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Cache County Fire District Proposes $4.2 Million Tax Increase

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The Cache County Fire Protection District is proposing a property tax increase that could result in an additional $4,200,000 in annual revenue. A public hearing to discuss the proposal and its reasons is scheduled for Nov. 16, 2026.

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  • The Cache County Fire Protection District proposes increasing property tax revenue by $4,200,000 annually.
  • A residential tax on a $545,000 home would rise from $0 to $105.21 per year.
  • A business tax on a $545,000 business would rise from $0 to $191.30 per year.
  • A public hearing for comments is scheduled for Nov. 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Logan.

The Cache County Fire Protection District is proposing an increase to its property tax revenue, according to an October 19 statement. If the proposed budget is approved, the district would receive an additional $4,200,000 in property tax revenue per year.

The proposed tax increase would change the amount paid on specific properties. For a $545,000 residence, the tax would increase from $0 to $105.21 per year. For a $545,000 business, the tax would increase from $0 to $191.30 per year.

If the budget is approved, the Cache County Fire Protection District would increase its property tax budgeted revenue by 100% above last year's property tax budgeted revenue, excluding eligible new growth.

The district is inviting all concerned citizens to a public hearing to hear comments regarding the proposed tax increase and to explain the reasons for the increase. Residents have the option to participate in the hearing either in person or virtually.

The public hearing is scheduled for Nov. 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Cache County Council Chambers located at 199 N Main in Logan. Instructions for virtual participation will be available at https://cachecounty.gov/fire/tax-increase.html no later than 24 hours before the hearing is scheduled to begin.

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