Lehi council adopts final property tax rate 5-0 after residents object
August 16, 2022, 7:00 p.m. · Lehi City Council Chamber, 153 N. 100 E., Lehi
After a Truth in Taxation hearing at which six residents spoke against raising the rate, the council voted 5-0 to adopt the final city property tax rate. Members said the increase would keep up with inflation and pay for essential services including police. Council Members Chris Condie and Katie Koivisto joined virtually.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Truth in Taxation hearing and final tax rate (Resolution 2022-72) | Approved · 5-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Item 2 · Taxes and fees
Truth in Taxation hearing and final tax rate (Resolution 2022-72)
Approved · 5-0
Finance Director Dean Lundell presented the proposed rate and how property tax rates are calculated and collected. Six residents spoke. Nick Franklin asked the council not to raise taxes, citing utility rate increases and seniors on fixed incomes, and suggested a senior rebate. Gavin Howard also cited utility increases and said new residents should pay for added police. Michelle Stallings said sales tax revenue has grown and the city should show restraint. Sandra Vanbloom suggested fees with an end date after projects are finished. Keith Campbell said he feels priced out and that employee raises are not needed. Beverly Johnson asked for alternatives. Council Members Koivisto, Hancock, Southwick, Albrecht and Condie spoke; they said the increase keeps pace with inflation, funds needed police officers and essential services, and that Condie wanted to look at easing the impact on seniors. Mayor Mark Johnson said it would maintain current service levels. The council adopted the final rate; the rate is not stated in the minutes.
- FeeAmount not given
What residents said
Property tax increaseUtility rate increasesSeniors on fixed incomesCost of living
Nick Franklin, Gavin Howard, Michelle Stallings, Sandra Vanbloom and Keith Campbell opposed the increase, citing utility rate increases, seniors on fixed incomes, sales tax growth and affordability; Beverly Johnson thanked the city and asked for creative alternatives.