City Council Meeting — Special Session — Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing — August 6, 2026

The Eagle Mountain City Council held a special session on August 6, 2026, focused on a Truth-in-Taxation public hearing regarding a proposed property tax increase. The meeting featured extensive public commentary, with many residents expressing strong opposition to the proposed 220% tax increase, citing concerns about affordability, transparency, and the allocation of funds. The council explained that the increase is intended to fully fund the sheriff's contract through property taxes, thereby freeing up sales tax revenue for other city needs such as infrastructure and staffing. The council acknowledged past underfunding and the challenges posed by rapid population growth and limited revenue from new developments due to state-imposed tax rate caps. After deliberation, the council voted unanimously to approve a reduced property tax rate increase of 0.0015, resulting in approximately $5.6 million in additional revenue for fiscal year 2026-2027. The council also discussed the need for improved communication and future policy to manage tax increases more gradually and transparently.