The Board of Davis County Commissioners met Oct. 14 for a regular meeting highlighted by employee recognition, budget adjustments, and notice of a forthcoming Truth-in-Taxation hearing .
Commissioners honored county employees reaching five-, 10-, and 30-year service milestones across multiple departments, including the Sheriff’s Office, Health, Human Resources, Information Systems, Library, and Public Works. Several department heads praised employees for professionalism, adaptability during the pandemic, and innovative approaches to public service.
The commission formally announced a Truth-in-Taxation hearing scheduled for Dec. 2 to discuss a proposed property tax increase of up to $12.7 million, or 29.97% above the 2025 budgeted revenues. Commissioners emphasized that the percentage represents a statutory maximum and that multiple open houses would be held to gather public input .
Among approved actions, commissioners authorized funding for the Davis County Interfaith Christmas Program, approved a long-term agreement with PepsiCo to place vending machines and sponsorships at Western Sports Park, and adopted a resolution for additional budget appropriations that do not increase the overall county budget. Adjustments included library debt service, legal defense costs, and a required contribution to the West Davis Corridor project.
The commission also approved several public health grant agreements, technology subscriptions, library consortium access, and equipment purchases for the new Emergency Operations Center, which is expected to open in mid-December. Numerous consent items related to Western Sports Park events, library contracts, and senior services were also approved.
The meeting concluded with reminders about upcoming municipal elections and encouragement for residents to participate in local civic processes. The meeting adjourned at 11:01 a.m.