Sept. 23, 2026 The Salt Lake City Arts Council and the Mayor’s Office are pleased to announce the appointment of Joel Long as Salt Lake City’s inaugural Poet Laureate. Selected through a competitive review conducted by a committee of literary professionals, educators, and community representatives, Long will serve a three-year term through June 2029. […]
Nick Stiles appointed as Salt Lake City’s sixth Justice Court judge
Sept 23, 2026 Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall has appointed Nick Stiles to a newly created sixth judgeship on the Salt Lake City Justice Court, which the City Council approved Tuesday night. The City’s Justice Court is the part of the court system many residents are most likely to interact with. It handles Class B and […]
LiveSwitch to expand in Downtown Salt Lake City, support small businesses
Sept. 22, 2026 Following LiveSwitch’s expansion to Salt Lake City, the technology provider is creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs LiveSwitch, a video communications technology company, has expanded in Downtown Salt Lake City, drawn here by the city’s shared values, particularly its support for entrepreneurs and community partnerships. Their expansion brings new opportunities to help local […]
Salt Lake City to celebrate National Public Lands Day
Sept. 22, 2026 Salt Lake City invites residents and visitors to celebrate National Public Lands Day–the nation’s single largest day of celebration for public lands that provides an opportunity for people to connect with parks, trails, and natural areas. Hosted by the Department of Public Lands, the community is invited to stroll or bike […]
Salt Lake City’s newly revitalized Steenblik Park is complete
Sept. 21, 2026 Steenblik Park, located at 1050 W. 800 North, is now open to the public following major revitalization. The project marks an important milestone for Salt Lake City’s Department of Public Lands as the first existing park to receive a full renovation through the Parks, Trails, and Open Space General Obligation (GO) Bond. […]
Salt Lake City, Chelsea Investment Corporation Break Ground on 96 Affordable Homes in Ballpark
Sept. 8, 2026 Salt Lake City and Chelsea Investment Corporation broke ground Thursday on Camden Court, a 96-unit affordable housing development at 1283 S. 400 W. in the Ballpark neighborhood. The seven-story development will provide 96 income-restricted apartments for households earning 60% of area median income or less. Camden Court will include 36 one-bedroom, […]
Your idea could become Salt Lake City’s next capital improvement project
Sept. 1, 2026 Salt Lake City is inviting residents, neighborhood groups, and neighborhood business district organizations to submit ideas for major improvements in their communities through the City’s annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Unlike a traditional city budget process, Salt Lake City’s CIP gives residents a direct way to propose projects for City funding—not just comment on […]
Salt Lake City reveals plan to create a safer, more connected and comfortable 500 West
Aug. 27, 2026 Salt Lake City has unveiled a concept plan, drafted in coordination with property owners and adjacent businesses, for the future of 500 West, an important north-south corridor connecting the 9-Line to Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub, as well as the North Temple FrontRunner Station and Folsom Trail. The City is seeking public input […]
Miller Bird Refuge and Nature Park to close temporarily for improvements
Aug. 21, 2026 Salt Lake City’s Department of Public Lands will temporarily close Miller Bird Refuge and Nature Park, 900 S. Diestel Rd., Aug. 24, 2026, for trail improvements and historic structure preservation. Located in the Yalecrest neighborhood, the 8.75-acre park will reopen in Dec. 2026. “Miller Bird Refuge and Nature Park is a beloved community open space,” said Amy Reid, project manager for the Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands. “Its historic stone walls, bridges, […]
Salt Lake City CRA invests another $7 million in affordable housing, homeownership
Aug. 18, 2026 The Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA) is making $7 million available to support affordable housing development and expand homeownership opportunities across Salt Lake City. The funding is available through competitive programs: “Salt Lake City families need more housing choices at every stage of life, including opportunities to own a home […]