Washington City has announced a vacancy on the City Council and has opened the application process to fill the position. According to a November 12 notice, the City Council will eventually interview qualified applicants to fill the seat for the remainder of the unexpired term, which ends December 31, 2027.
Interested individuals must submit an application along with a $50.00 filing fee no later than Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Applications must be sent to Washington City Recorder Tara Pentz at 111 North 100 East, Washington, Utah 84780.
Required application materials include the applicant's name, address, and contact information, a resume, and a brief statement regarding their qualifications, interest in the role, and ability to commit to public service. Applicants must also provide confirmation of meeting eligibility requirements and a conflict-of-interest disclosure in accordance with Utah Code §§ 10-3-301.5 and 20A-1-510.
To qualify for the municipal office, applicants must be United States citizens and registered voters in Washington City. Candidates must also meet municipal residency requirements and must not be legally disqualified from holding office due to a felony conviction, treason, or a crime against the elective franchise. Additionally, candidates must not have been declared mentally incompetent under applicable law.
The Washington City Council is scheduled to hold a public meeting to interview qualified applicants and consider an appointment on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at Washington City Hall, located at 111 North 100 East, and will be broadcast live online at washingtonutah.gov/meetings.
For additional information or to request ADA accommodations at least 24 hours in advance, individuals can contact the City Recorder's Office at (435) 656-6308 or via email at recorder@washingtonutah.gov.
