Salt Lake County Mayor Proposes Property Tax Increase
A nearly 20% property tax increase was proposed by Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson in her 2026 budget proposal.
Mayor Wilson pitched the proposal to the Salt Lake County Council, stating that the increase equates to about $7.28 per household per month on average.
"After exhausting every other option, a property tax increase of 19.63% is necessary this year,"
Public comments expressed disappointment and frustration, with resident Dena Long saying
"I think it's insane"
Mayor Wilson proposed the increase as part of a "responsible, forward-looking, balanced budget".
Author's summary: Salt Lake County mayor proposes 20% property tax increase.