As the city searches for revenue, Roy residents face a 55% property tax hike. It’s not their first

By: Cathy McKitrick

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: June 12, 2026

Words: 1,432

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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The population of the landlocked, northern Utah city of Roy has hovered close to 39,000 for the past decade, with sales tax revenues flatlining in similar fashion. During that same time, city officials have floated significant property tax increases that primarily pay to keep employee wages competitive with neighboring cities.

Roy City increased property tax three times in the past decade while a fourth attempt last year was unsuccessful.

In 2025, city councilors approved a …

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