A new addition to a major transportation bill in the Utah Legislature, SB195, sponsored by Sen. Wayne Harper, is causing concern for Salt Lake City as it includes a temporary halt on road projects that would reduce traffic flow. Senate President Stuart Adams explained that this pause is to consider downtown redevelopment plans, specifically mentioning the need to assess how road projects, like 300 West, fit into the overall vision for the city. Salt Lake City is the only city affected by this provision, which would halt certain road projects from May 2025 to March 2026.
In response, Salt Lake City officials are working with Harper to address the implications of this measure and find a way forward. While Sen. Jen Plumb, who voted against the bill, emphasized the need for thoughtfulness and state involvement in city projects, no committee hearing has been scheduled in the House of Representatives yet. The legislative session is set to end in two weeks.
The bill is part of a larger effort to reassess and possibly rejuvenate downtown Salt Lake City, focusing on the proposed development of a sports, entertainment, culture, and convention district around the Delta Center. Harper and city officials recently met to discuss the issue and plan to continue their discussions next week. Stay tuned for updates on how this bill will impact the city’s future road projects and redevelopment plans.
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