NOVEMBER 2, 2021
DO YOU LIKE TRAILS? Upgraded existing trails, pathways, and trailheads as well as the possibility of new trailheads, new park pathways, and upgraded trail exits.
Existing facility upgrades as well as the potential for new playgrounds, dog parks, sport courts, fields and group pavilions.
Improved access and opportunities to experience our valley and the beautiful setting.
DO YOU AGREE WITH BEAUTIFYINGImprovements to community spaces make for a better experience for all. Cleanliness, safety, and usability are important.
Performing arts, visual arts, literary arts, historic preservation, arts education, and more can benefit from a RAP tax.
It is estimated that up to 50% of RAP funds will come from visitors to Wasatch County.
State law allows cities and counties in Utah to levy a 1/10th of 1% local sales and use tax for the purpose of enhancing recreation and cultural arts in the community. It does not apply to most grocery purchases.
THINK: 1 cent of every $10 spent.
RAP stands for Recreation Arts and Parks. The RAP program is designed to improve cultural recreation facilities, arts programming, and local parks in Wasatch County.
If approved, the tax is in effect for up to 10 years. At the end of the 10 year period, it must be voted on again to be reinstated.
Most taxable purchases, except food, made in the county would have an additional 1/10 of 1% added to it, which means for every $10 of a purchase the rap tax would add one cent. This includes purchases made by residents, tourists, visitors, and non-residents. We estimate the first year will generate $800,000 in RAP Tax revenue.
Several kinds of art-related disciplines are eligible, including performing arts, visual arts, literary arts, historic preservation, arts education, and more.
Every park in Wasatch County is eligible. Funding is slated to improve parks, trails, and public spaces throughout the county.
The 1/10 of 1% RAP tax will generate approximately $800 thousand in revenue the first year. It is anticipated to grow over time as population and tourism increase in Wasatch County.
Every family budget is different but the best way to calculate it is to take a $10 purchase and add one penny to it.
Summit County, Salt Lake County, Provo, Orem, Duchesne City, Roosevelt, Lehi, American Fork, and Spanish Fork all have a RAP Tax currently in place. Any shopping in those locations contributes to their RAP program.
WASATCH COUNTY Trailheads
EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE
Coyote Canyon Trail System
Wasatch Mountain State Park
Soldier Hollow System
Midway
Wasatch County Trails
WASATCH COUNTY Parks
EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE
Midway City
Heber City
Wasatch County
