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. […]
Train Quiet Zone Temporary Suspension
On Sept. 30, 2024, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) temporarily suspended the entire Woods Cross Quiet Zone after identifying four non-compliant train crossings within the zone. As a result of the suspension, routine train horn sounding must be initiated at crossings from Ogden to Salt Lake City until all crossings meet Quiet Zone regulations.[…]
SLCMAD Property Tax Increase
On Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 2 p.m., the Salt Lake City Council will be briefed on the Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District’s (SLCMAD) plans to increase property taxes for Salt Lake City residents in 2025. The increase aims to cover rising daily operations costs due to inflation, build new facilities, and purchase a helicopter for mosquito treatment. […]
Salt Lake City Council Approves Sports, Entertainment, Culture, and Convention District
This evening, the Salt Lake City Council voted to approve the proposed Sports, Entertainment, Culture, and Convention District around the Delta Center and a 0.5% citywide sales tax increase to fund the project, including retrofitting the Delta Center to meet National Hockey League standards. The decision starts a major change in downtown Salt Lake City, including public benefits such as the revitalization of historic Japantown, public art, workforce development and more. […]
Salt Lake City Council to Consider Next Steps in Downtown Revitalization
The Salt Lake City Council released the below statement regarding their next steps in the proposed Sports, Entertainment, Culture and Convention District process. […]
April 16, 2024 Meetings
The Council was updated on the progress of SB 272, the Capital City Revitalization Zone Bill, held a public hearing and approved an ordinance to enhance enforcement on unlawful construction and demolition in historic zones, received a briefing, accepted public comment, and continued the public hearing on Connect SLC, a visioning document that will guide the next 20 years of transportation projects in the City, and more […]
Community Benefit & Tenant Displacement Amendments
The City Council approved several changes to City Code to implement policies identified in Thriving in Place. The changes aim to prevent the loss of existing affordable housing, mitigate displacement, and encourage development that benefits the community. […]
Council Statement on Updated Public Comment Policy
Today, we updated the general public comment policy to preserve our ability to effectively conduct City business and maintain a safe and welcoming public forum for all constituents. Going forward, we will allot one hour for public comments on general topics not otherwise scheduled on the meeting agenda. […]
Salt Lake City Issues Statement on H.B. 257
Salt Lake City strongly opposes H.B. 257. This bill sends a hostile and demeaning message to transgender and non-binary Utahns and creates greater division in our community by compromising the safety and dignity of certain groups of people over others. […]
Public Input Requested on Salt Lake City Council Budget Process
The Salt Lake City Council invites the public to share feedback on the proposed FY2023-24 City budget during the first of two scheduled public hearings tonight at 7 p.m. Constituents are encouraged to tell Council Members about the City services and projects they believe should be prioritized while the Council works to balance the budget.