The Council is reviewing proposed zoning changes from Mayor Mendenhall and her Administration 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 and stricter standards for any new gas station located near groundwater sources, or water that is found underground. […]

The Salt Lake County Council voted to put a $507 million bond on the November ballot. The ballot initiative aims to reduce crime, support community safety, address homelessness by investing in mental health services, and improve the criminal justice system by building a Justice and Accountability Center and improving and consolidating the County Jail. The Salt Lake City Council will have an informational briefing on the bond at its Sept. 17 Westside Council Meeting. […]

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. […]

On July 9, the Council unanimously endorsed the proposed participation agreement and project area. The Revitalization Zone Committee will review the agreement and project area before they return to the Council for final approval. At its Aug. 27 formal meeting, the Council adopted zoning changes to support the creation of the Sports, Entertainment, Culture, and Convention (SECC) District.