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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Price City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water Infrastructure Upgrades
The city is applying for state funding to design major upgrades for its water treatment plant, addressing algae issues and increasing capacity for future growth and pipeline maintenance.
EWP Flood Mitigation Land Acquisition
City officials proposed transforming a portion of Pioneer Park into a stormwater detention basin and removing 16 dying trees to mitigate severe neighborhood flooding and improve park safety.
Water Conservation
Following recent policy changes, the city announced an upcoming workshop with the Division of Water Resources to help residents transition to water-wise landscaping and xeriscaping.
Capital Improvement Planning
The council approved a server room cooling upgrade at City Hall to protect vital IT infrastructure and secured a long-term property lease for a project staging area.
Police Fleet and Funding
Price City is updating its police fleet with a new Dodge Durango and equipping officers with a high-tech handheld narcotics analyzer funded by a grant. These tools help officers respond faster and test substances safely in the field.
Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
The city adjusted its mid-year budget to account for new grants, electric substation uncertainty, and increased project costs across various funds.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Municipal Budget
A resident urged the city council to consider raising property taxes to ensure city workers receive living wages and to maintain aging infrastructure like roads and water pipes.
Substation Load Tap Changer Replacement and Power Reliability
A massive lightning strike just plunged all of Price into darkness! Forget your Netflix binge, this is a real-life blackout. Hope you've got candles and a full phone battery!
Mid-Year Budget Adjustment
The city is adjusting its spending plan halfway through the year. This helps keep city services running smoothly by moving money where it's needed most.