Arguing the State violated both the Ripper Clause and Equal Protection Clause of Utah Constitution, City asks Court to rule on legal merits of case. Today, attorneys with Salt Lake City filed a motion for summary judgment, with the Third District Court, in the City’s lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Utah Inland Port Authority […]
Salt Lake City and UTA to officially launch new city transit service during Monday’s commute
Mayor Biskupski, Council Member Charlie Luke, and UTA Board Chair Carlton Christensen will make a “toast to transit” at Salt Lake Central Station at 7:00 am on August 12th. A new era for transit in Salt Lake City will begin on Sunday, August 11th, when the first phase of the City’s Transit Master Plan is […]
America’s mayors support Mayor Biskupski’s call for a national price on carbon emissions
Today at their summer gathering, the United States Conference of Mayors formally adopted a resolution introduced by Mayor Jackie Biskupski, urging congressional action to combat the impact of climate change through a national price on carbon emissions. Resolution 66 asks Congress to adopt legislation that imposes a price on carbon emissions sufficient enough to reduce […]
United Nations Civil Society Conference in SLC
Salt Lake City is proud to host the 2019 United Nations Civil Society Conference in August. This year’s theme is “Building Inclusive and Sustainable Communities.” The annual conference attracts between 2,000 – 4,000 representatives from over 300 non-governmental organizations representing more than 80 countries.
Salt Lake City Mayor’s Artists Awards honor art educators, visual artists, museum initiative and a rock n’ roll camp
Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski is pleased to announce the winners of the 2019 Mayor’s Artists Awards, which will be presented in conjunction with the Utah Arts Festival on Friday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Washington Square. A Utah Arts Festival tradition for more than 25 years, the Mayor’s Artist Awards recognize individuals […]
Mayor Biskupski presents $330 million-dollar City budget with focus on parks, housing, transit, police, and roads
Tonight, Mayor Jackie Biskupski presented her recommended General Fund Budget for fiscal year 2020, describing it as the “culmination of the work” her Administration and City Council have done together over the last three years. The $330 million-dollar General Fund Budget represents an overall growth of $28 million-dollars, including increased revenue from property and sales-tax […]
Prioritizing family and duty to office Mayor Biskupski withdraws from 2019 race
‘My commitment to my family and my role as Mayor must be my top priorities over being a candidate’ Salt Lake City – Today, Mayor Biskupski ended her campaign for a second term as mayor of Salt Lake City. At an afternoon meeting, she informed City Department leaders and the Mayor’s Office staff of her […]
Mayor Biskupski files lawsuit challenging Inland Port Authority
“Moments ago, the Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office, at my direction, filed a lawsuit with the 3rd Judicial District Court of Utah challenging the constitutionality of legislation which created the Inland Port Authority—usurping the City’s taxing and land use authority over one-third of Salt Lake City. I have been clear since last year that I believe […]
SLC to Host 2019 United Nations Civil Society Conference
Salt Lake City will host the 68th United Nations Civil Society Conference on August 26 – 28 th 2019. The annual conference attracts 2,000-4,000 representatives from over 300 non-governmental organizations representing more than 80 countries. Each Conference focuses on a different UN topic of interest related to the work of civil society and NGOs. This year’s conference will […]
Salt Lake City Mayor addresses housing, transit, clean air, and public safety in 2019 State of the City address
Tonight, Salt Lake City Mayor, Mayor Jackie Biskupski, addressed the challenges, successes, and opportunities facing the Capital City. Addressing her constituents in “the commons” at East High School, Mayor Biskupski spoke openly and honestly about the direction in which she and her team are steering this City. Mayor Biskupski opened her speech by acknowledging what […]