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Jordan River Water Trail Vegetation Project Resumes This Winter 

Posted on: February 6th, 2026

Jordan River Water Trail Vegetation Project Resumes This Winter  Restoration along the Jordan River Water Trail resumed on January 19, continuing the work that was done between 2022 and 2024. This is a multi-year effort to restore the health, safety, and accessibility of the river corridor.   After a productive fall season, vegetation maintenance will continue through the spring and summer until the current phase of the […]

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Salt Lake City unveils final design for Fairmont Park  

Posted on: February 4th, 2026

Salt Lake City unveils final design for Fairmont Park   Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands has unveiled the final concept design for Fairmont Park, marking an exciting milestone in the reimagining of one of the City’s most beloved neighborhood parks. Located at 1040 E. Sugarmont Dr. in the heart of Sugar House, the 27-acre park will be transformed through a community-driven […]

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Protected: Calling All SLC Dog Owners! Have you been to Parley’s Historic Nature Park?

Posted on: February 3rd, 2026

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Water Bags and Why We Don’t Use Them

Posted on: February 2nd, 2026

Water Bags and Why We Don’t Use Them Our Urban Forestry team often gets asked if they will be providing water bags to residents with newly planted trees. Although they have been included with your new tree in the past, the team has found that tree watering bags cause more trouble than they are worth. […]

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