West Valley City Council

August 11, 2026 · Adopted 6–1

Raised West Valley City's property tax rate to .002694 (4.93% more revenue)

Resolution 26-89: FY2026-27 final budget and the 2026 tax rate (.002694, up from .002647), after a Truth in Taxation hearing

Moved by Lars Nordfelt, seconded by Scott Harmon.

What was said

• The county's notice listed $1,949,129 more a year, for nine new firefighters and pay increases, about $32 a year for an average home.
• Tom Huynh said the city could be run without a property tax increase. The minutes record the result as "Majority"; the roll call is 6–1.

Summarized from the official minutes. Read or watch the meeting to hear each side in full.

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