In a statement published September 22, 2026, the South Jordan Mayor reflected on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks. The mayor highlighted the community's involvement in the Utah Remembers: The 9/11 Project, an interactive museum experience hosted at the Bastian Agricultural Center.
The Utah Remembers project was described as a years-in-the-making effort brought to South Jordan to allow residents to remember, reflect, respect, and rededicate. The mayor noted that one thousand volunteers contributed their time, talent, or treasure to support the event. Additionally, donations from businesses, organizations, and community partners covered the total cost of bringing the exhibit to the city.
The mayor expressed gratitude for the partnership with Jennie Taylor and the Major Brent Taylor Foundation. The mayor noted having served on the board of the foundation, which was created by Jennie Taylor in honor of North Ogden Mayor Brent Taylor, who was killed in Afghanistan after serving alongside the South Jordan mayor for a short time.
The mayor observed that the event brought together various community members, including families, first responders, veterans, students, and guests from New York City who had worked at Ground Zero. The mayor remarked that the spirit of service honored by the September 11 memorial remains alive within the South Jordan community.
The mayor emphasized the importance of teaching children about the events of September 11 and remembering the unity and compassion shown by Americans on September 12, 2001, and in the months following that date.
