Cache County Council Regular Meeting – 06-23-2026

The Cache County Council held a regular meeting on June 23, 2026, where several procurement and governance topics were discussed. Key procurement-related items included the approval of a temporary 180-day moratorium on the development of utility-scale data centers to allow for code evaluation and potential regulation updates. The council also reviewed and approved an ordinance establishing electronic meeting procedures to facilitate remote participation with voting rights, subject to quorum requirements and emergency provisions. Additionally, the council discussed an amendment to the 1993 interlocal agreement governing the airport authority, aiming to restructure governance for improved financial sustainability and compliance with FAA regulations; the county executive was authorized to finalize the agreement. Behavioral health services integration was addressed, with the council appointing Trevor Cook as the Behavioral Health Director under the existing contract with Bear River Behavioral Health. The council also deliberated on the formation of a county-sanctioned recreation advisory board to guide potential future bonding and development of recreation centers, emphasizing the need for clear vision and geographic representation before proceeding. Other discussions included subdivision development studies and coordination with local municipalities on road maintenance and fire board appointments. Several motions were passed, including the approval of ordinances and appointments, with some items deferred for further review.