Todd Sands is a member of the Toquerville City Council. In this role, he participates in official city business, including the review and approval of city agendas, the approval of meeting minutes, and the authorization of city expenditures. According to the minutes from the June 17, 2026, City Council meeting, Sands voted "aye" for the approval of the meeting agenda and the approval of city expenditures from May 2026.
Beyond his duties on the City Council, Sands holds positions on regional boards. According to the June 17, 2026, City Council meeting minutes, Sands reported on his work with the Southwest Mosquito Abatement Board and the Hurricane Valley Fire Special Service District Board. Regarding the latter, Sands noted that the Hurricane Valley Fire Special Service District would hold a public hearing on July 9, 2026, to discuss a $22 million lease revenue bond intended for the construction of new fire stations.
During council sessions, Sands engages with community issues and city planning. During a special city council meeting held on August 11, 2026, Sands addressed the Culture and Recreation portion of the budget. During this same meeting, Sands addressed comments made by resident Anita Eaton regarding city events and taxes. Sands also requested that residents share their Toquerville property tax bills with the council, if they were comfortable doing so, while discussing the budget.
Sands also participates in the council's review of significant city infrastructure and planning documents. During the June 17, 2026, meeting, Sands expressed concerns regarding the draft Transportation Master Plan, specifically regarding the Toquerville Parkway, Toquer Boulevard, and crash data. This discussion followed a presentation by Jeff Mortimer of Sunrise Engineering regarding the draft plan, which was being developed after Toquerville was awarded TPA funding in May 2024.
In addition to his work on the council and regional boards, Sands participates in legislative actions. On June 13, 2026, the Toquerville City Council adopted Resolution 2026.XX, which designated specific locations and times for the discharge of fireworks to promote public safety and reduce wildfire risk. Sands voted "aye" to adopt this resolution, which restricted aerial fireworks and designated Trail Ridge Estates Park and Center Street Park as permitted discharge areas for specific dates.
Residents encounter Sands' work through public council meetings, which are held at 212 N. Toquer Blvd. Many of these meetings are broadcast live via YouTube, allowing for virtual participation and public comment. Through his various roles, Sands influences local governance regarding public safety, transportation planning, and municipal budgeting.
What this means for Toquerville
For Toquerville residents, Sands' involvement means that local governance and regional safety issues are addressed through his multiple roles. His participation in budget discussions and regional boards directly impacts how city resources and public safety services, such as fire protection and mosquito abatement, are managed and funded for the community.
