Jan. 29, 2026 On Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, Salt Lake City will officially kick off the first night of The Watch Party, a free, five-week celebration of the world’s largest winter sporting competition, broadcasted at the Civic Center, 450 South 250 East. “My hope and my vision is that while we get to celebrate our incredible athletes […]
State of the City is ‘determined’ as Mayor Mendenhall outlines achievements in public safety, affordability, and the environment for Salt Lake City residents
Jan. 27, 2026 Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall delivered her seventh State of the City address on Tuesday at City Hall East, the former Leonardo building, speaking on her determination to continue ensuring public safety, affordability, and environmental stewardship. “Today, that responsibility rests heavily on our City,” Mayor Mendenhall said. “At a time when […]
Puy, Carlsen to Lead Salt Lake City Council in 2026
The Salt Lake City Council has selected new leadership for 2026, appointing Alejandro “Ale” Puy as Council Chair and Erika Carlsen as Vice Chair. […]
Salt Lake City Council Makes History with First-Ever Female Majority
Contact: Whitney González Ferná[email protected] Salt Lake City Council Makes History with First-Ever Female Majority Inauguration marks historic moment for Utah’s most diverse city council. SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 5, 2026 – Salt Lake City swore in a new City Council this afternoon, marking a historic first: women now hold a majority of the seats. This […]
Salt Lake City Council Reflects on a Year of Resilience and Community Investment
Facing rapid growth and economic pressure, the Salt Lake City Council in 2025 advanced zoning reforms, housing investments and long-term infrastructure planning to address affordability, strengthen neighborhoods and build resilience across the city. […]
Seven individuals, organizations awarded for their human rights efforts in Salt Lake City in 2025
Dec. 11, 2025 Salt Lake City and its Human Rights Commission joined communities across the world to honor Human Rights Day on Wednesday evening by recognizing those making a positive impact in the city. Human Rights Day was established by the United Nations in 1950 and is observed on December 10, with 2025’s theme “Human […]
Salt Lake City completes the first phase of the highly anticipated Glendale Park
December 8, 2025 Salt Lake City and community members opened the first phase of Glendale Park on Saturday, the City’s first regional park in more than 60 years. Located on the site of the former Raging Waters/Seven Peaks water park (1375 W. 1700 South), the space includes an all-abilities playground, a full basketball court, walking paths, […]
Salt Lake City completes more than 100 road and infrastructure projects funded by voter-approved streets bond
Dec. 2, 2025 Improvements deliver smoother streets, safer travel, greater multi-modal connectivity greener neighborhoods, and upgraded utilities citywide At the end of November, Salt Lake City finished 122 miles of street reconstruction projects and over 310 lane miles of pavement resurfacing, creating more reliable streets for all residents, no matter how they travel, as the […]
Salt Lake City completes its first GO Bond project, Backman Community Open Space
Nov. 20, 2025 Salt Lake City celebrated the grand opening of Backman Community Open Space, 601 N. 1500 West, marking the completion of the first project funded through the City’s Parks, Trails and Open Space General Obligation (GO) Bond on Nov. 20. The new two-acre open space, adjacent to Backman Elementary School and the Jordan River, […]
Allen Park to temporarily close in preparation for revitalization in 2026
Nov. 17, 2025 Allen Park, located at 1328 Allen Park Drive, will close on Monday, Nov. 17, for approximately four months to allow for the installation of new water and fire lines that will support long-term goals for the park’s restoration. Allen Park was acquired by Salt Lake City in 2020. Since then, the City’s […]