Cache Fire Protection District Proposed Budget
Cache County
Summary
The newly formed Cache Fire District proposed a $4.2 million property tax levy to fund fire and EMS services countywide, aiming to equalize costs between urban and unincorporated areas. The change will introduce a new municipal services levy for unincorporated residents, generating debate and community concern over tax burdens.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
A new property tax levy of $4.2 million will be assessed, increasing fire fund revenues by approximately $290,630 and adding a new levy for unincorporated residents.
Residents throughout the county will benefit from standardized, equitable fire protection and emergency medical services.
Unincorporated county residents will face a new property tax levy that they have not previously paid, increasing their overall tax burden.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CACHE COUNTY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING — October 6, 2026
The council formally received the tentative budget for the Cache Fire Protection District, which exceeds the certified tax rate. More detailed financial breakdowns will be provided as the fire board refines its figures.
CACHE COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING — September 22, 2026
The newly formed Cache Fire District proposed a $4.2 million property tax levy to fund fire and EMS services countywide, aiming to equalize costs between urban and unincorporated areas. The change will introduce a new municipal services levy for unincorporated residents, generating debate and community concern over tax burdens.
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