Clearfield City Council unveils $76M fiscal year 2026 budget plan

Clearfield City is gearing up for a significant fiscal year 2026, as the City Council unveiled a detailed budget aimed at enhancing municipal services and community livability. The proposed budget, presented during the council meeting on May 13, 2025, emphasizes a commitment to making Clearfield a desirable place to live and work.

Key highlights of the budget include an allocation of $340,000 from increased property tax revenue to bolster police and park services. Additionally, residents can expect a rise in utility rates, which will be passed through from Wasatch Integrated and North Davis Sewer District. The budget also outlines plans to hire three new police officers—one of whom will be funded by a grant—and a full-time parks employee to support the expansion of landscaped areas.

Major infrastructure projects are on the horizon, with a total of $21 million earmarked for water, sewer, storm, and solid waste improvements, alongside $5.4 million for street projects. However, some projects totaling $3.1 million have been delayed or cut due to budget constraints.

The budget anticipates total revenues of $49 million against expenditures of $76 million, with a strategic use of reserve funds to support capital improvements. The finance department reassured residents that the general fund remains financially stable, with ongoing revenues exceeding expenses.

The public hearing following the budget presentation saw no comments from attendees, leading to a swift closure of the session. The council's focus on fiscal responsibility and community enhancement sets a promising tone for Clearfield's future.