Thanks for joining us at the UAC Legislative Conference!

The UAC Legislative Conference was held April 28-30 at the Dixie Convention Center in Washington County, bringing together county elected officials, department leaders, affiliate organizations, and industry partners from across Utah. The conference focused on reviewing the outcomes of the 2026 legislative session and discussing the impact new laws and policy decisions will have on county government operations statewide.

The conference featured affiliate breakout sessions, a statewide general session, exhibitor engagement, and leadership elections for open UAC officer positions. Key topics discussed throughout the conference included property taxes, affordable housing, energy development, public lands, and preserving local control for Utah counties. Attendees also had opportunities to collaborate, share best practices, and strengthen partnerships between counties and state leaders. We're grateful for your participation and hard work on behalf of your counties!

Take a look at some photos below.

Justice Summit Registration Now Available!

Registration is now available for the 5th Annual Justice Summit on June 25, 2026 at the Utah Association of Counties (5397 South Vine Street, Murray, UT 84107). We will be meeting in our basement training room.

The Justice Summit is an opportunity to bring together key county stakeholders from behavioral health, law enforcement, and the county legislative body to facilitate a discussion on critical justice issues. Topics such as Reentry/Reintegration, Pretrial/Probation Services, and Specialty Courts will be covered. Breakfast & lunch will be provided.

New UAC Leadership

At the 2026 Legislative Conference, we held elections for our new 2nd Vice President and Secretary for the 2026-2027 Executive Committee.

President

Adam Snow, Washington County Commissioner

1st Vice President

Jerry Houghton, Tooele County Recorder/Surveyor

2nd Vice President

Greg Miles, Duchesne County Commissioner

Secretary

Chad Montgomery, Box Elder County Recorder

Past President

Nathan Curtis, Sevier County Sheriff

Thank you to each of our candidates for your willingness to serve as well as to our outgoing Executive Committee members, Sheriff Nathan Curtis (President) and Councilmember Sandi Goodlander (Secretary). We deeply appreciate your efforts and look forward to a great year!

UAC Policy Steering Committees + State Boards

Members of the Utah Association of Counties are encouraged to take an active role in shaping statewide policy and programs by serving on state boards and committees. UAC regularly makes appointments to these bodies, ensuring county perspectives are represented in important discussions and decisions.

Below, you can find a list of all state boards and committees with their current appointments. If you are interested in being considered for a current or future appointment or if you are interested in serving as a chair of one of UAC's Policy Steering Committees, please reach out below to Laura Barlow, Director of Member Engagement. Sharing your interest, background, and areas of expertise helps UAC match members with meaningful opportunities to serve.

Your involvement strengthens the county voice across Utah and helps ensure that local insights inform state-level decision-making.

Grants and Funding Opportunities Available

Grant Available from Safe Streets and Roads for All:

Established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. Almost 1 billion is made available by this NOFO. The deadline for applications is May 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (ET).

Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant:

ORMG provides funding to help mitigate the impacts of increased outdoor recreation, tourism, and conventions to counties of the third through sixth class. This support comes through reimbursements for emergency services already performed, on-going costs associated with addressing and minimizing visitor impacts, and project specific funds for road repair and upgrades. 

Applications open on July 15, 2026.

Zions Public Finance

Zions Public Finance provides creative and effective financing tools for your capital improvement needs. We serve our clients in capacities that include Municipal Advisors, Municipal Consultants, Underwriters, and Direct Purchasers, and work tirelessly to help the client resolve any financing concerns in their efforts to achieve long-term financial sustainability and accountability.

WCF Insurance

WCF Insurance, originally known as the State Insurance Fund and later the Workers' Compensation Fund, began in 1917 to provide workers' compensation insurance to Utah employers. Over 100 years later, WCF Insurance is now a national property and casualty carrier, offering a range of business insurance solutions. 

WCF Insurance provides property and casualty insurance, specializing in workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance. Workers' compensation insurance covers medical expenses and lost wages for employees injured on the job, while employer's liability insurance protects employers from lawsuits related to workplace injuries. We also offer commercial auto coverage for various businesses like contractors, retailers, and offices.

Gilmore Bell

Gilmore Bell is one of the leading public finance law firms in the United States. The firm primarily represents governmental entities and 501c3 organizations to negotiate financing alternatives, including bond and lease transactions, economic development incentives, and public-private partnerships. Gilmore Bell has offices in Utah, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Illinois.

ClearGov

ClearGov is a company dedicated to helping local governments, schools, and special districts budget better, streamline financial processes, and enhance transparency and efficiency through innovative software solutions.