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Robinette said Cedar City Hospital provided more than $6 million in charity care in 2024 and paid approximately $635,000 in local property taxes. She outlined the hospital’s broader community investment, including education, volunteer services and discounted care, which the hospital quantified as a larger “total community gift.” She described ongoing capital projects: an emergency-department expansion adding nine rooms (including four behavioral-health rooms), a medical office building to consolidate primary care and free space for specialists, an infusion-suite expansion and replacement/house installation of a PET‑CT scanner and a second CT to support oncology and diagnostic services.

Why it matters: The hospital is a major local health-care provider and an Intermountain Health affiliate; expansion of behavioral‑health ED capacity and local specialty services aim to keep more patients in Iron County rather than traveling to other cities. Robinette noted the hospital is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) and explained the criteria used to support tax‑exempt status, including charity care, community health needs assessments and documented community benefit investments.

Local partnerships: Robinette highlighted partnerships with public health and social-service agencies, workforce and education initiatives with the school district and Southern Utah University, and outreach such as coach training on suicide awareness. She noted the hospital’s role in sending patients to recent regional behavioral-health receiving centers and expressed willingness to explore partnerships to improve local behavioral-health care access.

Follow-up: Commissioners thanked the hospital leadership for the report. Staff noted the nonprofit update is a required annual presentation used to confirm community benefit and maintain tax-exempt reporting records; the commission did not take a separate vote beyond accepting the presentation as part of the meeting record.

Evidence in transcript: The presentation included slides summarizing board changes, caregiver counts, patient encounters, charity care totals, capital projects and the community health needs assessment schedule.","mediaType","Audio","parentTitle","Iron County Commission Meeting - 05-12-2025 Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Cedar City Hospital president Jamieson Robinette reviewed the hospital’s 2024 community benefit activity, capital investments — including an ER expansion and medical office building — and reiterated the facility’s nonprofit obligations and local economic contributions.","taxTitle","Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah","taxId",67566,"location","Utah","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":50,"_51":82,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":83,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":84,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567732,"Commission approves intensive‑ag rezoning for dairy staging lagoon after odor, application and DEQ discussion",473,2208000,2681000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273331-5383480f9aa21fda5c7c50709bc3c305&start=2208&end=2681","/articles/6567732/Utah/Commission-approves-intensiveag-rezoning-for-dairy-staging-lagoon-after-odor-application-and-DEQ-discussion","The Iron County Commission unanimously approved a zone change from Agriculture‑20 to Intensive Agriculture for about 87.58 acres near Burrell to allow construction of a staging lagoon associated with Escalante Farms / Bar V Holdings’ dairy operations.

Planning staff and the applicant described the project as part of a broader waste‑management plan: the dairy is constructing a digester that captures gases and reduces odor-causing compounds, and the proposed lagoon will serve as a staging facility to dilute, store and then land‑apply effluent under an NRCS‑approved nutrient management plan. Staff told the commission the facility is designed to reduce the number of days per season the operator must land‑apply effluent, and to pair with low‑pressure drip application systems that minimize aerosolization and odor dispersion.

Why it matters: Neighbors and commissioners raised historic odor concerns tied to animal‑operation land applications in the area. The requested zoning and the lagoon are intended to give operators additional capacity to store and dilute effluent from the digester so they can land‑apply earlier or in more locations, lowering the concentrated seasonal application periods that have generated complaints.

Regulatory oversight and conditions: The planning presentation noted that any lagoon or treatment facility requires DEQ (Division of Water Quality/Air Quality) permitting and that the operator must follow the nutrient management plan developed with NRCS. The planning commission also conditionally approved a type‑6 animal operation conditional‑use permit tied to the zoning request contingent on the zone change.

Discussion highlights: Commissioners and staff emphasized that the digester should reduce odors substantially and that drip irrigation and more dispersed land application will lower airborne odor risks. Staff said the lagoon would be used intermittently (staging twice per year in the spring and fall) and that check valves and backflow protection would be required to prevent well contamination. Commissioners noted no state standard for smell exists and that county code contains an odor‑response process (including an “odor committee” for complaints) that can be used if concerns continue.

Next steps: Planning staff will track DEQ permitting, ensure compliance with the NRCS nutrient-management plan, and manage any follow‑up from the conditional use permit. The commission approved the zone change by voice vote with no recorded roll‑call dissent.

