The Bluff Town Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, to discuss the arrival of an AmeriCorps team and housing arrangements for Spring 2027. During the meeting, officials also addressed upcoming community events and infrastructure updates regarding a regional bike trail project.
The town received confirmation of an AmeriCorps team award for Spring 2027. The team is scheduled to arrive on February 26, 2027, work through April 18, 2027, and depart on April 22, 2027. To accommodate the ten workers, the town is considering staying at the Scorup House for approximately $7,100, as staying at the mission would cost over $20,000. Because housing costs were not included in the original budget, the town plans to pass a budget amendment early next year. Nizhoni will serve as the project lead for the program.
Regarding housing development, proposals for the Housing Consultant RFP are due Monday. Council Member Jennifer Davila volunteered to join Mayor Ewing and Town Manager Nelson on the evaluation committee. A contract award is scheduled for the second regular meeting in November on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, to allow time for evaluation.
The council also reviewed the UDOT Active Transportation / Bike Trail Project spanning from Montezuma Creek to Monument Valley. UDOT has awarded a design contract for the trail. The Transportation Committee aims to have National Environmental Policy Act documents completed by Summer 2027, with full project design completion targeted for Summer 2028. A public open house is scheduled for Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Bluff Community Center to gather input on preliminary designs, safety features, and right-of-way placement.
The Bluff Community Center Playground Grand Opening is scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM alongside a Trunk or Treat event. The schedule includes trunk arrival at 4:30 PM and the start of Trunk-or-Treat at 5:00 PM, with Fire Department personnel assisting with traffic.
The council entered an executive session at 4:30 PM to discuss strategy for pending or reasonably imminent litigation and the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property. The meeting adjourned at 5:05 PM.
