The Salt Lake City Council finalized the adoption of the City’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27) budget and approved the final property tax rate, according to a press release posted on August 11th, 2026.
Following a public Truth in Taxation hearing, the Council adopted a final budget totaling $2.1 billion.
The meeting provided community members with a formal opportunity to speak before the Council finalized the budget and tax rate.
Additionally, in a notice posted on June 25th, 2026, the Council stated they welcomed Governor Spencer Cox’s decision to prohibit personal fireworks statewide through July 5. This decision was made due to wildfires affecting communities across Utah and heightened risk from hot, dry conditions.
The Salt Lake City Council serves as the seven-member legislative branch for Utah’s capital city. The Council is responsible for setting the city's overall policy direction and allocating resources through the adoption of ordinances and annual budgets. The Council also serves as the Board of Directors for the Board of Canvassers, the Local Building Authority, and the Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency.
