Budget

Expressed strong appreciation for the city's parks, pool, and municipal facilities, noting he is glad to pay taxes to live in Pleasant Grove.

Opposed the tax increase, suggesting that rising property values already provide the city with more revenue and that the city should prioritize its budget.

Complimented the council for reducing the tax increase but urged them to look for more ways to cut spending instead of raising taxes.

Opposed the tax increase, noting that many residents are struggling financially.

Opposed the tax increase, suggesting the city look for ways to fund public safety without raising taxes.

Opposed the tax increase, noting that utility costs are already rising.

Opposed the tax increase, asking for a compromise.

Opposed the tax increase, asking the city to cut expenses instead.

Opposed the proposed tax increase based on her experience on the Planning Commission, urging the Council to make budget cuts instead.

Opposed the 16% increase, arguing it is too high compared to economic growth.

Opposed the tax increase, suggesting the city find a middle ground or use other revenue sources.

Expressed opposition to the proposed property tax increase, suggesting a better balance between funding city needs and fiscal restraint.

Asked the Council to consider residents struggling financially and explore alternatives to raising property taxes.

Objected to the 16.5% proposed tax increase as too high compared to overall economic growth and suggested cutting costs.

Expressed concern that the community is becoming unaffordable and asked the Council to vote against the property tax increase while cutting expenses elsewhere.

Spoke against the tax increase, noting that rising utility costs combined with property taxes make finances challenging for working seniors.

Requested that the Council look for ways to lower taxes, stating that a 16.5% increase is too high for long-term residents.

Council Member Phillips discussed the city's budget review and his focus on affordable housing.

Expressed concern over a $500,000 budget overage and requested clarity on future school district costs.