The Emery County Commission held a meeting on Oct. 20, 2026, to recognize Nadine Thompson for her retirement following 31 years of service to the county. Thompson, who has served as a Personal Property Auditor and Appraiser, was honored during the session held at the Emery County Administration Building in Castle Dale.
A Legacy of Service
The meeting agenda included a formal recognition of Thompson's long-standing career within the Emery County Assessor's Office. Thompson has held multiple roles within the department, including serving as an Appraiser and as the Personal Property Auditor.
Thompson's tenure in the county spans over three decades, contributing to the Appraisal Division's mission of determining the current market value of residential and commercial properties within the county. The division's duties include providing public service through property valuations and comparable sales data.
Administrative and Budgetary Business
The commission meeting, held at 75 E. Main Street, addressed several administrative and budgetary items. Among the discussion topics was the 2027 tentative budget for Emery County and the 2027 tentative budget for the Castle Valley Special Service District.
Other items on the agenda included a presentation by Jeremy Christensen regarding the LeRay McAllister Working Farm and Ranch Fund for the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food. The commission also reviewed several donation requests, including requests for the American Legion Posts in Emery County and American Legion Post 39 for updates to the Veteran Memorial in Orangeville.
Personnel and Safety Updates
The commission also considered various personnel and safety matters. The consent agenda included the approval of several wage increases and promotions for county employees, such as Alexander O'Neil, the Chief Deputy, and Tosha Huntington, the Jail Commander.
A safety presentation was delivered by Mitzi Lopez, the Senior Justice Court Clerk, noting that the county has reached 705 days without a loss time incident.
Commission Leadership
The Emery County Commission is composed of Chairman Dennis Worwood, Vice Chairman Jordan Leonard, and Commissioner Keven Jensen. The board is responsible for managing county operations and expenditures for Emery County citizens.
Assessor's Office Operations
The Emery County Assessor's Office, which includes the Appraisal Division, provides essential services to the community. The office is staffed by County Assessor Kris Bell, along with Deputy Assessor Karen Richards, Motor Vehicles Officer Selina Hardman, and other specialized personnel.
