2026 Building Utah Conference Registration OPEN!

The 2026 Building Utah Conference is coming up! This will be an educational conference and trade show involving municipal, county, and state roads departments, as well as public works directors, engineers, mayors, councils, commissioners, GIS administrators, state legislators, and state department heads. Large machinery, cutting-edge technology, and road construction equipment will be on display.

The conference will be on April 13-14, 2026 at the Sevier Valley Center in Sevier County. Register below!

UAC Members Attend National Association of Counties Legislative Conference

Forty-two members of the Utah Association of Counties representing 18 counties, recently attended the NACo Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. The annual conference brings together county officials from across the nation to discuss federal policies that impact local governments and to strengthen relationships with federal leaders and partner organizations.

UAC members participated in a variety of policy sessions and heard from federal representatives addressing key issues such as funding, infrastructure, and the evolving partnership between federal and local governments. The conference provides counties an important opportunity to stay informed on federal priorities while advocating for policies that support county governments and the communities they serve. It also offers a valuable chance to connect with county officials from other states, share experiences, and exchange ideas on how counties across the country are addressing similar challenges.

A highlight of the conference was the Public Lands Steering Committee meeting. The committee, chaired by Garfield County Commissioner Jerry Taylor, included remarks from Congresswoman Celeste Maloy. She discussed current public lands issues being considered in Congress and emphasized the importance of ensuring that local governments have a voice in policies that affect the counties where much of the nation’s public land is located.

UAC members also gathered for a Utah Caucus meeting. All six members of Utah’s federal delegation addressed the group, providing updates on issues being discussed in Washington and taking time to hear directly from UAC members about the priorities and challenges facing Utah counties.

Participation in the NACo Legislative Conference continues to provide valuable opportunities for UAC members to engage in federal policy discussions, strengthen relationships with national partners, and ensure that the perspectives of Utah’s counties are represented in Washington, D.C.

2026 Legislative Conference Registration Available

We're excited for you to join us at our 2026 Legislative Conference! This meeting is an opportunity to gather our affiliate groups and discuss updates from the 2026 Legislative Session and the impact it will have on counties.

We will be holding elections at this conference for our open leadership positions: Second Vice President and Secretary. All registered elected officials will be eligible to vote.

The conference will take place beginning on April 28th through April 30th at the Dixie Convention Center in Washington County. The UAC Board Meeting and other ancillary meetings will occur on April 28th and affiliate meetings will begin on April 29th.

Justice Summit - Save the Date!

Please save the date for our 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. Breakfast & lunch will be provided.

Registration coming soon!

Funding Opportunity from UORG Now Available

The Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG) is officially open! With five funding opportunities: Regional Asset Tier, Tier 1, Mini-Grant, RRI, and CPR, there’s a path for projects of all sizes.

Funding Opportunities

• Community Parks & Recreation (CPR): $5,000 - $200,000
• Recreation Restoration Infrastructure (RRI): up to $250,000
• Mini Grants: up to $30,000
• Tier 1: $30,001 - $500,000
• Regional Asset Tier: $500,001 - $1,000,000 

Application Window

Monday, January 12 - Friday, March 13, 2026

Eligible Applicants

Municipalities, state and federal agencies, nonprofits, public educational institutions and tribal governments

Need support before submitting? Staff reviews are available upon request for applications submitted at least two weeks before the deadline. This optional review helps applicants strengthen proposals and confirm eligibility.

New Grant Now Available from the Your Land Your Plan Fund

Established by Intermountain Health and Zions Bank, The Your Land Your Plan Fund builds on a strategic cross-sector collaboration between the two Utah-based anchor organizations. Through this initiative, Intermountain Health and Zions Bank aligned their resources and expertise to support local public landowners across Utah to unlock the financial and economic potential of their real estate assets and improve community wellbeing by addressing the social drivers of health (SDOH). 

The Fund’s first round of open grant opportunities will open on January 15, 2026 and will accept proposals until April 15, 2026. Funds will be awarded through a competitive process open to all local public landowners in Utah - specifically counties, cities and towns, and K-12 school districts. These one-time grants support public asset-based technical assistance, community planning, and engagement.

Utah Counties Indemnity Pool

The Utah Counties Indemnity Pool (UCIP) is a public agency insurance mutual formed in 1992 by Utah counties. UCIP provides group self-insurance coverage to its member counties, aiming to stabilize insurance costs, create equity, and maximize member input in risk management. UCIP is owned and governed by its member counties, reflecting a commitment to efficient and cooperative local government.

Kofile

Kofile is a leading provider of Critical Records Management solutions for local, county, and state governments in North America. They help government agencies preserve, safeguard, and modernize access to history and public records. Kofile's solutions aim to empower government leaders to better serve their communities by enabling secure, efficient, and accessible records management, thereby modernizing government services.

Core

CORE is a payments and revenue management software provider with 39 years of experience in the government sector. Partnering with over 1100 government entities, CORE enhances modern payment and engagement experiences. We connect customers with trusted agencies, streamlining every interaction from first contact to final reconciliation.

Public Surplus

UAC has partnered with the Public Surplus group to provide large discounts for our county members. Once registered, counties will receive massive savings on any online sale that is done through the Public Surplus auction platform.

Public Surplus has grown to become the largest Government Auction service in the United States. Their experience and innovative online portal help streamline the tax sale process that counties are obligated to perform. Register now to begin receiving your discounts. If you have any questions about the program, please reach out to Bryan Rodgers at bryan@uacnet.org.

Public Surplus was founded in 2001 by Derek McFarland in Provo, Utah. Over 6,000 total government entities use Public Surplus every year. Over 7 million citizens attend a Public Surplus Auction every day. Public Surplus is proud to partner with UAC and to help innovate the government auction sector.