School board approves property tax increase

By Becky Ginos

FARMINGTON—A long line of residents stepped up to the podium to speak during a Truth in Taxation meeting of the Board of Education of the Davis School District meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The meeting was to discuss a proposed property tax increase of $12,725,298 for the 2025-26 school year. Most spoke against the increase, questioning if it was necessary and if it benefits the students. 

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