The Escalante City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 20, 2026, according to a Oct. 13 notice. The meeting is set to begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Escalante City Council Chambers located at 65 North Center Street.
The agenda for the Oct. 20 meeting includes the adoption of the agenda, approval of the minutes from the Oct. 6, 2026, regular meeting, and a public comment period. During public comment, individuals may express ideas, concerns, or comments on items not on the agenda within a two-minute maximum time limit. The meeting will also include planning and zoning updates and a scheduled item regarding Myron Carter regarding a water meter.
Department reports are scheduled for the meeting, covering administrative, public works, and fire departments. Council members will also provide reports on various municipal areas. Mayor Melani Torgersen is slated to report on employees, the cemetery, and the fire department. Council member Chad Lyman will report on water, Tara Woolsey will discuss the airport, Ryan Cottam will discuss streets and storm water drainage, Marlene Stowe will discuss building, parks and recreation, Main Street, and the clinic, and Sally Orme will discuss sanitation and the landfill.
The meeting may include a tentative closed meeting held in accordance with Utah Code 52-4-205. The council will also address unpaid bills. The meeting can be attended in person or via Zoom using the meeting ID 952 988 2858 and passcode 512701.
In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act, individuals requiring special accommodations for the meeting should notify City Recorder Stephanie Steed at (435) 826-4644 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
The meeting is scheduled for Oct. 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
