How Budgeting Works in South Jordan

As the new year begins, City staff along with the City Council begin in earnest to put together the City’s budget for the next fiscal year, which will begin July 1st. For the past eight years, the City has utilized a strategic budgeting methodol...

Property Taxes Fund Public Safety

Did you know that City property taxes fund our Police and Fire Departments? In fact, South Jordan City uses those property taxes to pay for 100% of your Police Department and approximately 19% of your Fire Department. The rest of the Fire Department fundi...

Tax Education 101 - Parks

South Jordan’s parks and trails are beautiful. South Jordan has 35 city parks, more than 9 miles of trails, 3 fishing ponds, 68 acres of natural open space and boasts a variety of recreational fields and courts throughout the city. 

Providing a va...

9800 South & Bangerter Interchange Update

Bangerter will go under 9800 South similar to the intersections at 10400 South and 11400 South. UDOT will have a construction company under contract by July of 2023. Construction is expected to start late fall of 2023. Closure timing of the east/west traf...

Mayor's Corner - City Infrastructure

I am thrilled to share with you some exciting updates on our city’s infrastructure progress. Our city is proud to have some of the best planning and engineering teams in the state. Thanks to their tireless work and that of our City Council, we h...

Contruction Projects for 2023

This year will be an exciting one for finishing projects in the City. Below are a few project highlights and updates.

Heritage Park Splash Pad

The underground plumbing is complete, and about 50% of the splash pad concrete is complete. Crews are finishing th...

Still Wondering When You Will Get Google Fiber?

Google Fiber construction crews are about to hit the streets again to bring service to more areas in South Jordan. 

What is the status of Google Fiber in South Jordan? 

Construction began spring of last year, with pauses for winter weather...

Focus Newsletter March 2023

Garbage & Recycling Routes Changing

Curbside garbage and recycling can pick-up days for several neighborhoods in South Jordan will change the first week of March 2023 (including garbage days that fall on February 27 - 28.) These changes serve to accommodate the growing population and make g...

Making a City Great

What makes a great city? It is a pressing question because by the year 2030 five billion people—60 percent of the world’s population—will live in cities, compared with 3.6 billion today, turbo-charging the world’s e...

Rio Tinto Kennecott Annexation Information

Rio Tinto Kennecott recently requested to annex 2,200 acres of land into the City of South Jordan. This is the first step in a process that will include public input and planning. Here's a short video. For more information visit kennecottlands.co...

Focus Newsletter February 2023

State of the City Address to Residents

Happy New Year, friends! I hope this finds you happy and healthy. 

2022 was a wonderful year for South Jordan. Our City is known for its unique neighborhoods, sense of community, beautiful parks, high quality of life, and a business-friendly econo...

Renewing Our Commitment to a Sustainable Community

As the new year begins, we’re reflecting on the first year achievements of our Wattsmart Communities program and Energy Action Plan. In partnership with Rocky Mountain Power (RMP), South Jordan brought together elected officials, staff, and key community ...

Focus Newsletter January 2023

Rio Tinto Kennecott South Jordan Annexation

South Jordan just received the petition from Rio Tinto to annex land into South Jordan for another successful planned community in the southwest part of the valley. There will be many opportunities for the community to be part of a very public process. An...

Snow Plowing - What You Need to Know

View the interactive map of no-parking areas for snow events.

View the interactive snow plow route map.

How does the Public Works Department manage plowing resources?

South Jordan City is split into five zones for crews to plow. Public Works has 12 large tru...

Shop Local During the Holidays

It's the holiday season, and that means giving to your community, those less fortunate than yourself, and the ones you love. A heart for service and giving are qualities we pride ourselves on here in South Jordan. When you choose to shop locally,...

Focus Newsletter December 2022

South Jordan Utah Leisure Guide November 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023

Focus Newsletter November 2022

Are You Part of the S.A.F.E. Neighborhoods Program?

What is the S.A.F.E. neighborhoods program?

S.A.F.E. stands for Schools Aid Families in Emergencies. This program offers free local training sessions, which teach individuals how to prepare themselves and their families on where to go after an earthquake. ...

Water Conservation & the Importance of Innovating New Water Solutions

Did you know that South Jordan imports 100% of its drinking water? The City has no water source of its own; the State is experiencing a generational drought, dwindling water resources, and a shrinking Great Salt Lake. For these reasons, the City of South ...

Mayor’s Corner: Staying Healthy and Happy in South Jordan

This is the time of year when many of us make goals to improve our health. I am grateful and proud that South Jordan offers so many opportunities to help each of us create a healthy lifestyle, and I encourage you to discover and participate in one or more...

Mayor's Corner: Gold Star Families Memorial Monument

We are bringing something to South Jordan that I am BEYOND excited about. We will be breaking ground on a beautiful Gold Star Families Memorial Monument on May 14, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at the South Jordan Public Safety Building Plaza, 10655 S. Redwood Road, S...

Mayor's Corner: Innovation and Progress

I wanted to share a few thoughts about innovation and progress. South Jordan has  been ahead of the game in many aspects of municipal government, including managing growth and planning for our future. This is thanks to the vision and leadership o...

