Ogden Valley City Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Tax Increase
16 August 2026
Ogden Valley City held a public hearing on August 11, 2026, to receive community input on a proposed property tax increase proposed as part of the Truth in Taxation process.
Mayor Janet Wampler opened the meeting with welcoming remarks, followed by a brief presentation outlining the proposed budget. The hearing occurred as required under Utah's Truth in Taxation law, which mandates that cities seeking to raise property tax revenue above certain levels hold a public hearing and give residents the opportunity to comment before any final decision is made.
Ogden Valley City's participation in the Truth in Taxation process for the current tax cycle has been the subject of ongoing litigation. Despite that unresolved legal question, the City proceeded with the hearing to keep residents informed and to preserve their opportunity for input.
Consistent with standard rules governing public hearings, the Council and Mayor did not respond to comments or questions during the meeting. This format is intended to ensure that public hearings remain focused on gathering community input rather than debate.
A written summary of the questions raised, along with responsive answers, is currently being prepared. Once complete, it will be made available to the public through the City's website (ogdenvalley.gov), the Ogden Valley News website, and email. For those wanting to sign up for city emails, please submit your name and email address to the Info button at the ogdenvalley.gov homepage.
16 August 2026
Ogden Valley City held a public hearing on August 11, 2026, to receive community input on a proposed property tax increase proposed as part of the Truth in Taxation process.
Mayor Janet Wampler opened the meeting with welcoming remarks, followed by a brief presentation outlining the proposed budget. The hearing occurred as required under Utah's Truth in Taxation law, which mandates that cities seeking to raise property tax revenue above certain levels hold a public hearing and give residents the opportunity to comment before any final decision is made.
Ogden Valley City's participation in the Truth in Taxation process for the current tax cycle has been the subject of ongoing litigation. Despite that unresolved legal question, the City proceeded with the hearing to keep residents informed and to preserve their opportunity for input.
Consistent with standard rules governing public hearings, the Council and Mayor did not respond to comments or questions during the meeting. This format is intended to ensure that public hearings remain focused on gathering community input rather than debate.
A written summary of the questions raised, along with responsive answers, is currently being prepared. Once complete, it will be made available to the public through the City's website (ogdenvalley.gov), the Ogden Valley News website, and email. For those wanting to sign up for city emails, please submit your name and email address to the Info button at the ogdenvalley.gov homepage.