2026-27 Budget

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While many families set goals and make plans at the start of a new year, the City is doing something similar. Midvale operates on a fiscal year that runs from July 1 to June 30, which means planning for the next year’s budget begins months in advance.

Each year, City leaders carefully review how public funds are used to serve our community of more than 36,000 residents. From public safety and clean water to parks, roads, and community programs, the City’s budget helps ensure Midvale continues to be a safe, well-maintained, and welcoming place to live.

Where does the money go?

Midvale City has over 36,000 residents to protect and serve.

Our budget pays for:

  • Police
  • Clean Water
  • Sewer and Stormwater
  • Roads and Sidewalks
  • Parks
  • Government Operations
  • Sanitation and Streetlighting
  • Programs and Services
  • Animal Services
  • Events
  • And much more

Wise Choices

Just like your family's budget, Midvale City has to make careful choices. We focus on the most urgent projects first. Some things are out of our control, but our main goal is always to take great care of our community

Who Works on the Budget

  • Mayor
  • City Council
  • City Manager
  • Department Heads and Managers
  • Finance Department

Timeline

January and February

The City Manager and people in charge of each department (such as Public Works and Finance) sit down to talk. They look at how much money is coming into the City and from where. They look at what the City needs to provide for the residents for the next year.

March

The Mayor and City Council review the budget and help decide what is most important for the next year. This is when the rough draft, called a “tentative budget” is posted online and discussed in City Council meetings.

May and June

The City Council makes final decisions about the budget. Unless they plan to make a change to property taxes, they must finish and “adopt” the final budget by June 30.

Ongoing Updates

Expect the unexpected. The City makes changes, officially called “amendments”, during the year, because the City can’t always predict the future. Each amendment is publicly announced and brought to City Council meetings with time for public comment.

Your Voice Matters

Open communication and trust between the City and its residents are essential for a healthy, thriving community. The City values your input. Stay informed by subscribing to this project page, attending meetings, and reaching out to your council member.

  • The City Council starts talking about the budget in public meetings in March. This is the best time to come to meetings and share your thoughts and ideas.
  • Before the budget is made official, also known as adopted, there is a public hearing. You can find the plans online 10 days before the hearing so you can read them first. The City will also advertise the meeting 7 days before it happens. This is another great time for you to participate.

While many families set goals and make plans at the start of a new year, the City is doing something similar. Midvale operates on a fiscal year that runs from July 1 to June 30, which means planning for the next year’s budget begins months in advance.

Each year, City leaders carefully review how public funds are used to serve our community of more than 36,000 residents. From public safety and clean water to parks, roads, and community programs, the City’s budget helps ensure Midvale continues to be a safe, well-maintained, and welcoming place to live.

Where does the money go?

Midvale City has over 36,000 residents to protect and serve.

Our budget pays for:

  • Police
  • Clean Water
  • Sewer and Stormwater
  • Roads and Sidewalks
  • Parks
  • Government Operations
  • Sanitation and Streetlighting
  • Programs and Services
  • Animal Services
  • Events
  • And much more

Wise Choices

Just like your family's budget, Midvale City has to make careful choices. We focus on the most urgent projects first. Some things are out of our control, but our main goal is always to take great care of our community

Who Works on the Budget

  • Mayor
  • City Council
  • City Manager
  • Department Heads and Managers
  • Finance Department

Timeline

January and February

The City Manager and people in charge of each department (such as Public Works and Finance) sit down to talk. They look at how much money is coming into the City and from where. They look at what the City needs to provide for the residents for the next year.

March

The Mayor and City Council review the budget and help decide what is most important for the next year. This is when the rough draft, called a “tentative budget” is posted online and discussed in City Council meetings.

May and June

The City Council makes final decisions about the budget. Unless they plan to make a change to property taxes, they must finish and “adopt” the final budget by June 30.

Ongoing Updates

Expect the unexpected. The City makes changes, officially called “amendments”, during the year, because the City can’t always predict the future. Each amendment is publicly announced and brought to City Council meetings with time for public comment.

Your Voice Matters

Open communication and trust between the City and its residents are essential for a healthy, thriving community. The City values your input. Stay informed by subscribing to this project page, attending meetings, and reaching out to your council member.

  • The City Council starts talking about the budget in public meetings in March. This is the best time to come to meetings and share your thoughts and ideas.
  • Before the budget is made official, also known as adopted, there is a public hearing. You can find the plans online 10 days before the hearing so you can read them first. The City will also advertise the meeting 7 days before it happens. This is another great time for you to participate.