As of the City of Eagle Mountain's 2026 State of the City address delivered on March 12, 2026, Zachory Huish was welcomed as a new member of the City Council.
During a special session of the Eagle Mountain City Council held on August 6, 2026, Zachory Huish was present as an elected official. During that session, the council held a public hearing regarding a proposed property tax increase. According to the minutes from that August 6, 2026, special session, the meeting was called to order by Mayor Jared R. Gray at 6:02 PM. The meeting included a public comment period that opened at 6:07 PM and closed at 9:00 PM, during which residents provided testimony regarding the financial impact of the proposed tax increase on property owners.
Following the public hearing, the City Council moved to vote on Resolution R-(a2-2026, which was adopted on August 18, 2026. This resolution approved a property tax increase above the certified tax rate for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. According to the resolution's voting record, Zachory Huish voted "no" on this measure. The resolution noted that the approved rate exceeds the certified tax rate of 0.000530 set by the Utah State Tax Commission for fiscal year 2026-2027 and would result in an increase in the City's ad valorem property tax budgeted revenue of approximately $2,132,876 or growth.
In the 2026 State of the City address, Mayor Jared Gray identified the current members of the council as Melissa Clark, Rich Wood, Zachory Huish, Craig Whiting, and Brett Wright. The Mayor noted that the city has grown rapidly, with a population of 76,695 residents as of January 2026, according to the Mayor's address. This growth, the Mayor stated, brings both opportunity and real challenges for the community.
Residents encounter the work of the City Council through various public channels. The City Council holds meetings, such as the special session on August 6, 2026, where the public is given a reasonable opportunity to present oral testimony. The council also communicates through official resolutions and public hearings regarding fiscal matters like the property tax rate. The city's official website and local news outlets like the Daily Herald also serve as avenues for notices regarding proposed tax increases and other city business.
What this means for Eagle Mountain
For Eagle Mountain residents, the actions of the City Council, including votes by members like Zachory Huish, directly influence local fiscal policy. As seen in the August 2026 resolution, council decisions determine the property tax rates that impact the city's budgeted revenue and the financial obligations of local property owners.
