FY 2026-2027 Tentative Budget and Property Tax Increase
Murray City
Summary
Mayor Brett Hales presented a tentative $66 million general fund budget that includes a 9.8 percent property tax rate increase. The extra revenue will fund police officers, firefighters' pay bumps, and rising health insurance costs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
The 9.8 percent property tax increase will cost the owner of a median $600,000 home about $3.80 per month ($45.60 annually).
City employees, police officers, and firefighters will receive cost-of-living adjustments and pay range increases, while residents benefit from maintained service levels.
Taxpayers face higher property tax bills amidst rising living costs.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Murray City, Live — August 11, 2026
The city is raising property taxes to pay for police and fire department raises and to hire a new officer. Residents are split, with some supporting the need for safety services and others suggesting the city look for alternative funding sources.
Murray leaders consider property tax increase to offset costs
Murray leaders consider property tax increase to offset costs KUTV
April 21, 2026 Council Meeting — April 21, 2026
The city is proposing a property tax increase to cover budget gaps and maintain services. Residents should expect to see this reflected in upcoming tax notices.
2026.04.21 RDA Board Meeting and Agenda — April 21, 2026
Mayor Brett Hales presented a tentative $66 million general fund budget that includes a 9.8 percent property tax rate increase. The extra revenue will fund police officers, firefighters' pay bumps, and rising health insurance costs.
Proposed Murray budget funds police, fire and infrastructure — with tax hike for residents
MURRAY — Murray Mayor Brett Hales has unveiled a budget proposal he says will keep the city strong, competitive and poised for the future, with boosts to public safety, retaining city employees and...
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