The Utah Association of Counties (UAC) is a voluntary, state-wide organization operated by the 29 counties of Utah. UAC was formed in 1924 to help counties provide effective county governance to the people of Utah. UAC offers a broad range of management and intergovernmental relations services to county commissioners and other county officials. UAC's purpose is to improve the operation of Utah's county governments and thereby, the services counties provide to their residents.

The Utah Association of Counties is dedicated to:

1. Securing state and federal legislation and administrative action that is beneficial to the counties of Utah and to county residents.
2. Providing forums whereby county policy can be formulated so as to represent the interest of all counties and all elected offices in county government.
3. Assuring the continuance of a single, unified, strong voice for county governments in Utah.
4. Enhancing the professionalism and performance of public responsibilities of county officials and county governments.