The Bluff Town Council held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, to address several municipal issues, including the appointment of new legal counsel and the adoption of an employee benefits policy. The meeting, held at the Bluff Community Center, also included discussions regarding road improvements on 6th West and proposed updates to the town's zoning code.
During the meeting, the council voted unanimously to award a legal counsel contract to Hayes Godfrey Bell. The decision followed a Request for Proposals process intended to secure counsel with extensive Utah municipal law experience. The council noted that the firm's experience with the Utah League of Cities and Towns and its familiarity with Monticello's development make it a strong candidate for the town's needs.
The council also voted to approve a new employee benefits policy. Under the approved policy, full-time employees working 36 or more hours are eligible for health insurance, maternity or parental leave, URS retirement, and paid time off. Part-time employees working between 20 and 36 hours will be eligible for URS retirement and paid time off, while those working under 20 hours remain ineligible for those specific benefits. The policy also established rules for carrying over vacation time and capped separation payouts at one year of accrued hours.
Regarding infrastructure and land use, the council voted unanimously to place road construction and activity on 6th West on hold until a complete resolution is reached with landowners. Additionally, the council and the Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint discussion regarding a comprehensive revamp of the town's zoning code. Proposed changes include simplifying agricultural and commercial zones and adding a new Factory Industrial zone.
Other items discussed included a vehicle use policy and the town's stance on San Juan County Proposition 7 regarding EMS services. The council also noted that a housing consultant Request for Proposals was expected to be issued around September 21, 2026.