Vehicle Fire, One Deceased Occupant UPDATE

On Monday, February 20th 2023, our Investigations Unit, in conjunction with our Tactical Team (SWAT), made the final arrest related to the November 24^th homicide investigation involving the body found inside a burning vehicle. A total of five related arre...

Daybreak Schools Placed in Lockout

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Suspicious Circumstance/Daybreak School Lockouts

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – February 1, 2023

Tuesday, January 31^st 2023 around 1 PM, several schools in the Daybreak area were asked to place their buildings into a “lockout&a...

Shooting at house party, victim taken to hospital in stable condition

Around 2:00 AM, we were called to a shooting at 6113 West Arranmore Drive. Officers arrived to find one male victim, age 31, who had been shot once, in both legs. Officers rendered medical aid until the paramedics arrived. The male victim was transported ...

Vehicle fire, deceased occupant found

On Thursday November 24^th, at approximately 7:00 PM, officers and firefighters were dispatched to a vehicle fire in the area of 11700 South Bingham Rim Road. The firefighters were able to quickly put the fire out at which point one deceased occupant was d...

Representative Burgess Owens Inspires South Jordan Youth Council

Rachael Van Cleave, Communications Manager/PIODirect: (801) 446-4357, Ext. 1240Cell: (385) 267-5413rvancleave@sjc.utah.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – October, 4, 2022— U.S. Congressman Burgess Owens met with the C...

South Jordan to Dedicate First Gold Star Families Memorial Monument in Salt Lake County

MEDIA INVITED:Dedication EventSeptember 7, 2022 at 6 p.m.South Jordan Public Safety Building Plaza10655 S. Redwood Road, South Jordan, UT 84095

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – September 6, 2022 – The City of South Jordan will dedicate the first ever Gold Star Families ...

City of South Jordan to Hold Community Development Block Grant Hearing

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – Residents and interested parties will get a chance to comment on South Jordan’s use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and community needs at a public hearing on September 6, 2022. 

“...

Ivory Homes Receives 2022 South Jordan Corporate Citizen Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – South Jordan City is pleased to present the 2022 South Jordan Corporate Citizen Award to Ivory Homes.

South Jordan City presents the Corporate Citizen Award annually to a business that has been a...

Larry H. Miller Real Estate, Daybreak, and South Jordan Work Together on Water Convservation

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – July 11, 2022—Larry H. Miller Real Estate (LHM Real Estate), the master-planned community of Daybreak, and the City of South Jordan are working together to make water conservation easier for Daybreak residents. 

“South Jordan of...

One of Two Juveniles in Accident Passes Away

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – July, 7, 2022 – One of the two 9-year-old juveniles injured in an accident yesterday has passed away. The second juvenile is in stable, but serious condition.

 “We are heartbroken to learn that a child in our community ...

South Jordan Police Respond to Vehicle Accident Involving Juveniles

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – July, 6, 2022 - Members of the South Jordan Police Department were dispatched to an accident involving two 9-year-old juveniles on an electric motor bike and a single vehicle. The accident occurred in the area of 2100 West 1140...

South Jordan Firefighters to Go Door-to-Door in High Wildland Fire Risk Areas

MEDIA ALERT Who: South Jordan Firefighters and residents, media invited What: Door-to-Door Fire Risk Education Campaign Where: Station #62, 4022 S Jordan Pkwy, South Jordan, UT 84095 (Followed by Bingham Creek neighborhood)&...

SoJo Summerfest Kicks Off Summer This Weekend

SOUTH JORDAN, UT – June 2, 2022 --The City of South Jordan is hosting its annual summer festival, SoJo Summerfest, with events, food, shows, and free activities for all ages, starting with Family Night on Thursday, June 2 and ending with a parad...

South Jordan to Break Ground on First Gold Star Families Memorial Monument in Salt Lake County

Rachael Van Cleave, Communications Manager/PIODirect: (801) 446-4357, Ext. 1240Cell: (385) 267-5413rvancleave@sjc.utah.gov

 MEDIA INVITED:Groundbreaking EventMay 14, 2022 at 10 a.m.South Jordan Public Safety Building Plaza10655 S. Redwood Road, So...

Creating a Safe Sense of Community

South Jordan City promotes a strong safety culture for the entire community and its workforce.

Delivering Reliable Public Infrastructure

South Jordan City plans, constructs, and maintains reliable infrastructure and public facilities that align with community needs.

Balancing the Regulatory Environment

South Jordan City establishes and implements clear, effective, and necessary regulations to protect the health, safety and welfare of the community.

Providing Desirable Amenities & Open Space

South Jordan City promotes a strong sense of place by providing parks, trails, open space, and a variety of art, cultural and recreational opportunities.

Fostering Economic Development

South Jordan City promotes economic development by facilitating efforts with employers and developers to increase the City’s tax base for a sustainable future.

Ensuring Sustainable Growth

South Jordan City promotes a sustainable community by planning for growth while aligning its resources.

Engaging the Community

South Jordan City promotes an engaged and informed community through a variety of effective methods to inform, educate, and connect with its residents.

Representing Responsible Governance

South Jordan City provides fiscally efficient and effective governance through best practices, innovation, program evaluation, competitive pay, professionalism and continuous improvement.