Salt Lake City Mayor’s Newsletter
Dear Salt Lakers,
October has given us plenty to celebrate. The Utah Mammoth kicked off their third season, and I know I’m not alone in wondering whether this could be the year our team makes a run at the Stanley Cup.
Meanwhile, our beloved
Whale got a fresh new look,
and the
rain arrived just days later.
All hail the Whale! 🐋 Last time the Whale was repainted, a record-setting winter followed, earning the
Whale’s reputation as Salt Lake City’s unofficial snowmaker.
Could the Whale work its magic again this year? Here’s hoping for a healthy snowpack!
The New SLC is complete
It’s official: construction on The New SLC airport is complete. This week, we celebrated the opening of the final seven gates, officially opened six new concessionaires, and unveiled “Crossroads of the World,” a new art installation by Gordon Huether.
We’re excited to welcome visitors, but I hope Salt Lakers remember that it is your airport, too. We built it first and foremost for the people who live here and need a safe, dependable way to connect with the rest of the country and the world. Safe travels!
Rotary Playground reopens at Liberty Park
After a year of transformation, Rotary Play Park has reopened with a more inclusive, accessible, and imaginative space where children of all abilities can play together.
Supported by $3 million from the City’s
Parks, Trails, and Open Space General Obligation Bond
and $2 million in Park Impact Fees, the improvements include a climbing tower, accessible carousel, splash zone, meadow maze, sensory and adaptive features, and more opportunities for exploration, movement, and shared play.
Rotary Play Park is the third park upgraded through the GO Bond, following the recent reopenings of
Steenblik Park
and
Donner Park.
Pioneer Park is next, with its reopening planned for November. These investments reflect our commitment to creating welcoming public spaces where every resident can connect, play, and belong.
Nominate a Human Rights honoree
Do you know someone making a meaningful difference in Salt Lake City?
Every day, people and organizations across our city work to advance human rights, build understanding and strengthen our diverse communities. The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission invites you to recognize their impact by nominating an individual or organization for the 2026 Human Rights Day Awards.
Nominations are open through Wednesday, November 4. Visit
slc.gov/human-rights-day
to learn more about the award categories and submit a nomination.
Let’s celebrate the people and organizations helping make Salt Lake City a more inclusive, welcoming and compassionate place for everyone.
Inside Salt Lake City’s drinking water system
Community Council chairs from across Salt Lake City joined me for a behind-the-scenes look at
Salt Lake City’s Public Utilities’ Parleys Water Treatment Plant and Mountain Dell Dam.
More than 60 years old, the treatment plant helps deliver our city’s high-quality drinking water, with crews working 24/7 to treat up to 38 million gallons every day. Water from our canyons can reach your faucet in less than 24 hours!
It’s an impressive feat made possible by the extensive infrastructure that collects, treats and delivers this essential resource to our homes and businesses. Investing in and maintaining these systems is vital to keeping our water safe and reliable for generations to come.
Free upcoming events
Looking for affordable ways to enjoy this season with family and friends? These free community events happening across Salt Lake City offer something for everyone.
Nov. 1-3
University of Utah School of Music’s 2026 Utah Liszt Festival and Competition
Libby Gardner Hall
Nov. 2 | 4 p.m.
Día de Muertos Festival Series Finale
Salt Lake City Public Library Day-Riverside Branch
Nov. 2 | 7 p.m.
Salt Lake Acting Company’s Women+ on the Edge of Democracy
Chapel Theater
Nov. 7-20
24th Annual Glass Art Guild of Utah “Glass in the Garden”
Red Butte Garden and Arboretum – Utah’s Botanical Garden
Nov. 7 | 11 a.m.
Avalanche Awareness in the Foothills
1206 W 200 South
Nov. 11 | 11 a.m.
Meditation Chapel Tour: Veterans Day
450 North Canyon Road
Nov. 21 | 1 p.m.
Third Saturday for Families: Printmaking
410 Campus Center Drive
As always, feel free to reach out to me at
mayor@slc.gov.
Your friend,
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