RAP Tax Program

Santaquin RAP Tax Program:

In 2018, Santaquin residents voted to approve a RAP Sales Tax. RAP stands for Recreation, Arts, and Parks. Sales tax revenue generated by this tax will go directly to benefit local projects related to Recreation, Cultural Arts, and Parks. Funds can be used for capital improvements as well as programs. Examples include, but are not limited to, Parks, Ballfields, Trails, Splash Pads, Arts, Museums, Music, Theater & much more.

RAP TAX  Committee

A Citizens Advisory Committee comprised of 7 members will be formed to review and make recommendations on how RAP TAX funds will be used. The committee is comprised of:

• City Council Member (non-voting)
• Community Services Director (non-voting)
• Chair of the Recreation Board (voting)
• Four voting at-large positions made up of Santaquin City residents (2 year terms)

RAP TAX Application Process:

Who may apply for grant funds?

• A cultural organization that has a 501(c)(3) status and maintains a strong presence within Santaquin City, or a municipal cultural and or historical council. 

What is the process to receive grant funds?

• Applications will be available from April 1 - April 30, 11:59 p.m., each year. (2024 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL MAY 3, 11:59PM) The RAP TAX Committee will then review the applications in May and make recommendations to City Council.   In June , City Council will make the final determination in distributing RAP TAX funds. Funds are available for use in July. 

 Grant Categories:

• City-owned Recreational and Cultural Facilities, Operations and Programs
• Major Grants: $10,000 or more;
• Mid-Major Grants: $5,000-$10,000; and
• Mini-Grants: less than $5,000

Please email your questions or suggestions for future RAP Tax projects to jbradley@santaquin.org or call 801-754-5805

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