Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski directed Salt Lake City’s real estate team to notify the owners of the proposed homeless resource center site located at 653 East Simpson Avenue that the City will be cancelling the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property. The City is currently in the due diligence period and has the option […]
Salt Lake City to resume curbside compost collection the week of February 27th
Warmer temperatures mean Salt Lake City’s Waste & Recycling Division will resume curbside compost can collection the week of February 27th – two weeks ahead of schedule. “We will continue to have some late-winter storms, but temperatures are on the rise and we know residents are eager to get outside and start working in their […]
Mayor Biskupski honors former mayor and senator Jake Garn
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski issued a Proclamation declaring February 16, 2017 as “Mayor Jake Garn Day in Salt Lake City.” Mayor Biskupski presented the honor to the former mayor and senator, during a visit he made with his family to City Hall. In the Proclamation, Mayor Biskupski highlighted Jake Garn’s service to his community and […]
Salt Lake City joins 20 cities in brief to Supreme Court on prolonged detention of immigrants by federal government
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski announced that Salt Lake City joined 20 cities and counties across the nation, in an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court, asking the Court to uphold important constitutional protections for immigrants held in prolonged mandatory immigration detention by the federal government. The brief, authored by the County of Santa […]
Salt Lake City seeking sustainable Farmers
Do you have a green thumb? If so, Salt Lake City has a unique opportunity for you to help maintain Salt Lake City’s agricultural heritage. The City is currently seeking applications from Farmers to grow fruits and vegetables on over 1.5 acres of City owned land adjacent to the Sorenson Unity Center at 1333 South […]
Salt Lake City and Salt Lake Chamber partner on the Third Annual Skyline Challenge to accelerate commercial building energy efficiency
As part of her mission to improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and form strong partnerships with the business community, Mayor Jackie Biskupski is pleased to launch the Third Annual Skyline Challenge—this year with the Salt Lake Chamber joining the roster of partners. The annual Skyline Challenge is a voluntary program to accelerate investment in […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski launches Salt Lake City’s first affordable housing plan since 2000
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski, along with city leaders from the Department of Community and Neighborhoods, the Housing Authority of Salt Lake, and community partners, launched Salt Lake City’s first affordable housing plan in 16 years, “Growing SLC: A Five-Year Plan 2017-2021.” The plan is designed to fundamentally shift the way housing is done in Salt […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski highlights progress on homelessness, economic development, sustainability, and other issues of opportunity and equity in her 2017 State of the City Address
Tonight, Mayor Jackie Biskupski delivered her 2017 State of the City Address at Salt Lake City’s Marmalade Library with a message of hope, equity, and opportunity underlying each accomplishment and goal for the coming year. The Mayor underscored the City’s responsibility to “foster hope, ensure equity, create opportunity, and to build a city for everyone,” […]
Mayor Biskupski issues draft policy for release of police body camera recordings, opens 30-day period of public engagement
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski issued a draft policy governing the release of police body camera recordings of critical incidents in Salt Lake City, while simultaneously inviting and encouraging the public to review the document and respond to it during a 30-day comment period. “In working to set a policy that balances the need for transparency […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski convenes leaders for Blue Ribbon Commission on Affordable Housing
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski convened the first meeting of a Blue Ribbon Commission on Affordable Housing. The Commission—called for in the Mayor’s affordable housing plan—will help develop a public-private partnership to leverage resources to tackle the housing crisis in Salt Lake City and beyond. The Blue Ribbon Commission includes representatives from Goldman Sachs, Zions Bank, […]