be provided at least 24 hours before the meeting via the contact number 435-528-3883.
Contact Information
The Fayette Town Hall is located at 90 S. 100 E., HC 13 Box 300564, Fayette, UT 84630. The town maintains an official website at http://www.fayetteutah.com for additional information regarding municipal operations and public notices.
