Payson, Utah

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

You may have noticed road cuts in several areas throughout Payson City. These are part of an important Payson Water Department project called Insert-A-Valve, which adds new valves to older parts of the City’s water system or areas where valves are currently missing. These new valves help crews better control water service when repairs or maintenance are needed, reducing service disruptions, lowering contamination risk, and saving time and maintenance costs for the City and residents.

Crews are currently installing about six new valves per week. Payson Water crews typically expose the water main on Monday and Tuesday, and Tap Master, the contractor hired to install the Insert-A-Valve system, completes the valve installation on Tuesday and Wednesday. Crews then backfill the excavations, install valve box risers, and replace the asphalt as soon as conditions allow. The full process usually takes about one week from the initial road cut to asphalt repair.

08/24/2026

Payson City Golden Onion Days is coming up next week, and we couldn’t be more excited! There are so many fun events planned for residents, families, and visitors to enjoy. Take a look at what some of our residents and visitors love most about celebrating Golden Onion Days in Payson City.

Watch for more videos and comments from residents and visitors about Golden Onion Days. We hope you’ve got Golden Onion Days on your calendar and are planning to join us September 3–7, 2026!

08/21/2026

PRESS RELEASE PAYSON CITY APPOINTS JOSHUA REIDHEAD AS NEW CITY ENGINEER

August 21, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Dave Tuckett, City Manager
PHONE: 801-404-6481
EMAIL: [email protected]

Payson City is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Reidhead as the new City Engineer effective September 8, 2026.

Prior to joining Payson City, Reidhead worked for Water Works Engineers as a Project Engineer.

Reidhead attended Brigham Young University to obtain his bachelor's and master’s degrees in civil engineering. He is a native of Springville, Utah.

The City Engineer is responsible for private development administration, planning, preliminary design, detailed design, scheduling, construction and maintenance of municipal development projects, and creation of maintenance and design standards for development. This position plays a key role in land development regulatory compliance and plan review.

“We are excited to have Joshua coming onboard to help the City with private development adminstration and overseeing the construction and maintenance of municipal dedvelopment projects to ensure they meet all the regulatory requirements,” said Travis Jockumsen, Public Works Director. His experience in project management and working with contractors will be invaluable to the City.”

“The Springville that I grew up in felt a lot like Payson is now, said Reidhead. I'll be working for a safer and an even more connected community, even as we navigate the coming growing pains together! I'm excited to work with the great people at Payson City, and for the good people who live here! Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity!

Reidhead’s engineering experience and ability to work alongside municipal leaders, engineers, developers and residents postions him to support Payson’s continued growth while maintaining the high level of sevice the commujnity expects. He is a unifier.

Reidhead will officially begin serving as Payson’s City Engineer on September 8, 2026.



About Payson City

Payson City is Home to Adventure! It is a growing community in southern Utah County, located 60 miles south of Salt Lake City and 15 miles south of Provo. Payson serves as the gateway to the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway, which is known for its beautiful fall foliage and access to camping and hiking. Payson is home to the well-known Salmon Supper, Onion Days, and Scottish Festival.

For more information about Payson City, please visit www.paysonutah.gov

08/21/2026

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⚡ Power outages
🗑️ Garbage schedule changes
💧 Water & sewer notices

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08/21/2026

Every month ByWater Solutions recognizes a librarian that has made an impact on their library and community. Candice Hope, Systems Librarian at Payson City Library, received the August 2026 Libarian of the Month Award in recognition for her hard work and positive impact on the community.

ByWater Solutions hosts and supports Payson City Library's integrated library system.

Thank you, Candice, for all you do! Congratulations!

08/21/2026

We’re so honored to welcome CenCore, its founder, Adam Fife, and the entire CenCore team to Payson! From their website, “CenCore develops modular, mission-ready platforms for secure communications, computing, and integration. We accelerate defense readiness by adapting proven commercial technologies for operational use—mobilizing the industrial base to deliver scalable, tech-agnostic systems that evolve with mission needs and deploy fast at the point of conflict.”
It was wonderful to have Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Adjutant General Michael D. Kjar in Payson to speak about the importance CenCore plays in enabling warfighter abilities and safety.

08/18/2026

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