Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six. Today, we’ll recap this week’s county council meeting, talk about the most recent development on the Dakota Pacific Real Estate application, share some wildfire preparedness information, and, finally, we wrap things up with some community engagement opportunities either coming up or happening now. Alright, let’s get into the news!
– Topic 1: Council Recap
Despite some technical difficulties, this week’s County Council meeting moved forward with the ratification of certified tax rates for taxing entities across Summit County. While the county has 34 taxing entities in total, only 21 are required to come before the County Council for rate certification.
As a reminder, certified tax rates are determined based on overall property values in Summit County. When property values increase, the certified tax rate decreases to make sure that revenue remains stable. If the County wants to increase its revenue, it must go through the Truth in Taxation process. The rates certified by the Council this week are based on 2025 property valuations.
It’s important to note that while the revenue remains steady, individual tax bills can still fluctuate depending on how a property’s assessed value has changed. Some property owners may see increases, while others may see decreases. These changes are driven by property values, not the tax rates themselves.
Most taxing entities saw little to no change in their rates from last year. County Auditor Cindy Keyes flagged two notable exceptions: the Snyderville Basin Cemetery District, which is a new taxing entity this year, and Service Area 8, which experienced a significant rate reduction.
For those interested in reviewing the newly certified tax rates, visit summitcounty.info/25taxrates.
– Topic 2: Update on DPRE Application
Also this week, the Snyderville Basin Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the Summit County Manager for the Dakota Pacific Real Estate Agreement. As a reminder, the final land use authority now rests with the Manager because Senate Bill 26 shifted this from a legislative to an administrative process. Summit County Manager, Shayne Scott, could make a decision on the agreement at a public hearing as early as July 28. We’ll be sure to keep the community informed on details as they become available.
– Topic 3: Wildfire Preparedness
With the Woodland 35 Fire sparking along Highway 35 near Woodland earlier this week, we wanted to remind our listeners of how to stay informed and safe during wildfire season. During active emergencies, like a wildfire in Summit County, you can find the latest updates at summitcounty.info/emergency. Stay up to date with active fires, red flag warnings, and more by following us on social media. We’re @summitcountyut on Facebook, X and Instragram. You can also text SCFIRE to 91896 to receive this information straight to your phone.
– Topic 4: Food Waste
Did you know? Food waste takes up nearly 50% of the air space at Summit County landfills, which is both costly and environmentally harmful.
As part of the County’s commitment to responsible waste management and sustainability, we’ve teamed up with the Park City Community Foundation to expand participation in the Zero Food Waste initiative, which aims to eliminate food waste from the local landfills by 2030.
With the new incentive program, new residential customers in Summit County will receive free weekly curbside food waste collection from Momentum Recycling through the end of 2025. Existing customers can also benefit, receiving two months of free service for every successful referral to the program.
Give a scrap and learn more at: parkcitycf.org/curbsidecollection.
– Topic 5: Logic and Accuracy Test
In just under two weeks, the Summit County Clerk’s Office will be hosting a Logic and Accuracy Test for the 2025 Primary Election. The Logic and Accuracy Test ensures that the election and voting equipment function as expected and accurately count votes as marked.
The test is open to public observation, so join County Clerk, Eve Furse, and her team on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at their office in the Summit County Courthouse (60 N. Main Street, Coalville, UT).
– Topic 6: Summit Arts Market
If you want to experience great art, music, and food this weekend, stop by the Summit Arts Market on Saturday, July 12th, from 10 am – 6 pm at the Oakley Red Barn!
Summit Arts Market is an annual summer art event in Oakley that promotes local artists and cultivates collectors living on the eastern side of Summit County. Almost 40 creatives will showcase their work in all kinds of visual arts: from sculpture and painting to jewelry-making and photography.
Attendance is free, and we encourage those interested to stop by and appreciate the talents of our local artists! While there, you can also:
- Enjoy live music from the bands Shannon Runyon & Three Kings, River Trip, and the Silver King Rocking Company.
- Try a variety of dishes from local food trucks
- Shop for handmade goods and collect fine artwork
Summit Arts Market is one of the longest running programs of the Arts Council of Park City and Summit County. The arts council is committed to supporting local arts through programs and events that benefit artists, residents, and visitors. If you would like to know more about the market or the arts council, visit: pcscarts.org/summit-artsmarket.
Remember: Summit Arts Market on Saturday, July 12, at the Oakley Red Barn. We’ll see you there!
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