The city has moved all departmental fees into one easy-to-read section of the city code. This doesn't change what you pay, but makes it much easier to find information.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
Implementing a cost-sharing model could recover $800,000 to $900,000 annually.
Brigham City taxpayers will see a more equitable distribution of emergency service costs.
Neighboring communities or residents outside city limits may face new fees for emergency services.
Brigham City residents are currently paying for ambulance services used by neighboring communities. The city is looking at ways to charge for these services to make them more fair.
The city has moved all departmental fees into one easy-to-read section of the city code. This doesn't change what you pay, but makes it much easier to find information.
The city transfers 12% of utility revenue to the general fund to pay for police, fire, and parks. Residents are split on whether this is a smart way to fund services or if it hides the true cost of city government.
The city is adjusting electric rates for the upcoming year, including the removal of the PPAC fee, which should lower costs for residents.
The city is finalizing a multi-year rate plan to keep electricity affordable while covering infrastructure costs. Residents should note that while the PPAC fee is going away, recycling costs may rise.
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