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Grand County Issues Announcements Regarding Taxes and Local Jobs

By Utah News Staff · August 26, 2026 · 1 min read
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Grand County Issues Announcements Regarding Taxes and Local Jobs
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Grand County has announced several updates including a property tax increase hearing and upcoming community meetings.

Key takeaways

  • A property tax increase hearing occurred on August 12, 2026.
  • Grand County is seeking applicants for a Planning Commission Clerk and a Building Maintenance/Groundskeeper.
  • Grand County Commission candidates will meet with the public on August 27 at 6:30 PM at the Town Building.
  • The CV Library will be unstaffed through September 1, 2026, but self service is available.

A property tax increase hearing took place on August 12, 2026. The session featured a lively and informative discussion.

Grand County is currently accepting applications for the positions of Planning Commission (PLUC) Clerk and Building Maintenance/Groundskeeper.

An opportunity to talk to Grand County Commission candidates is scheduled for August 27 at 6:30 PM at the Town Building.

The CV Library public Wi-Fi is now powered during outages for Internet and Wi-Fi calling, with the password posted on the front door.

Additionally, the CV Library will be unstaffed through Tuesday, September 1, 2026, though self service remains available.

The announcements include information regarding fall hours and library services.

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