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Payson City is introducing a new brand that builds on our heritage and plans for the future. Our new slogan is “Home to Adventure”. Along with being a gateway to the Nebo Loop and outdoor recreation opportunities, Payson offers adventures in business, education -- with our future UVU/MTECH campus and culinary arts program downtown. Experience Payson’s spirit of adventure by participating in our “Home to Adventure” scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt begins May 1st and goes through June 18th. The scavenger hunt can be accessed by downloading the “Eventzee” app and use the code “Adventure”. Some of challenges in the scavenger hunt include taking pictures of certain places, answering questions, going to certain locations, taking videos etc.
Prizes include a side-by-side UTV, tent trailer, and recumbent bicycle, among others. Participants can win prizes based on the points they earn from participating in the scavenger hunt. Whoever earns the most points will win a tent trailer. Everyone who earns 1,500 points or more will be entered in a drawing to win the side-by-side UTV and other great prizes. You must be present for the drawing to win these prizes at the Payson City Brand Rollout event on June 19th at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Park in Payson. Join us in celebrating Payson’s new brand with this exciting scavenger hunt adventure!
This should be a fun event. This will also introduce those outside of Payson to the many adventures in Payson. Please invite your friends to join the scavenger hunt. Open to all Utah County residents.
Begin today!
Code: Adventure
*Payson City employees, Council Members and their immediate household are not eligible. Must be 18 to be eligible to win.
UPDATED Letter from Mayor Wright Regarding Drought Conditions & Pressurized Irrigation
Linked is an updated letter from Mayor Wright regarding the drought conditions in the State of Utah and the City of Payson. As well as the 2021 Water Management Plan.
Updated Letter from Mayor Wright
Payson City Council Meeting - June 16, 2021
Notice is hereby given that the Payson City Council will hold their regularly scheduled City Council meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at the Payson City Center, 439 West Utah Avenue, Payson, Utah, as well as virtually through a link with Zoom Video Communications. Please check the link below to participate and/or view the meeting.
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Topic: Payson City Council Meeting - June 16, 2021
Time: Jun 16, 2021 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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The State of Utah Coronavirus Updates
The State of Utah Coronavirus webpage
Utah Governor Herbert - Utah's plan for a health and economic recovery
Utah Governor Herbert - Stay safe, stay home directive
Utah Governor Herbert - Stay safe, stay home guidelines
Read the public health order closing restaurants here
Read the letter about the public health closing restaurants order here
Notice of Municipal Offices
Notice of Municipal Offices to be voted on in the Payson City Municipal General Election on November 2, 2021
One (1) Mayor Position – Four (4) year term
Two (2) City Council Member Positions – Four (4) year terms
One (1) City Council Member Position – Two (2) year term
The candidate filing period begins Tuesday, August 10, 2021 and ends Tuesday, August 17, 2021. A Declaration of Candidacy Form or Nomination Petition must be filed in person, or by a designated agent if the candidate is out of the state during the entire filing period, with the Payson City Recorder, 439 West Utah Avenue, Payson, Utah between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. There is a $50 candidate filing fee. (UCA 10-3-301, 20A-9-203, 20A-4-602, 20A-9-404)
Posted this 15th day of April, 2021 in the Payson City Offices and on the Utah Public Notice Website. Published in the Payson Chronicle on April 21 and April 28, 2021.
/s/ Kim E. Holindrake
Kim E. Holindrake, MMC
City Recorder
Nebo School District
Click here for the Nebo School District's web page. They will be posting updates regarding the COVID-19 virus and the School District's plans for preparations for the virus.
UDOT Closures
UDOT Advises Drivers of Road Closures in South Utah County
Expect travel delays and detours
Orem (May 13, 2021) – The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) advises drivers of the following road closures on state routes that will impact travel within the Springville and Payson areas.
S.R. 198 in Payson: S.R. 198 will be closed at the intersection of 1400 South beginning Friday, May 14 at 8 p.m. through 6 a.m. Monday, May 17 while Central Utah Water Conservancy District crews install a new waterline under the intersection. Through traffic will be detoured along 800 South and 1550 South to 930 West. Access for local traffic will be maintained except at the 1400 South intersection. Motorists should expect moderate travel delays.
S.R. 75 in Springville: 1400 North between 1750 West and Mountain Springs Parkway will be closed beginning early Monday, May 17 for bridge repair work over the Union Pacific Rail lines. The bridge will reopen to traffic for the morning commute the following Monday (May 24) . Drivers can use U.S. 89 to 400 South (S.R. 77) and other area roadways to connect to I-15 and businesses in the area of 1400 North.
