Eagle Mountain Value

08/07/2026

📩 The Eagle Mountain Valueletter is out for the week.

Here's what's inside:
• Truth-in-Taxation hearing — the public hearing on the proposed property tax increase is tonight at 6 PM, with the final vote scheduled for August 18
• Master road plan approved — the City Council unanimously approved the Transportation Master Plan, covering major road improvements and future transportation priorities
• Community wellness survey — new results reveal how residents rate their physical health, mental wellbeing, community connections, and quality of life
• Local spotlight — American Preparatory Academy opens its temporary Cedar Fort campus this month, a tuition-free classical education option for local families
• This week's events — the Farmers Market, Planning Commission meeting, Homeschool Info Session, Adult Book Bedazzling, and a Food Truck Rally
• Worth the drive — Bluffdale Old West Days, Alpine Days, Free Sunset Pilates in the Park, and a Picnic with Heather B. Moore
• Look ahead — UTA On Demand launches soon, the Produce Swap returns August 25 and 26, and the final property tax vote is coming up
• Community notes — the Eagle Mountain Bingo Challenge is still underway, so complete activities around town and earn prizes by filling your card

Read the full edition here: https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-aug-6

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08/05/2026

No Food Truck Rally this week.

The property tax hearing conflicts with this event. If you haven't heard that the city has proposed a 220% increase to their portion of property taxes, then you need to check out these sources:

https://eaglemountain.gov/truth-in-taxation-property-tax/
https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-july-03
https://civicrollcall.com/tax.html

And if you can, you should attend in person on Thursday, 8/6, at 6:00 PM at City Hall. You can attend virtually here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86570159705

Due to the Truth-In-Taxation public hearing, there will be no Food Truck Rally this week.

08/05/2026

Want to learn more about the new UTA On-Demand program coming to Eagle Mountain? Then check out the info below. The local chamber of commerce, Valley Crossroads Chamber of Commerce, is hosting UTA reps at their office tonight.

This Wednesday, August 5th, the Valley Crossroads Chamber will host the UTA On-Demand meeting for services coming to our area! You'll have the chance to talk with UTA representatives and ask questions about how the services will work.

Valley Crossroads Chamber
3688 E Campus Dr #101
Eagle Mountain, UT 84005

08/05/2026

📩 The Eagle Mountain Valueletter is out for the week.

Here's what's inside:
• Transportation Master Plan — Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs are working through key road connections before the City Council votes on the updated plan
• Property tax hearing — the Truth-in-Taxation public hearing is this Thursday, with details on the proposed increase and how you can participate
• City Council agenda — transportation, rezonings, CDBG funding, and more are up for Tuesday night's meeting
• Local school update — American Preparatory Academy is opening a temporary tuition-free campus in Cedar Fort ahead of its future Eagle Mountain location
• This week's events — City Council, Summer Splash, the Truth-in-Taxation hearing, a Food Truck Rally, and the Eagle Mountain Farmers Market
• Worth the drive — Bluffdale Old West Days, Grandparent's Week, National Night Out, and more regional happenings
• Look ahead — a ribbon cutting, Planning Commission, the UTA On Demand launch, and the final property tax vote are all coming up
• Community notes — take part in the Eagle Mountain Bingo Challenge and explore Civic Roll Call to track city votes, budgets, and tax proposals

Read the full edition here: https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-august-03
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07/31/2026

📩 The Eagle Mountain Valueletter is out for the week.

