Ogden Valley City Begins Work on Its FY 2027 Budget
Here’s what Utah law requires — and how residents can be part of it
11 April 2026
Ogden Valley City has begun building its budget for the fiscal year that runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Utah law sets out clear steps every city must follow, giving residents a chance to see the plan, ask questions, and speak up before anything is final. Mayor Wampler will discuss budget and finance matters at each regular City Council meeting throughout the process.
To create its first-ever full-year budget, Ogden Valley is required to go through Utah’s Truth-in-Taxation (TNT) process. That’s because this year is the first time the city will levy property taxes. For existing cities (and other taxing bodies), the TNT process is the only way they can increase the total amount of revenue they collect from property taxes, even if individual home valuation and the valuation of the entire community go up. For the new city, it is mandatory.
The following is a summary of the budget process designed to keep residents informed. Statements made here are intended to be an overview. The actual process is spelled out in detail in the Utah Code (Utah Code Ann. § 59 2 919).
Why This Matters
This budget process affects everyday life in Ogden Valley because it determines two things residents care about most: the services the new city can provide and the cost of those services. FY 2027 will be the first-year residents see an Ogden Valley City property tax line in their tax statements from the county. The Truth in Taxation steps provide residents with information that leads to the final budget and city property taxes. This is also the best window for residents to influence priorities—public safety, road and snow maintenance, code enforcement, or basic city administration—by asking questions, requesting clearer numbers, and sharing what matters most before the budget and tax rate are locked in.
The Budget Calendar: April Through September:
April — Draft Budget
The city prepares a draft budget and shares it with the city council. The city’s outside CPA firm will review what the city needs and how much money it expects to have. This will lead to a discussion of whether expected revenues will be adequate to cover expenses, and an early assessment of whether a property tax increase may be needed.
May — Going Public
June — Public Hearing and Interim Budget
August — The Truth-in-Taxation Hearing
This is the main public event. The law sets strict rules about what must occur at the meeting and ensures that residents have an opportunity to voice their views. After public comment, the council may vote to adopt the final tax rate and budget, subject to Tax Commission review.
September — Making It Official
By September 1, the city adopts the final budget and tax rate and files all necessary documents. Shortly after that, the Utah Tax Commission certifies the rate, after verifying that all requirements in the TNT process have been satisfied.
Conclusion
This is a simplification of the highly detailed TNT process. By following these steps, Ogden Valley will ensure transparency and accountability for its first full fiscal year budget.
Here’s what Utah law requires — and how residents can be part of it
11 April 2026
Ogden Valley City has begun building its budget for the fiscal year that runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Utah law sets out clear steps every city must follow, giving residents a chance to see the plan, ask questions, and speak up before anything is final. Mayor Wampler will discuss budget and finance matters at each regular City Council meeting throughout the process.
To create its first-ever full-year budget, Ogden Valley is required to go through Utah’s Truth-in-Taxation (TNT) process. That’s because this year is the first time the city will levy property taxes. For existing cities (and other taxing bodies), the TNT process is the only way they can increase the total amount of revenue they collect from property taxes, even if individual home valuation and the valuation of the entire community go up. For the new city, it is mandatory.
The following is a summary of the budget process designed to keep residents informed. Statements made here are intended to be an overview. The actual process is spelled out in detail in the Utah Code (Utah Code Ann. § 59 2 919).
Why This Matters
This budget process affects everyday life in Ogden Valley because it determines two things residents care about most: the services the new city can provide and the cost of those services. FY 2027 will be the first-year residents see an Ogden Valley City property tax line in their tax statements from the county. The Truth in Taxation steps provide residents with information that leads to the final budget and city property taxes. This is also the best window for residents to influence priorities—public safety, road and snow maintenance, code enforcement, or basic city administration—by asking questions, requesting clearer numbers, and sharing what matters most before the budget and tax rate are locked in.
The Budget Calendar: April Through September:
April — Draft Budget
The city prepares a draft budget and shares it with the city council. The city’s outside CPA firm will review what the city needs and how much money it expects to have. This will lead to a discussion of whether expected revenues will be adequate to cover expenses, and an early assessment of whether a property tax increase may be needed.
May — Going Public
- The mayor will present the budget and announce any proposed property tax increase.
- Between May 1 and June 13, the city must also state at a public meeting the purpose of any proposed increase and confirm that a public hearing will be held before any vote.
June — Public Hearing and Interim Budget
- In June: A public hearing is held on the draft budget.
- Before June 22: The council adopts a proposed tax rate — this is not the final rate. The final decision comes after the August public hearing.
- By June 30: The city adopts a temporary budget (an interim budget) so it can keep operating after July 1 until final state approval.
August — The Truth-in-Taxation Hearing
This is the main public event. The law sets strict rules about what must occur at the meeting and ensures that residents have an opportunity to voice their views. After public comment, the council may vote to adopt the final tax rate and budget, subject to Tax Commission review.
September — Making It Official
By September 1, the city adopts the final budget and tax rate and files all necessary documents. Shortly after that, the Utah Tax Commission certifies the rate, after verifying that all requirements in the TNT process have been satisfied.
Conclusion
This is a simplification of the highly detailed TNT process. By following these steps, Ogden Valley will ensure transparency and accountability for its first full fiscal year budget.