Provenance: The topic was discussed in the planning agenda (public hearing), and the planning staff presentation and applicant materials were the basis for the commission’s consideration and vote.","The commission approved a rezoning to Intensive Agriculture for an 87.58‑acre site to host a staging lagoon tied to a digester and nutrient‑management plan. Staff and commissioners discussed odor mitigation, digester timing, DEQ oversight and NRCS recommendations.",{"_33":86,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":87,"_41":88,"_43":89,"_45":90,"_47":91,"_49":50,"_51":92,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":93,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":94,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567736,"County adopts SS4A safety action plan identifying 29 priority roadway locations",1265,7438000,8703000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273331-5383480f9aa21fda5c7c50709bc3c305&start=7438&end=8703","/articles/6567736/Utah/County-adopts-SS4A-safety-action-plan-identifying-29-priority-roadway-locations","The Iron County Commission unanimously accepted a countywide Safe Streets for All safety action plan after a presentation from consultant Eric Swett and county staff.

The plan, prepared with Kimberly Horn & Associates, identifies a high-risk network of roadway segments and intersections across Iron County. It contains 29 location-specific project sheets with planning-level cost estimates and six scenario-based case studies (pedestrian/school crossings; unsignalized intersections; signalized intersections; skewed approaches; two‑lane high-speed highways; and multi-lane urban corridors) that define repeatable countermeasures for use countywide.

Why it matters: Fatalities and serious injuries on roadway networks nationally remained elevated even as vehicle miles traveled changed during the COVID period; FHWA’s SS4A program funds jurisdictions that prepare data-driven safety action plans and then apply for demonstration or implementation funding. By adopting the plan, Iron County and participating cities become eligible to pursue SS4A demonstration grants (smaller, experimental deployments) and, competitively, the larger implementation grants that fund constructed improvements.

What the plan recommends: County staff and the consultant described countermeasure categories addressing speed management, intersections, roadway departures, and pedestrian and bicycle safety. Examples discussed at the meeting included adding or extending paved shoulders and edge-line striping on rural roads (to reduce single-vehicle roadway-departure crashes), targeted signage and curve warnings, temporary demonstration treatments such as interactive speed feedback signs or flashing intersection warning signs, and enhanced pedestrian crossing treatments near schools. The plan includes an engagement record — online maps, community events and workshops with local jurisdictions — used to identify areas of concern.

Next steps: County staff said the plan will be uploaded to the county website and the regional planning organization dashboard. Staff indicated their intent to pursue SS4A demonstration funding in the current grant window to deploy lower-cost, non‑permanent countermeasures (signage, striping, lighting demonstrations) while preparing competitive applications for implementation funding for larger capital projects. Staff will coordinate with UDOT on improvements that affect state highways; UDOT indicated willingness to support proposed countermeasures though the SS4A grant program intentionally excludes DOTs as primary applicants.

Local context: Commissioners and staff emphasized the advantage of being able to test low-cost solutions (striping, interactive speed signs, temporary intersection lighting) under the planning/demonstration category before bidding full engineering and construction work for permanent changes such as roundabouts. Several commissioners noted that roundabouts at busy intersections elsewhere have reduced high-severity T-bone and head‑on crashes by replacing conflict points.

Public engagement: The plan’s outreach included online mapping where residents could drop pins and leave comments, in-person events at community venues and multiple workshops in Cedar City, Parowan, Enoch and Newcastle to review data and projects.

Implementation risk and funding: Implementation grants are competitive and fund construction; demonstration grants have broader availability and can fund temporary or deployable measures. The county will seek grant matches when applicable; many projects have local match requirements and will require coordination with the county road crews and city partners.

Evidence in transcript: Staff presentation and commissioner discussion, including a formal motion to adopt the plan, are recorded in the meeting minutes.","Iron County accepted a Safe Streets for All plan that maps a high-risk roadway network, recommends targeted countermeasures and makes local jurisdictions eligible for federal demonstration and implementation grants.",{"_33":96,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":97,"_41":98,"_43":99,"_45":90,"_47":100,"_49":50,"_51":101,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":102,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":103,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6567739,"Commission approves zoning, safety plan, grant awards and personnel actions; ratifies event permit",5725,2978000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3273331-5383480f9aa21fda5c7c50709bc3c305&start=2978&end=8703","/articles/6567739/Utah/Commission-approves-zoning-safety-plan-grant-awards-and-personnel-actions-ratifies-event-permit","The Iron County Commission on Monday approved a package of land-use decisions, a countywide traffic-safety action plan and several grants and personnel actions.

