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Meeting Highlights

Council Takes Steps to Protect Salt Lake City’s Water Supply

The Salt Lake City Council has adopted an amendment to City code related to water conservation, along with a temporary land use regulation, to help safeguard the local water supply after a historically warm winter and reduced snowpack intensified the need to protect the city’s long-term future. The amendment limits new high water-use developments, builds consistency with existing land use regulations and will remain in place for up to six months while the City considers long-term zoning changes. Last week, the City also took steps to declare a stage 2 drought advisory calling for a reduction of 10 million gallons of water per day. 

These actions continue Salt Lake City’s legacy of responsible water stewardship and commitment to protecting natural resources and quality of life for our residents. The Council encourages residents to stay informed, conserve water where possible and participate in upcoming discussions about the City’s future.

Extending Public Transportation in Sugar House

The Council, acting as the Community Reinvestment Agency, approved the agreement between the city with the UTA and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), that will extend the Sugar House streetcar to near the Sugar House Shopping Center. Construction will begin later this spring and service is anticipated to begin late 2027.

“This extension may seem short, but its impact is huge and part of a long term efforts making it easier to choose transit, reduce traffic and support local businesses at the heart of Sugar House,” said District 7 Council Member Sarah Young. “This project reflects years of community vision, and I’m excited to see it come to life.”

Adjustments to Honorary Street Names

In response to recent reports regarding Cesar Chavez, a civil rights advocate, the Council discussed the process of honorary street name changes and potential ways to improve the process for the future, including options for gathering community input to replace the name.

Votes

The Council approved the following items:

• A rezone of 32 properties to align with the Rio Grande Master Plan. These height allowances will support long-term visions for growth and housing in the area (Learn More).
• New measures for addressing properties with ongoing illegal or disruptive activity. 
• A temporary street closure between March 2027 and October 2027 for the Temple Square Reopening Celebration (Learn More).
• An increased allocation to public safety measures in the Utah Inland Port Authority area. Earlier in the session, the Council was briefed on a study from the Sustainability Department to maximize future opportunities in the area and incorporate community priorities, including protecting wetlands, public health concerns, transit options and workforce development.
• Amendments to the Central Community Master Plan to develop a five-story residential building with ground-floor commercial space Downtown.

City & Community Updates

Recognizing Start by Believing & Education and Sharing Day

The Council joined Mayor Erin Mendenhall to recognize March 29 as Education and Sharing Day and April 1 as Start by Believing Day in Salt Lake City.

Education and Sharing Day

Start by Believing Day

Housing & Community Development Funding Allocations

The Council was briefed on the programs recommended for funding by the Mayor and Capital Improvement Program Advisory (CDCIP) Board for the upcoming fiscal year. Later, the Council held a public hearing to gather feedback on community needs related to the projects.

Next Council Meeting

Tuesday, April 7

The Council meets for their work session at 2 p.m. and ends at approximately 6:30 p.m. The formal meeting begins at 7 p.m. and ends upon the conclusion of items listed on the agenda.

Council staff can provide parking validations for the City Library.

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Scheduled Items