March 24, 2022 — March is Women’s History Month. This month, and every month, reminds us to teach and honor the vital role of women throughout history. Though much of history is marred with inequity, we have the opportunity to mindfully craft a more equitable future for all girls and women.
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February 24, 2022 — February is Black History Month. As we reflect on the past, we must ensure that the present is a time where Black communities don’t just survive, but thrive. We create history every day, and must pave the way for a better future.
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On February 24th, City leaders celebrated the renovation of Salt Lake City’s historic Jackson Apartments, for which the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City (RDA) provided a $1 million loan. This project has ensured the preservation of 80 existing affordable housing units for the City’s elderly residents making 60% or less of the area median income as well as significant upgrades to the building including the restoration of the historic façade, unit updates, and improved ADA accessibility.
Also, Salt Lake City has launched Thriving in Place; this is Salt Lake City’s community-driven process to analyze and understand gentrification and displacement. Through this work we will develop a plan of action to address the factors that are forcing many of our friends, family members and neighbors to leave, or to live without a home, because they can’t find housing here that they can afford. Learn more and take the survey here.
This month, Capital City News spoke with the new Executive Director of Salt Lake City 911, Stephen Meyer. Watch the full video including the interview here.
There’s just a few days left to ride the bus, TRAX, FrontRunner, or UTA On Demand in SLC Westside neighborhoods for free during Free Fare February! Learn more at rideuta.com/freefare
We are already gearing up for another busy street reconstruction season. On February 27, 2022, construction will begin again on 900 South from 300 West to West Temple. All Eastbound traffic between 300 West and West Temple will be detoured to 800 South so crews can build the center median. Learn more in the Phase 1 dropdown at 900SouthSLC.com.
To see all of Salt Lake City’s street reconstruction bond projects, visit the Funding Our Future map at SLC.gov/BondMap.
January 20, 2022 — Happy new year! Many challenges persist in 2022, especially with the latest surge of COVID cases. It continues to be important to get vaccinated, boosted, tested, and to wear high-quality masks (like KN95 masks) in order to protect vulnerable members of our community. All households can now order free COVID tests through COVIDtests.gov.
Learn more about Mayor Mendenhall’s 2021 Report Card and watch the State of the City Address happening on January 25th. Tune in to the Salt Lake City Government Facebook page or YouTube channel to hear more about the City’s progress and what the priorities are for the upcoming year.
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April 26, 2022 — Read on for the latest Funding Our Future updates.
December 27, 2021 — December brings a time for reflection about 2021, as well opportunities for connection and rest. Salt Lake City government wishes everyone a happy and peaceful holiday season.
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November 19, 2021 — November is Native American Heritage Month. Salt Lake City is built on the homelands of the Indigenous Peoples of this region, and we value and honor their stewardship of this land, and contributions to our community.
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September 25, 2021 — Salt Lake City is built on the homelands of the Indigenous Peoples of this region, and we value and honor their stewardship of this land, and contributions to our community. Mayor Erin Mendenhall and the Salt Lake City Council issued a joint resolution proclaiming October 11th as Indigenous Peoples Day. Also, October has officially been declared Blind Equality Achievement Month in SLC.
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September 20, 2021 — Earlier this month, Salt Lake City remembered September 11th. We honor those whose lives were lost and reflect on the acts of heroism and humanity in the hours, days and years that followed.
It is also Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th – October 15th; additionally, September 14, 2021 was officially Support Latino Business Day in SLC. Together, let’s shop, support and spotlight the significant contributions of Latinx workers, entrepreneurs, and business owners to our local economy and the country! Read on for the latest Funding Our Future updates.
August 19, 2021 — August is Utah Pacific Island Heritage Month. Mayor Mendenhall also recently signed a proclamation declaring this month Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Salt Lake City. You can learn more here.
Despite recent rain storms, we continue to experience extreme drought. So it’s still critical to do your part to conserve water! Learn more about what actions you can take here.
Meanwhile, the final step in Salt Lake City’s annual budget process (a Truth in Taxation Hearing, which is a public hearing required by the State) happened on August 17th. The City used both a Judgement Levy and Property Tax Stabilization this year, which are both events that trigger a Truth in Taxation hearing. Read on for the latest Funding Our Future updates.
July 16, 2021 — July is a month filled with holidays recognizing the history of the United States and of Utah. With the heat we’re experiencing, be sure to stay cool and hydrated—please note that due to extreme drought and fire danger, personal fireworks and open burning are not permitted until further notice. And it’s more important than ever to do your part to conserve water, you can learn more here and here.
Meanwhile, the annual City budget was approved last month. This is just the beginning in terms of public engagement. Read on to learn more.