2026-06-16 Council Business Session

The Cottonwood Heights City Council held a business session on June 16, 2026, focusing heavily on budgetary and procurement matters. Key actions included adopting an interim budget and approving a significant property tax increase of over 40% to address city funding needs, with discussions emphasizing transparency, cost-cutting measures, and the impact on residents. The council also approved multiple construction contracts for infrastructure improvements, including drainage and roadway projects on Staker Way and 27th East, as well as a crosswalk project on 30th East and Big Cottonwood Canyon Trail. Additionally, the council ratified a consulting agreement with Dunn and Associates for an engineering study of the historic Old Mill structure and approved vehicle repurchase and lease purchase agreements with Garff Enterprises and Zions Bancorporation for police and public works vehicles. Several appointments to the planning commission and parks, trails, and open space committee were also consented to, supporting ongoing community engagement and city planning efforts.