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Making Sense of Dollars


Description: A Guide to Local Government Finance in Utah? describes in great detail the revenue and financing options available for Utah?s cities and towns. Each chapter includes policy issues to be considered when evaluating the revenue and financing options discussed. This book is a valuable, and hopefully clear, resource that will help policy makers and citizens navigate the budget process.

Price: $30.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $40.00 for non-members

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2010 Local Government Directory


Description: Our most popular annual publication that includes so many details about every city and town in Utah that we lost count. And for no extra cost we include great stuff about counties, the state and even special service districts. Published every April, give or take a month.

Price: $20.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $30.00 for non-members

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Land Use Training Handbook


Description: Yep, this is the same handbook that our very own Meg Ryan distributes when she does her fancy land use trainings around the state. It's a great resource for planning commissioners, city/town council members, and frankly anyone who wants a better understanding of land use planning in Utah.

Price: $15.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $25.00 for non-members

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2010 Powers and Duties


Description: The Powers and Duties Guide for Municipal Officials is an excellent resource for the active municipal official. The intent of the guide book is to explain the powers and duties of municipal officials in the context of the Utah Municipal Code.

Price: $30.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $40.00 for non-members

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Planning Commission and Land Use Authority Handbook


Description: While nothing can guarantee great results from a planning commission, this book should provide the information that will enable your planning commission to do their job legally and ethically. Published in 2007. Updated as needed based on changes to state law.

Price: $10.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $15.00 for non-members

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Handbook for Appeal Authorities


Description: This text attempts to explain the responsibilities and, more importantly, the restrictions on Appeal Authorities. It examines the legal criteria that the Authority must adhere to, explains the differences in its responsibilities, as well as the limits of the Authority. Published in 2007. Updated as needed based on changes to state law.

Price: $10.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $15.00 for non-members

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The Planning Commissioners Guide to Streets and Roads


Description: This book provides in layman terms all you ever wanted and need to know about road design, street improvements and traffic. Published in 2005.

Price: $7.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $10.00 for non-members

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Citizen Planner's Guide to Subdivision Development


Description: The subdivision approval process is one of the most difficult tasks assigned to the Planning Commission. This publication helps guide citizen planners, elected officials, and staff, in evaluating the impact of development. Published in 2007. Updated as needed based on changes to state law.

Price: $20.00 for Members & Government Agencies, $30.00 for non-members