Development News for Pleasant Grove, Utah

Police Department Focuses on Proactive Policing, Drug Interdiction, and Strawberry Days Preparation

The Police Department is actively engaged in proactive policing, including surveillance of specific areas for drug activity, which has led to pursuits. Several arrests have been made in connection with drug-related incidents and outstanding warrants. The department is preparing for Strawberry Days, with all personnel and reserves assigned to ensure public safety during the event, including the parade and rodeo. The Police Department has also deployed a drone for scouting areas where individuals have fled on foot, which has proven effective in apprehending suspects, such as in a recent auto burglary case in Lehi. They have also assisted neighboring agencies with drone operations and were nearly deployed for a stranded hiker. The department emphasizes its role in dealing with challenging situations to keep residents safe.

Pleasant Grove City Proposes Property Tax Rate Increase for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

The city council is presented with the proposed property tax rate increase for the upcoming fiscal year (July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027). The current property tax rate is set to increase from 0.009620 to 0.001121. This increase is estimated to generate an additional $683,088 in new property tax revenue, representing a 16.55% increase. The additional revenue will fund two new police officers and three new firefighters, along with funding for reserves, retention, and outfitting. The proposed police budget with the tax increase is $6,654,468, and the fire department budget is $4,444,747. The document also outlines the public hearing process for the budget and tax rate adoption, with the tax rate adoption scheduled for June 16th and the final budget adoption on June 22nd. A survey is being conducted to gather resident feedback on the proposed property tax increase.

New Regulations for Strawberry Days Parade Route Item Placement Announced

The city is implementing new regulations for Strawberry Days regarding the placement of items along the parade route. Residents will not be allowed to place their belongings (e.g., chairs, tents) in the public right-of-way until 3:00 PM the day before the parade. Yard signs are being deployed along the parade route to inform the public of this new ordinance, which is being put into practice for the first time. Items placed in the right-of-way before the designated time may be confiscated and brought to City Hall for owners to claim. The city aims to keep the area clean and safe, emphasizing that property behind the sidewalk remains private. The new rule is a trial phase, and the city will evaluate its effectiveness.

Fire Department Prepares for Strawberry Days and Engages with Community Through Citizen Academy

The Fire Department is preparing for Strawberry Days, ensuring all personnel and reserves are ready for the event's activities. They are also involved in community outreach through the Citizen's Academy, where participants experienced using the jaws of life. The department is also involved in the city's step challenge and the upcoming Strawberry Days breakfast on June 13th, where they will be providing assistance. The department notes that summer is a busy period with increased activity, and they are ensuring they are adequately staffed and prepared.