Cache County Council Regular Meeting – 09-23-2026

The Cache County Council held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, focusing extensively on budget discussions and related procurement matters. The council reviewed the tentative county budget, noting a $2.4 million decrease in the general fund primarily due to personnel cost reductions and a 3.5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. Key budget variables included health insurance costs and the formation of a new fire district, which introduced a new levy for fire and EMS services. The council discussed the separation of fire department functions and personnel, with some services expected to be fee-based or contracted through the fire district. The council also approved a budget opening with 39 line items, including reallocations for expert witness costs and new hires funded by opioid settlement money. Additionally, the council approved property tax adjustments recommended by the Board of Equalization and considered a proposed property tax increase by the Cache Fire District, expressing sentiments on the complex transition to the new fire service model. Other procurement-related actions included approval of vehicle leases for the sheriff's office and recording grant revenues for fire services. The council also passed a rezoning ordinance and moved into executive session to discuss a financial proposal related to land development by a political subdivision.