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June 11, 2026 Meeting Recap

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June 11, 2026 Meeting Recap
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The Council continued its review of the proposed FY27 budget, discussing options to balance the City's finances while reducing impacts on residents, and welcomed District 4 Council Member Jennifer Napier-Pearce to her first work session.

Meeting Highlights

FY27 Budget Update

The Council held a discussion centered on how to best mitigate the impact on residents of property tax and utility rate increases while balancing the city’s budget and long-term financial stability. Various departments and specific projects were discussed, including:

HIVE Pass Programming

Landscape Exchange Program

Public Safety Programs and Equipment

Expanding SLC Fire’s CHAT Program

Food Resiliency support options

Public Utilities Assistance Program to offset water costs for home gardens

Public Facilities Equipment and Systems

Upgrades and Repairs, including HVAC and septic maintenance at a city park

City Leadership Travel and Conference Attendance

Funding for tree maintenance

The Council will continue the discussion next week as it works towards adopting the budget on Tuesday, June 16. Share your input any time before Tuesday by emailing Council.Comments@slc.gov, calling 801-535-7654, or visiting tinyurl.com/CommentSLC.

Learn More About the FY27 Budget

Watch the Discussion

First Work Session with Your New District 4 Representative

Council member Jennifer Napier-Pearce joined the Council for her first work session as the District 4 representative after being appointed earlier this week at the Tuesday council meeting.

Learn More About the New District 4 Council Member

Next Council Meeting

Tuesday, June 16

The Council meets at 2 p.m. for their work session. The formal meeting for the C.R.A., Local Building Authority, and City Council begins at 7 p.m. and ends upon the conclusion of items listed on the agenda.

The next opportunity for public comment is Tuesday, July 14, at 7 p.m.

Note: 200 E between 400 and 500 S will be closed June 12 through 23 for the Utah Arts Festival. If you are attending the meeting in person, please use the City Library parking garage and request a parking validation from Council staff. The garage can be accessed from 400 or 500 S between 200 and 300 E. ADA parking is available along 500 S, south of the City & County Building.

*Please confirm meeting times and agenda items 24 hours in advance*

2026 Meeting Schedule

Learn How to Participate in Meetings

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