During its meeting Tuesday, the Ogden City Council heard Mayor Ben Nadolski’s pitch for the coming budget — as he noted that it lines up with the principles of “The Ogden Way.”

“This proposed budget is grounded in fiscal responsibility and bold enough to invest in what matters most — our people and their future,” he said. “Through partnerships and a spirit of collaboration, we remain committed to maintaining quality and sustainable city services, all without asking more from taxpayers.”

According to a press release on the budget, the $289.05 million budget proposal would also not include a rise in taxes and would put an emphasis on public safety.

“The mayor’s proposal prioritizes public safety with step increases for police and fire personnel and an increase in the General Fund of 5.42% to focus on employee compensation keeping pace with inflation, operational costs for the Marshall White Center, and other essential services,” the release said.

Capital improvements will also be a major focus throughout the budget.

“Citywide capital improvements will focus on revitalized infrastructure and healthy neighborhoods including investments in parks, recreation facilities, road construction and resurfacing, and curb, gutter and sidewalk replacement,” the release said. “With a proposed $29.7 million for capital projects, the FY2026 budget also includes upgrades to water and sanitary sewer systems, as well as improvements to city-owned facilities. These projects are funded through a mix of municipal funds and contributions from county, state, and federal partners.”

Other capital projects include a firefighting training tower, further improvements to the terminal at Ogden-Hinckley Airport, Lorin Farr Pool repairs and several improvements to city roads.

The City Council unanimously accepted the budget for review, though this doesn’t meant that the budget is finalized. Several opportunities will be available to the public in the coming months before the budget’s final adoption during the body’s June 17 meeting.

For more information on the proposed budget, visit https://www.ogdencity.gov/172/Budgets-Finance.