Trace the decisions and financial records linked to Payson's projects. A budget, bond ceiling, contract authorization and actual payment describe different things.
Payson's fiscal 2025 audit describes two economic development agreements that rebate sales and property taxes: one with 100 & Main, LLC capped at $391,968 or 20 years, and one with Parris RV capped at $1 million.
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The fiscal 2025 state compliance audit found that not all of Payson's cash accounts were reported on the deposit and investment report state law requires the treasurer to file. The city says it corrected the problem before the audit was issued.
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Payson adopted its fiscal 2027 budget 4-1 on June 17, on the condition that a $700,000 HVAC project and an $80,000 motocross study get further review before money is spent. In September, after the air conditioning stopped working, the council told staff to proceed with the repair using budgeted funds.
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Payson authorized up to $5 million in sewer revenue bonds in May to complete its sewer plant. Finance staff said about 64% of sewer operating revenue goes to debt service, and the audit's sewer coverage ratio for fiscal 2025 doesn't match the figures printed beside it.
The City Council voted 5-0 for public safety fees and 4-1 for a parks fee, which a consultant proposed at $9,021.14 per home. A transportation impact fee failed 2-3 on Oct. 7.
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UIA has proposed up to $25 million in new bonds for the fiber network it shares with UTOPIA. This guide explains how the two agencies’ books differ, what the records show, and what remains unconfirmed.
