Meeting Highlights
Salt Lake City Public Library’s Collective Bargaining Agreement
The Council unanimously approved the collective bargaining agreement for Salt Lake City Public Library. The terms of the agreement, based on the employees’ negotiations, including wage increases and benefits, are projected without requiring a tax increase.
“In this historic moment, we proudly make clear where the Salt Lake City Council stands on collective bargaining,” said Council Chair Alejandro “Ale” Puy. “Strong unions help create stable jobs, better services and a workforce that can stay and grow in our city. Supporting workers is not just the right thing to do—it’s good for Salt Lake City’s long-term success.”
Budget Amendment No. 4
The Council received a briefing and accepted public comment on Budget Amendment No. 4, which includes funding for a mobile command center for the Police Department, additional training, staffing, and equipment for the Fire Department, and updated parking signs throughout the City.
Black History Month
Local members of the NAACP chapter joined the Council and Mayor Mendenhall in recognizing February as Black History Month in Salt Lake City.
Other Highlights
In addition to usual city business, the Council also covered:
- A weekly briefing regarding the current Utah State Legislative Session and proposed bills that may impact Salt Lake City’s operations, budget or residents. (Watch)
- A public benefit analysis for The Grove, a project that would create 196 affordable housing units and provide residents the opportunity to participate in a wealth-building program. The development would preserve the historic Northwest Pipeline Building—one of Utah’s few remaining examples of international-style architecture—and include commercial space, a parking structure and a public plaza. (Watch)
- Issuance of the General Obligation Bond for Parks, Trails, and Open Space to improve public green space. (Watch)
- A proposal to rezone properties in the Rio Grande District to support long-term city development for a vibrant and walkable Downtown. (Watch)
- A public hearing on a rezone at 265 E 100 S. (Watch)
Updates from the Administration
Community Engagement
Salt Lake City believes public input is essential to making the right decisions for our city. Visit the City’s website for a list of projects currently collecting feedback.
Homelessness
Unsheltered Utah needs volunteers for their Code Blue Movie Nights! “Code Blue” is a response to an extreme and emergent weather event when temperatures dip to 15 degrees or below, including wind chill.
If you or someone you know is experiencing or is at risk of experiencing homelessness, call 801-990-9999.
Next Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 (C.R.A and Work Session Only)
The Council meets as the Community Reinvestment Agency (C.R.A.) at 2 p.m. and the Council’s work session begins following the C.R.A. meeting and ends at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Council staff can provide parking validations for the City Library.
*Please confirm meeting times on agendas 24 hours in advance*
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