Liquified Petroleum Gas Board

UTAH STATE LPG BOARD
VIRTUAL MEETING
June 12, 2025, Meeting Minutes
APPROVED

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Greg Rynders, Chair
Tom Burkland
James Hoyt
Matthew Loe
LaNor Warby

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Terry Brown
David Reed

STAFF PRESENT
Ted Black, Utah State Fire Marshal
Jon Ritchie, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal
Marcus Yockey, Assistant Attorney General
Keenan Price, Assistant Attorney General
Justin Cheever
Keith Claybaker
Boyd Cook
Jana DeMille

OTHERS
There were no members of the public and/or other members of the fire service in attendance at this meeting. The attendance log is kept with the full record of the meeting.

1. The LP Gas Board Meeting called to order and welcome all by Chair, Greg Rynders.

2. A quorum is present.

3. Motion #1 – Approval of the minutes of the March 13, 2025 LP Gas Board meeting.
Motion to approve minutes by Tom Burkland. Second by: James Hoyt. Vote passed unanimously in favor.

4. Incident Reports: nothing to report

5. Report to the Board by Justin Cheever on the training by the Western Propane Association in Reno, NV. Justin highlighted new technologies such as an underground cathodic protection reporting system and new plastic composite piping for liquid transfer systems. They also discussed new regulator systems with replaceable cartridges. Justin reported they also gained new industry contacts. Keith Claybaker mentioned new meters on bobtail trucks that can ping propane levels in case of a rollover, although their cost might delay widespread adoption. Additionally, Justin noted that the Rocky Mountain Propane Association received a grant for first responder training, and PERC has new online training available. The State Fire Marshal’s prop is available to Rocky Mountain Propane Association for hands-on training.
6. Marcus Yockey, with assistance from Boyd Cook and team, presented updates to the liquid petroleum gas rule (R710-6-5). The revisions primarily involve updating antiquated terms and aligning the rule with current statutes, including clarifying definitions and sentence structures. Marcus noted the process for approval involves submitting it to Kim Gibbs, followed by a public comment period. A significant change involves the transition to electronic licensure, which necessitated removing certain requirements. Language regarding acceptable training in lieu of taking an exam was also updated. Another change was the removal of a provision for the board to issue penalties, clarifying that enforcement remains through statutory misdemeanors handled by the State Fire Marshal's office. LaNor Warby raised a concern about the lack of penalty provisions within the rule itself. Marcus clarified that statutory penalties still apply and are enforced by the State Fire Marshal's office.
LaNor Warby made a motion to approve the changes to R710-6-5. Motion was seconded by James Hoyt. Motion passed.

7. Report to the Board of Utah Legislative items, Ted Black, State Fire Marshal.
There are no legislative items to discuss. Ted commended the propane industry for its proactive approach to regulation over the years, leading to well-managed meetings and effective rules.

8. Old business: Greg Rynders asked for an update on the decals for propane dispensers. Justin stated they are at the printer.

9. New business: Keenan Price from the Attorney General’s office was introduced and he has been assigned to DPS.

10. Comments for Boyd Cook, by Ted Black, State Fire Marshal
Boyd Cook is retiring. Ted Black and other board members expressed their sincere gratitude and appreciation for Boyd Cook's many years of service to the propane industry and the State Fire Marshal's office, acknowledging his significant contributions and wishing him well in retirement. James Hoyt commended Boyd’s help and guidance. Matt Loe also offered thanks for Boyd’s years of service.

11. Public Comment (limit to 3 minutes):

12. Approval by the Board of a hybrid meeting to accommodate in-person and virtual attendance on September 11, 2025. Motion made by: James Hoyt; Seconded by: Matt Loe. The vote was unanimous in favor.
13. Meeting adjourned. Motion to adjourn by LaNor Warby, seconded by James Hoyt.



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UTAH STATE LPG BOARD
VIRTUAL MEETING
September 11, 2025, Meeting Minutes
PENDING APPROVAL

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Greg Rynders, Chair
Tom Burkland
David Reed
LaNor Warby

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Terry Brown
James Hoyt
Matthew Loe

STAFF PRESENT
Jon Ritchie, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal
Marcus Yockey, Assistant Attorney General
Justin Cheever
Keith Claybaker
Monica Butterfield

OTHERS
There was 1 member of the public and/or other members of the fire service in attendance at this meeting. The attendance log is kept with the full record of the meeting.

