Kaysville City Council Work Session - May 01, 2026

The Kaysville City Council held a work session on May 1, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing the city's proposed budget, with an emphasis on enterprise funds such as water, electric, sanitation, and storm water services. The council discussed a proposed 31.24% revenue increase in property tax, which translates to about a $14.80 monthly increase for the average resident, matching the amount approved last year but not enacted by the state. They also reviewed proposed rate increases for utilities, including a 5% revenue increase in power rates, with most of the burden shifted to commercial users to avoid heavily impacting residents. Capital improvement projects were highlighted, including a scaled-back $6.4 million operations center and necessary upgrades to the fuel island to meet state standards. The council debated the sustainability of current funding levels, the use of fund balances, and the need for better communication to residents about how rate increases fund specific projects. Additionally, the council discussed contracting for a public information officer to improve transparency and the upcoming fire impact fee design contract. A follow-up work session was scheduled to further address budget concerns and spending priorities. No formal votes were recorded during this session, but several action items related to budget adjustments, vendor contracts, and scheduling future meetings were identified.