Here's what's inside:
• $1.52 billion road plan — the Planning Commission recommended Eagle Mountain's updated transportation plan to City Council, outlining major road projects through 2035
• New bus service — UTA On Demand launches August 17, offering on-demand rides that connect Eagle Mountain to the region's bus and rail network
Back to School Social canceled — the event has been called off due to forecasted extreme heat this weekend
• Christmas in July — Haven Ranch Sanctuary hosts its celebration Friday evening with rescued animals, food trucks, vendors, and free admission
• Worth the drive — Highland Fling, Bluffdale Old West Days, Imaginaria, and more regional events over the next week
• Look ahead — upcoming City Council meetings, the Truth-in-Taxation hearing, Summer Splash, and a ribbon cutting
• Local spotlight — Kat Ashby, a local Realtor, shares data-driven insights on Eagle Mountain's housing market, home values, and new construction
• In memory of the Long family — the community remembers the Long family following the tragic flash flood in Wayne County; learn how Eagle Mountain is honoring their legacy and how you can support their daughter, Lydia

Read the full edition here: https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-7-30

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07/29/2026

📩 The Eagle Mountain Valueletter is out for the week.

Here's what's inside:
• Lake Mountain Corridor — Mid Valley Road is being renamed as plans move forward for the future state-managed connection to Saratoga Springs
• Property tax & CDBG — property valuation notices are out, the Truth-in-Taxation hearing is August 6, and residents can still comment on nearly $467K in CDBG funding
• Planning Commission preview — the Commission will review the chapel proposal, transportation updates, zoning changes, short-term land uses, and future rail transit possibilities
• This week — Food Truck Rally, Farmers Market, Back to School Social, Planning Commission, and library events
• Worth the drive — Dinos After Dark, Saratoga Springs Farmers Market, Grandparent's Week, and Imaginaria
• Local spotlight — Kat Ashby of RootQuest Realty helps buyers and sellers navigate the local market with personalized guidance and free home valuations
• Community notes — Papa Murphy's is now open, the Eagle Mountain Bingo Card continues, and residents can use the Parks Tracker app to report park conditions
• Looking ahead — Summer Splash, the Truth-in-Taxation hearing, City Council, and John Hancock Charter School's ribbon cutting

Read the full edition here: https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-july-27
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07/27/2026

Clothing Drive organized by Eagle Mountain, Utah - City Hall. Learn more below.

UPDATE: Due to the extreme heat forecast for this weekend, the Back to School Social on Saturday, August 1, has been canceled.

The community clothing drive is still moving forward, and we are continuing to accept donations of gently used school clothing, shoes, and backpacks. The free community clothing swap will now take place during the Food Truck Rally on Thursday, August 13, at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park.

Eagle Mountain City is collecting gently used school clothing, shoes, and backpacks as part of the Back to School Social to help local families prepare for the upcoming school year.

Donated items should be clean, washed, gently used, and in good condition for students of all ages.

Residents who would like to donate can email [email protected] for more information.

The community is also invited to attend the Back to School Social on Saturday, August 1, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park.

Families can connect with local schools and community partners, visit school booths, enjoy safety demonstrations, participate in activities, visit food trucks, and more.

Following the event, families are invited to stay for a free community dance from 8:00–9:00 PM.

For more information: https://eaglemountain.gov/eagle-mountain-back-to-school-social/

07/24/2026

📩 The Eagle Mountain Valueletter is out for the week.

Here's what's inside:
• City Council recap — affordable housing pods received final approval, federal housing funds were discussed, and residents pushed for speed bumps
• Fire safety update — rules for homes near open land remain under discussion, with several new options being considered
• Weekend guide — catch Summer Bash, the Farmers Market, and Pioneer Day events
• Worth the drive — Fireworks over Utah Lake, American Fork Steel Days, Hadestown, and Fairfield's Pioneer Celebration
• Local spotlight — Falter Media helps businesses create engaging short-form videos that grow their brand across social media
• Eagle Mountain Bingo Card — celebrate the city's 30th anniversary by completing community activities for a chance to win prizes
• Community updates — a Senior Center food drive, veterans initiatives, and other local community announcements are underway
• Looking ahead — joint city planning, Back to School Night, Summer Splash, the Truth-in-Taxation hearing, and John Hancock Charter School's ribbon cutting

Read the full edition here: https://www.eaglemountainvalue.com/p/valueletter-2026-july-23
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— Colten