Salt Lake City has a Mayor/Council form of government. The City Council is the legislative branch and works with the Mayor to serve residents.
The Council sets city policies and approves the annual budget. Each Council Member is elected to a four-year term and represents one of the city's seven districts with similar population sizes.
The Salt Lake City Council remains opposed to the proposed ICE mega detention facility. Without the information needed to fully evaluate its negative impacts, the City has determined that legal action is necessary to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, administrative procedures, and intergovernmental coordination requirements.
Join us in the conversation about the City budget and services! The Council meets weekly in May and June to review, discuss, and fine-tune the Mayor’s recommended City budget according to their priorities and public input. […]
On May 12, the District Four Council seat was determined to be vacant. The Council has until June 11, 2026, to fill the vacancy by appointing a member to complete the remaining term. Apply here. […]
The Council renamed a portion of 500 S between State Street and 700 East in honor of Dolores Huerta as “Dolores Huerta Boulevard.” […]