After decades of planning and vision, the Midvalley Express Bus Rapid Transit line is now operating through Taylorsville. The new MVX line, identified as Route 50X, began its service on April 12.
The route connects West Valley Central and Murray Central, offering direct east-west transit service that includes traveling along 4700 South in Taylorsville.
In Taylorsville, the MVX serves as a key corridor transportation option intended to support economic development, mobility, and quality of life. The project includes the integration of public art into seven Taylorsville stations and the SLCC roundabout.
A total of 15 separate art pieces have been incorporated to reflect city identity. This custom glass panel artwork was developed through a Utah Transit Authority public art project in collaboration with Taylorsville City and Salt Lake Community College, featuring designs inspired by local culture, people, and natural landscapes.
Specific station artworks include Chelsea Blosil's A Summer Evening Over the Wasatch Mountains at 4500 S. 2700 West Northbound, Elizabeth Carrington's Something Like This at Riverboat, and Mercedes Ng's Boys with Apple at SLCC – Taylorsville #1.
Mayor Kristie Overson stated that the project represents the result of decades of vision, planning, and persistence. Following a field trip on May 26, the Mayor and City Council members praised the service for its convenience and potential to strengthen regional connections.
The MVX line is designed to link riders to healthcare, shopping, schools, employment centers, and planned developments. The project was funded through a grant from the Federal Transit Administration, with support from local partners and the State of Utah.
MVX will operate with zero fares through April 2029, allowing riders to use the service at no cost for three years.
