Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Payson City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues with critical priority
Rising power bills and the EDAM market
Power bills jumped this summer due to the new regional EDAM market, a broken Nebo plant turbine, high heat driving up usage, and construction delays on the city's new power plant. Fixes are coming — the turbine returns around Christmas, a costly contract ends in April 2027, and the new plant should stabilize costs — but residents on fixed incomes are feeling it now, with the shutoff list at 67 customers.
Interchange infrastructure funding and WIFIA deadline
Interchange design is about 80% complete with drainage issues being worked out, and UDOT won't let the city remove steel pipe from Main Street drive approaches, frustrating residents. The project has a new manager, Steven Loveland.