For the latest information on traffic conditions across the state, visit the UDOT Traffic website (www.udottraffic.utah.gov) or download the UDOT Traffic app for iPhone or Android.
PROPOSED ANNEXATION
PAYSON CITY
NOTICE OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION
DOUBLE A ANNEXATION
Petition
Notice is hereby given that on April 21, 2021, Walter Jan Johnson, filed a petition proposing the annexation of approximately 10.6 acres located at approximately 10497 South 2340 West (Utah County) into Payson City.
Receipt of Notice of Certification
The petition was certified as required by Utah Code Section 10-2-405(2), and the Payson City Council received Notice of the Certification on May 11, 2021.
Description of the Property to be Annexed
The area proposed for annexation is located at approximately 10497 South 2340 West and is more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE CITY BOUNDARY LINE, WHICH POINT LIES SOUTH 0°46'33" EAST 587.62 FEET ALONG THE SECTION LINE AND EAST 503.45 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 9 SOUTH, RANGE 2 EAST, SALT LAKE BASE MERIDIAN; THENCE AS FOLLOWS: SOUTH 89°13'45" EAST 705.07 FEET ALONG AN EXISTING FENCE; THENCE SOUTH 0°46'15" WEST 321.42 FEET ALONG AN EXISTING FENCE; THENCE NORTH 89°13'45" WEST 1.61 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 0°57'43" WEST 334.38 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°05'45" WEST 633.83 FEET ALONG AN EXISTING FENCE; THENCE SOUTH 89°57'20" WEST 69.87 FEET ALONG A FENCE AND ITS EXTENSION; THENCE NORTH 0°22' 00" EAST 335.72 FEET ALONG AN EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY LINE; THENCE SOUTH 89°19'30" EAST 6.10 FEET ALONG THE EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY LINE; THENCE NORTH 0°20'32" EAST 319.60 FEET ALONG THE EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. AREA 10.60 ACRES Click here for map
Inspection and Copy of Petition
The complete annexation petition is available for inspection and copying at the City Recorder’s Office, located at 439 W Utah Avenue, Payson, Utah, during the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays.
City May Grant Petition and Annex Property Unless Protest Filed
The Payson City Council may grant the petition and annex the above-described property unless a written protest to the annexation petition is filed with the Utah County Boundary Commission, and a copy of the protest is delivered to the Payson City Recorder no later than Friday, June 11, 2021, which is 30 days after the Payson City Council’s receipt of the certification.
Where Protests May Be Filed
Protests shall be filed with the Utah County Boundary Commission, ATTN: Andrea Allen, Chair, at 100 E Center #1300, Provo, UT 84606 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. A copy of the protest must also be delivered to the Payson City Recorder’s Office at 439 W Utah Avenue, Payson, Utah, during the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays.
Who May File Protests
A protest to the annexation petition may be filed by the legislative body, a governing board of an affected entity, or “the owner of rural real property” according to UCA 10-2-407.
PUBLISHED ACCORDING TO UTAH CODE 10-2-406
BEGINNING MAY 12, 2021
Payson City Hours of Operation
Mon.-Thurs. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
After Hours Utility Emergencies:
For Power, Water, Sewer, Parks, Streets, and Storm Drain
Please Call 801-465-5270
Please Do Not Contact Us Through the Comments if There Is An Emergency, Please Call The Number Above if Our Office is Closed or Call Debbie at 801-465-5217 During Work Hours if There is a Utility or Garbage Issue.
News & Events:
The Utah Lake Commission is working with a team of student interns from BYU to evaluate the community interests in recreation offerings available at Utah Lake, with the hopes of working with partners to implement new activities and events in the future. Please complete a survey to collect data on people's interests.
Gladstan Golf Course
Gladstan Golf Course is located in Payson just 15 minutes south of Provo, Utah and boasts beautiful rolling fairways, plentiful bunkers, water and amazing views.
Enjoying eating at the Gladstan Grill before or after golfing. The food is delicious and the view is wonderful if you sit on the deck and look over the valley!
Curbside Recycling
Recycling is now available to Payson City Residents. Downloadable Information Sheet
Community Alert System
Get alerts about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, law enforcement activity, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.
Employment Opportunities
Are you looking for a great seasonal job?
Payson City has some wonderful
opportunities!
Payson City is currently recruiting for seasonal workers for the pool, golf course, cemetery, parks, streets, and city grounds.
Community Development Block Grant Survey
Recreation Department
Visit the Recreation Department website to sign up for sports and other recreational activities.
Payson & Santaquin Area Chamber of Commerce
Payson City Chamber of Commerce offers a strong network of businesses working together to keep consumers in our city. Businesses have the opportunity to invest in the community while also giving them a chance to increase their own business growth.
