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Proposition #8 (Salem residents)

The question on your ballot

Shall Salem, Utah (the “City”) be authorized to impose a sales and use tax of one-tenth of one percent (0.1%)to provide revenues for purposes related to Recreational (Including Parks), and Cultural Facilities and Organizations (commonly known as the “RAP TAX”)* within the City for a period of ten (10) years?

Note: The tax rate of one-tenth of one percent (0.1%) is equal to one cent ($0.01) for every ten dollars ($10.00) spent on sales tax-eligible purchases within Salem City.

Funds collected from this tax may be used for RAP capital improvements of publicaly owened or operated amenities such as, but not limited to:

• Long-term planning for recreation and parks; including playing fields and courts

• Upgrades for senior activities and facilities

• Arts and cultural programs & organizations

• Trails and pathways

• Improvements to parks, recreational spaces and programs

The ballot question above is copied from the 2026 General Election Candidate Certification, Utah County Clerk, Elections Division, page(s) 1. Utah's Voter Information Pamphlet prints an impartial analysis and arguments for statewide questions only.