Cache County Council Ordinance and Policy Review Committee Meeting – 05-15-2026

- The committee approved the meeting agenda and the April 24 minutes, then moved into the main policy discussion items. No major votes were taken beyond those approvals. - On the Logan-Cache Airport interlocal agreement, members reviewed a revised draft that reflects prior consensus, but they agreed to wait for feedback from the attorneys and Logan City before making further decisions. The committee noted the agreement still needs legislative approval from both the county and Logan City, plus sign-off from both attorneys. - Discussion on the airport agreement focused on governance details, including the airport authority’s future independence, funding shortfalls, employee benefits, insurance timing, and contracting arrangements during the transition. Members expressed interest in shortening the proposed term and clarified that the county may still need to support the airport through a phased transition. - The committee agreed that the airport issue is close to resolved, but not ready for final action until Logan City’s response is received. They planned to revisit it at a future special meeting or the next regular OMP meeting if timing allows. - The code enforcement officer powers amendment was discussed in depth and generally received support, with members saying it gives code enforcement more effective tools. The draft was revised to remove or soften some contested items, such as administrative search warrants, while retaining enhanced collection remedies through the Utah Recovery Program. - Members discussed how code enforcement should be carried out after Steve Reeder leaves at the end of the month. Proposed next steps include having development services continue handling complaints, exploring a shared role with building inspections, and possibly involving the sheriff’s department as the field enforcement arm. - Several members emphasized the need for consistent, fair enforcement and better coordination between the attorney’s office, development services, and enforcement staff. The committee agreed the draft can move forward, but asked for attorney review and likely a return discussion at the next meeting. - Among items on hold, members highlighted a background check policy for planning and zoning/COSAC appointments and a third-party review process for attorney office policy updates. They also noted continued work on the treatment facilities/rehabilitation item, with more legal review expected. - The committee identified fencing ordinance updates as a priority due to increasing landowner disputes in rural areas. Members also raised questions about a county ordinance involving wildlife or wetlands studies tied to development permits, and about group home/foster home impacts in residential neighborhoods, both of which may return for further discussion.