Tax Increment Financing
Summary
Heber City is considering a $20 million tax break for a new mixed-use development. It’s a big deal because that’s money that won't be going toward our roads, schools, or other city services for a while.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city is allocating $60,000 in TAP tax funds for various community arts projects.
Local arts organizations and residents who attend community events.
Residents on fixed incomes or those already struggling with the rising cost of living in Heber.
Mentions & discussions (7)
MIDAS touch
Utah lawmakers created the Military Installation Development Authority in 2007 for a narrow purpose: helping installations like Hill Air Force Base put underused land to work. Nearly two decades later, MIDA has become something else — a state-controlled authority that can override local governments, sidestep environmental review, divert tax dollars from schools and counties, and […]
Heber leaders hesitant to let Highlands developer levy special tax
Heber leaders hesitant to let Highlands developer levy special tax KPCW
City Council - Jun 2, 2026
The city is considering letting its trail tax money be used for trails outside of Heber City to help the whole valley.
City Council - May 8, 2026
The city is considering a 5.20% property tax increase to help cover rising costs for city services and operations.
City Council - May 5, 2026
The city is considering a 5.2% property tax hike to keep up with inflation. Residents are worried about the cost of living and want the city to cut spending instead.
Mixed-use development in Heber City pitches tax-sharing proposal worth $20M
Mixed-use development in Heber City pitches tax-sharing proposal worth $20M Park Record
Heber City considers tax sharing proposal to support New London development
Heber City considers tax sharing proposal to support New London development KPCW
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