The Third District Judicial Nominating Commission has scheduled a meeting for Jan. 4, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse, 450 South State. The purpose of the meeting is to nominate candidates to fill a vacancy that will result when Judge Pat Brian retires January 16, 2006.
The beginning of the meeting is open to the public at which time commission members will take public comment. The nominating commissions will not take testimony on individual applicants.
Following the public hearing, the meeting will be closed to allow commission members to begin the process of selecting a minimum of five candidates whose names will be forwarded to Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. to consider for appointment.
Individuals interested in appearing before the commissions should contact the Administrative Office of the Courts (801) 578-3800 to request an appointment.