Salt Lake City Council Work Session - 06/02/2026

The Salt Lake City Council held a work session on June 2, 2026, covering a broad range of topics including community planning updates, public lands projects, homelessness resources, and several budget discussions. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $1 million grant for Glendel Regional Park improvements, including a skate park and pump tracks, and the commencement of construction projects such as Donner Trail Park and Liberty Park playground enhancements. The council reviewed proposed amendments to landscaping ordinances, particularly regarding artificial turf usage, with extensive debate on environmental impacts and enforcement challenges. Budget presentations were made for the City Attorney's Office, including funding for additional legal staff aligned with a new justice court judge, and the Insurance and Risk Management Fund, which covers employee benefits and liability costs. The Sustainability Department proposed a 9% increase in waste collection fees and a 2.4% increase in glass recycling service fees, with discussions on maintaining service levels and potential revenue sources. Updates on mobile business ordinance amendments were presented to align with state code changes, affecting food trucks and vending carts operating on private property. The council also received an update on Opportunity Zones nominations aimed at encouraging investment in low-income neighborhoods, with a focus on economic development and tax incentives. Several board appointments were made, including to the Metropolitan Water District Board and the Racial Equity and Policing Commission. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter a closed session to discuss collective bargaining and legal matters.