Henrieville fire chief aims to cut the town's fire rating from Class 10 to Class 5, which could lower premiums by 45%
October 15, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
At its Oct. 15 meeting the Henrieville Town Board heard the fire chief's goal of moving the department's ISO rating from Class 10 to Class 5, which he said could cut insurance premiums by 45%. The board also granted a business license to a coffee seller and approved a $4,000 bid to remove three trees hanging over town roads, and learned the bridge has reopened.
From the approved minutes. Updated November 3, 2026.
In brief
6 items came up for a decision or discussion: 3 approved and 3 discussed.
The agenda records 1 dollar amount, the largest $4,000.
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6 members were present.
Residents raised fire insurance rating and water hookups.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Business license for American Backbone Coffee | Approved |
| Planning and Zoning | Discussed |
| Fire department and ISO rating | Approved |
| Water department | Discussed |
| Tree removal bid and UDOT help | Approved |
| Community development | Discussed |
Agenda, item by item
Item 1 · Other
Business license for American Backbone Coffee
Approved
The board added the request to the agenda and granted a business license to a couple who sell coffee and other products.
Item 2 · Other
Planning and Zoning
Discussed
A commission member asked whether the mayor had spoken with property owners who plan to place two 40-foot containers and want a water meter. Two commission members asked to be replaced; one will serve as a contact until replacements are found.
Item 3 · Public safety
Fire department and ISO rating
Approved
The fire chief said the engine has been repaired and handed out flyers showing the department's goal. The department's ISO rating is Class 10; he wants Class 5, which he said could lower residents' insurance premiums by 45%. Structure burns require certified staff, so he will work with a nearby department. Fuel receipts must be printed and signed, and the board approved letting a second firefighter get fuel when the chief is away.
Item 4 · Roads and utilities
Water department
Discussed
A resident asked for a culinary water hookup; the mayor said others are first in line and a board member said there is currently no water available where he is. An irrigation leak and a buried air-vac manhole were repaired.
Item 5 · Contract
Tree removal bid and UDOT help
Approved
A tree service bid $4,000 to remove three trees hanging over town roads and haul them away. The board agreed to hire the service and to ask UDOT for help with funding at the county's suggestion. The bridge is open again.
- Contract$4,000 to A-OK Tree Service
Item 6 · Other
Community development
Discussed
The town wants to put up main street lights for Christmas and will ask the county for funding. A waste contractor had not collected its dumpsters. The mayor and clerk will review town finances against the budget.
What residents said
Fire insurance ratingWater hookups