Today, April 22, 2016, Mayor Jackie Biskupski announced the launch of www.slc911.com, a new website devoted to clear communication with the public on needed improvements among Salt Lake City 911 Dispatch, Salt Lake City Police Department, and Salt Lake City Fire Department. The site is the delivery of a promise Mayor Biskupski made in her […]
An open letter to our friends doing business in north carolina & MISSISSIPPI:
We understand many of you are rightfully concerned about the recent passage of HB2 in North Carolina and HB1523 in Mississippi, bills that undermine the progress we have made as a country toward equality for LGBTQ people. Over the last year, business has played a large role in keeping reactionary bills like HB2 and HB1523 […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski and Salt Lake City recognizes World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Awareness Month
In recognition of World Autism Awareness Day, Mayor Jackie Biskupski has called for the City and County Building to be lit blue on Saturday, April 2nd. Mayor Biskupski will also issue a proclamation declaring April Autism Awareness Month in Salt Lake City. “Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States and in […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski to recognize Women’s History Month by honoring health care pioneers and supporting U.N. effort to end discrimination
Mayor Jackie Biskupski will issue her first proclamation on Tuesday, March 29, declaring it “Kristen Ries and Maggie Snyder Day” in Salt Lake City. The ceremony will honor the two women who provided pioneering and compassionate health care for people with HIV/AIDS during the early years of the epidemic in Salt Lake City and County. […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski’s statement on resignation of Director of Public Services April Townsend
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski accepted the resignation of April Townsend, Director of the Department of Public Services. “April Townsend has chosen to leave her position with the city, and I have accepted her resignation,” said Mayor Biskupski on the announcement. “April is highly qualified and an excellent choice to lead the Department of Public Services, […]
Mayor Biskupski welcomes delegation from the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Today, I am pleased to welcome a delegation from the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, led by Hong Kong Commissioner to the United States, Clement C.M. Leung, JP. Mr. Leung is the most senior representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government in North America. As Commissioner, he directs the Hong […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski’s statement on officer involved shooting on Rio Grande Street
“Like many in our community, I am deeply saddened and concerned by the events that took place in Downtown Salt Lake City last night. While the shooting is still under investigation, there is no doubt what happened is a tragedy for all involved and for our entire city. “The use of force by law enforcement […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski’s statement on reappointment of Executive Director of the SLC Department of Airports
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski announced the reappointment of Maureen Riley as Executive Director of the Salt Lake City Department of Airports. The Department of Airports oversees a portfolio of three airports, including Salt Lake International Airport, South Valley Regional Airport in West Jordan, and Tooele Valley Airport in Erda, Utah. “We are at a critical […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski’s 2016 State of the City Address
When I took office a few weeks ago, I spoke about building a city for everyone. A city where mind, body, and spirit can thrive. I took an oath to not only defend the laws of the land, but to humbly serve the people of Salt Lake City–and this is a promise I will keep. […]
Mayor Jackie Biskupski’s statement on appointment of Director of Human Resources
Today, Mayor Jackie Biskupski announced she will appoint Julio Garcia to oversee Salt Lake City’s Department of Human Resources. “Julio is a forward thinking manager. His experience in human resources has focused on employee learning, succession planning, performance management, and employee engagement,” said Mayor Biskupski on her choice. “Our city employees must feel safe and […]