1. The LP Gas Board Meeting called to order and welcome all by Chair, Greg Rynders.

2. A quorum is present.

3. Motion #1 – Approval of the minutes for the June 12th, 2025 LP Gas Board meeting.
Motion to approve minutes by Tom Burkland. Second by: LaNor Warby. Vote passed unanimously in favor.

4. Incident Reports: 2 incidents reported by Justin Cheever. Incident 1 – Propane bobtail in Hatch, Utah reported 8/25/2025 at 3:45pm. Bobtail was struck by another vehicle traveling Southbound on Highway 89. No injuries reported, no loss of life reported, no loss of propane and both vehicles towed from the scene. Incident 2 – Installation of new underground tanks in Kanab Utah on 7/30/2025. Person installing the tanks bumped into the dome and broke the pressure relief valve, causing a leak. The power was shut off, the area was evacuated successfully, the leak was fixed with a wooden dowel, and the incident was handled properly. This resulted in a product loss of 200 gallons.


5. Report to the Board by Justin Cheever regarding the Rocky Mountain Propane fall meeting in Montana. This focused on training sessions for meter heads, underground cathodic protection, and vaporizers. Effective in 2026 all retail meters will be required to be temperature compensated and must be in compliance by 2030. Justin was voted as Utah’s representative for the Rocky Mountain Propane Association.

6. Old business: nothing to report

7. New business: nothing to report


8. Public Comment (limit to 3 minutes): nothing to report

9. Approval by the Board of a hybrid meeting to accommodate in-person and virtual attendance on December 11th, 2025. Motion made by LaNor Warby. Seconded by: Tom Burkland. The vote was unanimous in favor.
10. Meeting adjourned.


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UTAH STATE FIRE PREVENTION BOARD VIRTUAL MEETING

DATE 7/9/2024 Meeting Minutes APPROVED

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT

Coy Porter, Board Chair                                                                 Mike Owens

Chris Dawson, Vice Chair                                                               Mike Leishman

Joey Mittleman                                                                                 Russ Young

Chris Kimball                                                                                      Coty Chadburn

Joseph Decker

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT

Brett Ostler Patrick Tomasino

STAFF PRESENT                                                                                                 STAFF ABSENT

Ted Black, State Fire Marshal                                                                      Jana DeMille, Board Secretary Jon Ritchie, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal

Marcus Yockey, Assistant Attorney General

OTHERS

Members of the public and the fire service were in attendance at this meeting. The attendance log is kept with the full record of the meeting.

Item #1, Board meeting called to order by Board Chair Coy Porter. The meeting started at 8:30 A.M., over Google Meet and at the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Board Member Roll Call – quorum present.

Item #2, Approval of the March 12, 2024 board meeting minutes. Motion made by Mike Owens to approve the minutes; seconded by Russell Young. Motion carries.

Item #3, Approval of the May 14, 2024 board meeting minutes. Motion made by Chris Dawson to approve the minutes; seconded by Coty Chadburn. Motion carries.

Item #4, Report to the Board by Chief Scott Spencer, Chair, Utah Fire Service Certification Council. –

Given by Jolene Chamberlain

Item #5, Approval of recommendations from the Certification Council. Scott Spencer, Chair, Utah Fire Service Certification Council. – See item #8

Item #6, Report to the Board by Bradley Wardle, Director, Utah Fire & Rescue Academy. Given by Jolene Chamberlain

Item #7, Discussion on residential fireworks remote electronic ignition devices. Ted Black, Utah State Fire Marshal.

Item #8, Proposed changes to r710-16. “Rules Pursuant to Fire Service Certification and Non-Affiliated Accredited Firefighter Academies” Ted Black, Utah State Fire Marshal. Motion made by Mike Owens; seconded by Chris Dawson. Motion carries.

Item #9, New Business: Utah Osha Rule requirements

Item #10 Approval by the Board to conduct the September 10, 2024, Fire Prevention Board meeting virtually. Motion made by Cody Chatburn to approve the minutes; seconded by Joey Mittleman. Motion carries.

Item #11, Motion to adjourn – Mike Owens