In a block of routine and substantive votes the commission: approved minutes and claims; rezoned three parcels (two to light industrial and one to intensive agriculture for an agricultural staging lagoon); adopted a Safe Streets for All safety action plan that lays out 29 priority roadway locations and countermeasures; ratified local consent for a single-event permit for a June Woods Ranch event; authorized acceptance of an OHV recreation grant for trail maintenance and equipment; approved a county resolution supporting America250 community planning; and approved personnel hires and a change to the county holiday policy to treat Christmas Eve as a full workday in most cases.

Why it matters: The zoning votes change allowable land uses for parcels near Cedar City and in agricultural areas, shaping future industrial and agricultural activity. Adoption of the Safe Streets plan makes the county eligible for federal SS4A implementation or demonstration funding to test or install safety countermeasures. The OHV grant and the other administrative approvals provide short-term funding and staffing stability for county services.

Key details
- Minutes and claims: Commission approved the April 28 minutes and claims for payment for the April 28–May 11 period. Both motions passed on voice votes with all commissioners responding “Aye.”
- Zone changes: The commission approved three zoning actions after staff presentations and public hearings: (1) a rezone from Residential 2-acre (R-2) to Light Industrial (LI) for approximately 4.02 acres near 450 North/5700 West (applicant: Deb Nelson); (2) a rezone from Agriculture-20 (A-20) to Light Industrial for approximately 224.22 acres near 5900–6900 West (Fiddlers Canyon LLC); and (3) a rezone from Agriculture-20 to Intensive Agriculture (IA) for approximately 87.58 acres near 1600 South/500 West in Burrell for use by Escalante/ Holt dairy operations (Bar V Holdings / Escalante Farms). All three motions were moved, seconded and carried on unanimous voice votes.
- Safe Streets for All (SS4A) safety action plan: The commission accepted the countywide safety action plan developed with Kimberly Horn & Associates and consultant Eric Swett. The plan identifies a countywide “high-risk network,” 29 location-specific project sheets (with planning-level cost estimates), and six scenario-based case studies (pedestrian/school crossings, unsignalized intersections, signalized intersections, skewed approaches, two-lane high-speed highways and multi-lane urban corridors). Adoption makes jurisdictions in Iron County eligible to apply for demonstration or implementation SS4A funding. Motion carried unanimously.
- OHV grant: The county will accept an Outdoor Recreation Division grant totaling about $70,008.64 to support OHV trail maintenance and equipment; the full project budget is $94,364.75 and the county match is listed at $20,500. The commission approved accepting the award.
- Event permit: The commission ratified local consent for a single-event permit for the Cedar City Elks Lodge event at Woods Ranch on June 14, 2025 (ratification requested after the county clerk had signed to meet the state’s 30-day window). Motion carried.
- America250 resolution: The commission approved a resolution establishing an Iron County America250 community committee to plan local sesquicentennial (250th anniversary) activities and to be eligible for state funding. Motion carried.
- Personnel and policy: The commission approved several personnel hires across departments (Justice Court, Fair, Road, Sheriff’s patrol and corrections) and amended the county holidays policy (section 24) to treat Christmas Eve as a full workday in most calendar configurations. Motions carried.

Votes at a glance (formal actions recorded in meeting minutes)
- Approve April 28 minutes — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Approve claims for payment (Apr 28–May 11) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Zone change: R-2 to LI, ~4.02 acres (near 450 North / 5700 West, Cedar City; applicant Deb Nelson) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Zone change: A-20 to LI, ~224.22 acres (near 5900–6900 West, Silver Hills Parkway; applicant Fiddlers Canyon LLC) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Zone change: A-20 to IA, ~87.58 acres (near 1600 South / 500 West, Burrell; applicant Escalante Farms / Bar V Holdings) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Adopt Safe Streets for All county Safety Action Plan — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Ratify local consent for single-event permit (Woods Ranch, 06/14/2025; Cedar City Elks) — outcome: ratified (voice vote, unanimous).
- Approve resolution supporting America250 county committee — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Accept OHV recreation grant (Utah Outdoor Recreation Division) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Approve personnel appointments listed on agenda — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).
- Amend policy section 24 (Christmas Eve update) — outcome: approved (voice vote, unanimous).

What the minutes show: Most motions were taken and passed by voice vote with no recorded roll-call tallies; no motions failed. Several items followed public hearings or staff presentations prior to votes. The approved Safe Streets action plan and the zoning changes include staff commitments to follow-up steps (e.g., coordinating access, water/sewer connections and development agreements).","At its May meeting the Iron County Commission approved multiple zone changes, adopted a countywide Safe Streets for All safety action plan, ratified a special event permit, approved an OHV trails grant and several personnel and policy updates.","actionData","errors"]

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