What’s New in Local Government

Here’s a quick view of decisions and actions from our county council, city council and school board meetings. Want to see the full reports? Join the Salt Lake League’s County and Local Government Committee. Please contact observer-chair@lwvsl.org for more information.

  • Salt Lake County Council

    Meeting Date: 9/29/2026

    Scheduled public hearings will be held on 10/6/26 at 1:30 p.m. and at 6:00 pm, room N1-110 at the SLCo Government Center, 2001 So. State Street, SLC, Utah. to receive input re (a) issuance of the bonds and (b) any potential economic impact that the project to be financed with the proceeds of the bonds may have on the private sector. For info, see bonds and general obligation bonds.

  • Canyons School District Board of Education

    Meeting Date: 9/5/2026

    Reviewed policies and role of the School Community Council and criticality of ensuring that designated education Trust Lands are preserved and managed so that funding will be available for public education.

  • Salt Lake City Council

    Meeting Date: 9/8/2026

    Set dates for public hearing on Utility impact fee updates. See Utilities.

  • West Jordan

    Meeting Date: 6/17/2026

    Approved several land‑use and development items, including a conditional use permit for an adult‑day program, a multi‑building office project, and two rezonings (Susan Way and Immaculate Used Cars).

     Observer Lynda Sage suggests monitoring of station‑area planning and rezoning as these decisions influence long‑term growth, transportation access and environmental impacts.

  • Sandy City

    Meeting Date: 6/16/2026

    Made no decision on sale by Canyons School District of Crescent View Middle School 17 acres. Sandy City Parks and Rec is interested in purchasing for use as a community center and park.

    Hear comments on Mayor’s high salary, council wanting to end membership in Central Wasatch Commission, and encouragement to acquire Crescent Middle School and the open space included.


    Observer Kirby Croyle suggests attending public hearing re: 2026-27 city budget on 6/23/36 .

  • Salt Lake School District Board of Education

    Meeting Date: 2/17/26

    Heardboard member Anderson express concern that board is required by state legislature to buy ammunition for school guardians.


    Heard public comment from west side teacher requesting a plan to deal with ICE agents during pick up and drop off, messaging to families that we are a safe district, and plans to provide online education for those students who do not feel safe coming to school.


    Observer Donielle Ricci notes there will be two upcoming public comment periods specific to fee schedules during March which the public is encouraged to attend.