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Salt Lake City Council Brings Local Government to the Fairpark

Posted on:September 21st, 2026
The Salt Lake City Council is bringing City Hall to the Westside for its annual off-site meeting at the Utah State Fairpark on Sept. 22. Residents are invited to connect with Council Members, share their thoughts and enjoy complimentary dinner and entertainment. [...]

Salt Lake City Council Members Host Westside Food Preservation Event for Residents

Posted on:September 10th, 2026
Salt Lake City Council Members Petro, Puy and Wharton invite residents to Canned with Care, a free, hands-on food preservation event with sessions offered in English and Spanish. [...]

Salt Lake City Council Hears Resident Input, Adopts Final Property Tax Rate and FY27 Budget  

Posted on:August 11th, 2026
The Salt Lake City Council finalized the adoption of the City’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27) budget and approved the final property tax rate following a public Truth in Taxation hearing. The meeting gave community members a formal opportunity to speak before the Council adopted the final budget of $2.1 billion. 

Council Statement on Statewide Fireworks Restrictions

Posted on:June 25th, 2026
Due to wildfires affecting communities across Utah and heightened risk from hot, dry conditions, the Salt Lake City Council welcomes Governor Spencer Cox’s decision to prohibit personal fireworks statewide through July 5. 

Salt Lake City Council Adopts FY 2026-27 Budget, Prioritizing Neighborhood Needs and Core Services   

Posted on:June 16th, 2026
The Salt Lake City Council adopted the City’s $2.1 billion Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27) budget on Tuesday, June 16, approving a spending plan focused on public safety, essential services, neighborhood infrastructure and thoughtful financial stewardship. 

Salt Lake City Council Appoints Jennifer Napier-Pearce to Fill District 4 Vacancy

Posted on:June 10th, 2026
The Salt Lake City Council has appointed Jennifer Napier-Pearce to represent District 4, which includes the Downtown area. Council Member Napier-Pearce was chosen after several rounds of voting and was sworn in immediately after. 

Council Statement on Lawsuit Related to Proposed ICE Detention Facility

Posted on:June 8th, 2026
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.

Salt Lake City Interviews Applicants to Fill District Four Seat

Posted on:June 8th, 2026
The Salt Lake City Council will interview applicants for the vacant District Four seat at its Tues., June 9 meeting.

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