Summary
The city is proposing a property tax hike for the next fiscal year. This will affect how much you pay in taxes, so it's a good time to ask why the increase is needed.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 18
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Enables collection of previously approved property tax revenues for municipal operations.
City government operations funded by property tax revenues.
Residents on fixed incomes and homeowners struggling with inflation.
Mentions & discussions (9)
City Council - Sep 15, 2026
City officials announced that the state tax commission formally approved Draper's truth-in-taxation tax increase process following a rigorous documentation review.
Public Hearing: Truth in Taxation - Aug 12, 2026
The city is proposing a 25% property tax hike to cover rising costs for police, fire, and park maintenance. Residents are worried about the impact on their household budgets.
Notice of Public Hearing: Final Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Notice of Public Hearing: Final Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget City of Draper (.gov)
NOTICE OF PROPOSED TAX INCREASE - CITY OF DRAPER - UTAH COUNTY
NOTICE OF PROPOSED TAX INCREASE - CITY OF DRAPER - UTAH COUNTY City of Draper (.gov)
Property Tax Increase Proposal
Property Tax Increase Proposal City of Draper (.gov)
City Council - Jun 9, 2026
The city is proposing a property tax rate increase for the upcoming fiscal year. This is a formal disclosure required by state law.
City Council - Jun 2, 2026
The city is proposing a property tax hike for the next fiscal year. A public hearing is set for August to discuss the impact on residents.
Property Tax
Property Tax City of Draper (.gov)
Truth in Taxation - Aug 13, 2025
The city is proposing to keep the tax rate the same even though a bond has been paid off. This means residents will continue paying the same amount, but the money will go to general city operations instead of the bond.
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