In September, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) temporarily suspended the Woods Cross and Lehi Quiet Zones due to non-compliant train crossings within the zones. As a result, train horns will sound at crossings from Ogden to Provo until all crossings meet Quiet Zone regulations. The cities are actively working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible. This page will be updated regularly during the suspension. […]

The Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District (SLCMAD) plans to increase property taxes for Salt Lake City residents in 2025. The SLCMAD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and a potential vote on the proposed tax increase on Dec. 19, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the district facilities. If approved by the board, the increase will take effect in Nov. 2025 […]

The Council-approved Fiscal Year 2024-25 (FY25) City Budget started July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Changes or adjustments to the adopted budget go through the budget amendment process. Amendments can happen several times yearly and include proposed project additions and modifications.  […]

The Council is reviewing a proposal to create a new zoning district known as the Jordan River Fairpark (JRF) District. […]

The Council is reviewing proposed zoning changes that would require new gas stations to be a certain distance from a river, stream, or other water body. The changes would also create distance requirements for new gas stations in relation to parks or open space areas over a certain size. These changes aim to preserve and protect water sources and open space areas. […]

The Council is considering compensation changes for Council Members. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to hold a follow-up discussion about Council Member compensation at its Tuesday, Sept. 10, 3 p.m. work session meeting. The discussion is anticipated to begin at approximately 5 p.m. […]