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Welcome to TropicTropic, one of three small communities nestled in the valley of the red cliffs of Bryce Canyon National Park, a community, whose name reflects the beautiful fruit blossoms in the spring, green grass of summer, and the brilliant colors of fall. The climate is relatively mild, with the last frost usually occurring in the latter part of April and begins freezing in Mid-October. Winter bring cold temperature and snowfall.
Tropic is centered in some of the most beautiful scenery in the Western United States. Located in Garfield County on Utah's All American Road and Scenic Byway 12, just off Utah Heritage Highway 89 south of the City of Panguitch. In addition to Bryce Canyon, there are three state parks and a national monument all within a few miles; Kodachrome Basin, Escalante Petrified Forest, Anasazi Indian Village and the Grand Staircase National Monument. From its humble beginnings in 1892 with approximately 15 families, Tropic has prospered to a thriving community of over 550 residents; and continues to enjoy the benefits of country living. News & Announcements
Fire Restriction Order Due to current and forecasted weather conditions coupled with the extremely dry conditions it has been determined that measures must be taken to prevent the ignition of forest and rangeland fires. Therefore Tropic Town has prohibited the following acts in the areas described:
The following persons are exempted from the above prohibitions: 1. Persons with a permit or waiver specifically authorizing a specified act at a specific location. 2. Any on-duty firefighter in the performance of an official duty. ***** Area Description: The entire incorporated Tropic Town boundaries Designated firework area: The little league field (INSIDE THE FENCED AREA) at the Ball Fields will be the designated fireworks area that fireworks will be allowed to be ignited between July 2nd-5th & July 21st – 25thfrom 9 PM to 11 PM only. ONLY fireworks that are approved by the Utah State Fire Marshal will be allowed to be ignited. Effective Date: 2:00 P.M * June 9th, 2022 Dani Harding Tropic Town Clerk
Tropic Town is accepting applications for a full time maintenance worker. Job Description: Performance in a variety of tasks involving parks and recreation, water/sewer, and other areas assigned by the city . *Full job description available upon request.
Pay: Depends on experience Skills: CDL Required (willing to train)
Applications are available at the Town Office. If you have any questions, please contact the Tropic Town Office 435-679-8713.
Water Billing Tropic Town New Meters offer online water monitoring ~ Create an account at EYEONWater.com . Eye on Water is a service that give you direct access to your water usage details and provided tools to help you use water more efficiently. Contact the town office for additional information and your account numbers. US Forest Service Fire Restrictions Effective May 26, 2021 and shall remain in effect until January 2022 or until revoked. Tropic Town Fire Restriction Order SR12 Road Project: http://www.udot.utah.gov/sr12corridor/ TROPIC TOWN RESIDENTS Utah Governor Gary Herbert has recommended the implementation of several precautionary measures across the state of Utah to help slow the spread of novel Coronavirus; these recommendations are made in conjunction with the Utah COVID-19 Community Task Force and local health departments. In response to the Governor's recommendations, daily operations of Tropic Town will continue as directed. For State and Local Updates and Information on the Corona Virus please visit: Garfield County Residents: Our communities are being negatively impacted by a significant amount of Construction and Demolition material being placed in the County dumpsters. This is a reminder ~ ONLY HOUSEHOLD garbage should be placed in these containers. NO batteries, paint, motor oils, or liquids of any kind are to be placed in these containers! These items are to be disposed of properly. Also, The bin located in the Maintenance yard is NOT for household use ~ only appliances and other scrap metal items. Please haul discarded items such as mattresses, boards, and other unwanted items to the County landfill. A $50 fine will be issued for the misuse of this service.Individuals and businesses doing any construction is required to have an onsite container for construction/demolition waste materials. Ordinances are in place ~ any VIOLATION is publishable as a Class C Misdemeanor and subject to fines. (Garfield County Ordinance #2007-4 & Tropic Town Ordinance #4142009) We ask for your cooperation and be respectful using the County's services properly. |
Local Information![]() Tropic Town Office Hours 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Codes & Ordinance * Planning Commission 1st Tuesday @ 6 p.m. Agenda request must be made by Wednesday before 1:00 p.m. *Town Board Meeting 2nd Thursday @ 6 p.m. Fee Schedule Water Billing Water Bills are due the last day of each month. A $200 fee shall be applied for the disconnection and re-connection of services due to non-payment of water. Water Quality Report 2019 2022 Dog License Spayed/Neutered $10 Non-Spayed/Neutered $35 Senior Citizen Center Lunch ~ Order by 10 am Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 435-679-8666 Thrift Store * Panguitch Open: Monday - Saturday 10 am to 5 pm Daughters of the Utah Pioneers 3rd Monday of each month Tropic Heritage Center 435-679-8530 * 3:00 p.m. AA Meetings Wednesdays * 6:00 p.m. Tropic Town Heritage Center 20 North Main Contact Randall 435-679-8442 Alcohol Addition Resources Canyon Creek Services Addictions HEAT Assistance In addition to assistance with heating and cooling, HEAT helps eligible households with WATER assistance on a limited basis. Apply on line: sealapp.utah.gov Questions: 435-676-1411 Driver's License Renewal Garfield County Office DMV Panguitch - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Garfield County Landfill No Personal Vegetation Control Burn June 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020 Contact Fire Chief Ron Harris 435-616-8834 ![]() |
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