Truth in Taxation Hearing 8/4/2026

The Canyons Board of Education held a Truth in Taxation hearing on August 4, 2026, to discuss a proposed property tax increase aimed at addressing inflationary pressures and funding needs within the district. Business Administrator Leon Wilcox presented the rationale for the tax increase, including a 0.006 per $1,000 rate hike to provide a 0.75% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for employees, fund two new teachers for the upcoming Innovation Center, and shift $4.5 million from debt service to capital revenues for elementary school renovations. Public comments included support for the COLA to retain staff and concerns about tax burdens and instructional time. The board discussed the impact of state income tax cuts on local funding and the necessity of the increase to maintain educational quality and staff retention. After deliberation, the board unanimously approved the tax rate increase and the 2026-2027 budget, allocating $2.37 million for operations and $4.5 million for capital projects, including school renovations and employee compensation adjustments.