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PUBLIC HEARING DATE MISPRINT - In the tax notice issued in October, the date of the public hearing was listed as Monday, December 3rd at 6:15 PM. The correct date is Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:15 PM. We apologize for the error.

 

Background

Property taxes are a crucial source of funding for local governments, helping to provide essential services we all rely on. In Davis County, these taxes play a key role in supporting the care of nearly 4,500 homeless and abandoned pets each year. To learn more about tax rates from the Davis County Assessor, click here. To learn more about Property Tax from the Utah Association of Counties, click here.

This year, Animal Care of Davis County is proposing a 57.02% increase in the county's portion of the property tax assessment. This is the first tax increase for Animal Care since 2017 and represents an additional $1,507,804 in revenue for Davis County. This increase is based on the findings of a 2021 operational and facility feasibility study and is designed to fund six new positions at the animal shelter.

The additional funding will cover the necessary vehicles, equipment, and operational costs for these new staff members, all with a focus on improving live outcome rates for pets. By enhancing our resources for medical and behavioral care, we aim to make a significant impact on the future of animal care in Davis County.

To read our full Strategic Plan, click here. To view the proposed 2025 budget, click here.

The only way for Animal Care of Davis County to increase property tax revenue is through a public hearing process known as Truth in Taxation.

For further questions, please contact:
For tax rate questions, contact the Davis County Auditor's Office at (801) 451-3494.
For property valuation questions, contact the Assessor's Office at (801) 451-3250.
For property tax payment questions, contact the Davis County Treasurer's Office at (801) 451-3243.

Truth in Taxation FAQs

Animal Care of Davis County is proposing a 57.02% increase in property taxes to fund critical improvements to the shelter’s operations. The increase will help fund six new staff positions, as well as provide vehicles, equipment, and resources needed to enhance medical and behavioral care for the nearly 4,500 animals that come into our care each year. This is the first tax increase for Animal Care since 2017 and is necessary to improve live outcome rates for pets in the county.

The additional $1,507,804 in tax revenue will be used to:

  • Hire six new staff members focused on animal care and welfare.

  • Purchase necessary vehicles and equipment for the expanded team.

  • Enhance medical and behavioral care for animals in our facility. These improvements are part of a larger plan to ensure better outcomes for the animals we serve.

The last property tax increase for Animal Care of Davis County was in 2017. Since then, the needs of the community and the number of animals requiring care have grown significantly, making this increase crucial for continued and improved service.
Truth in Taxation is a public hearing process that allows local governments to raise property tax revenues. It ensures that any proposed tax increase is presented to the public for input. During this process, residents have the opportunity to voice their opinions on the proposed increase.

You can learn more by attending one of our public open houses or the official public hearing. You can also review our full Strategic Plan [here] and the proposed 2025 budget [here].


We encourage community members to attend the following public open houses to meet the Animal Care team and our County Commissioners:

  • Wednesday, November 13th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library Layton Branch Auditorium
    155 N Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041

  • Monday, November 18th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Administration Office, Commission Chambers
    61 South State Street, Farmington, UT 84025

  • Wednesday, November 20th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library South Davis Branch Auditorium
    725 S Main Street, Bountiful, UT 84010

  • Monday, November 25th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library Syracuse Northwest Branch Auditorium
    1875 S 2000 W, Syracuse, UT 84075

The official public hearing will be held:

  • Tuesday, December 3rd | 6:15 pm
    Davis County Administration Office, Commission Chambers
    61 South State Street, Farmington, UT 84025
The proposed increase of 56.91% will affect the county’s portion of your property tax bill. The exact amount will vary based on the assessed value of your property. We encourage you to review your property tax assessment for details on how much this increase will impact you.
If the proposed tax increase is not approved, Animal Care of Davis County will face significant challenges in providing necessary care for the growing number of animals in the county. This could impact our ability to improve live outcomes and offer adequate medical and behavioral services for the pets in our care.

You can attend any of the public open houses or the official public hearing to share your thoughts on the proposed tax increase. Additionally, you can contact any of the Davis County Commissioners at commission@co.davis.ut.us or Director Ashleigh Young directly with any questions or concerns at ayoung@co.davis.ut.us or 801-444-2220.

The primary goal of the tax increase is to improve live outcome rates for animals in Davis County by expanding staff and resources dedicated to animal care, medical treatment, and behavioral support. By increasing funding, we aim to ensure that more animals receive the care they need and are placed in loving homes.

Join Us for a Public Open House

Meet the Animal Care team and County Commissioners at any of the following open houses:

  • Wednesday, November 13th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library Layton Branch Auditorium
    155 N Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041

  • Monday, November 18th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Administration Office, Commission Chambers
    61 South State Street, Farmington, UT 84025

  • Wednesday, November 20th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library South Davis Branch Auditorium
    725 S Main Street, Bountiful, UT 84010

  • Monday, November 25th | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Davis County Library Syracuse Northwest Branch Auditorium
    1875 S 2000 W, Syracuse, UT 84075

Public Hearing

You can also attend the official public hearing:

  • Tuesday, December 3rd | 6:15 pm
    Davis County Administration Office, Commission Chambers
    61 South State Street, Farmington, UT 84025


Tax increase posters

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to:

Director Ashleigh Young

ayoung@co.davis.ut.us | (801) 444-2220

Davis County Government

Davis County Animal Care is committed to providing great service to residents and compassionate care to animals, working tirelessly to support public safety, find homes for homeless animals and educate the community about responsible pet ownership.

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