Salt Lake County Voters to Decide on $128 Million Parks and Recreation Bond in November

Salt Lake City, UT, August 19, 2026 —

Salt Lake County residents are set to decide in November on a significant $128 million bond aimed at enhancing recreational opportunities and public spaces throughout the region. If approved by voters, the bond will fund the development of new recreation facilities and improvements to existing parks and community centers without raising property taxes.

The proposed bond package outlines specific allocations for several key projects. A notable component is the funding for a new recreation center to be built in West Jordan. Additionally, the bond includes provisions for a civic campus in Salt Lake City. In Midvale, the funds will support the creation of a Union Park Recreation Center. The first phase of the Southwest Athletic Complex in Herriman is also slated for development under this bond initiative.

The initiative represents a substantial investment in the county’s public infrastructure, focusing on community well-being and access to recreational activities. The measure is expected to appear on ballots for the upcoming November election, allowing registered voters within Salt Lake County to weigh in on the proposed funding for these various projects.

The details of the bond, including its specific financial structure and the scope of each planned project, will be further elaborated as the election approaches. The commitment to not increase property taxes is a key aspect of the proposal, designed to garner broad support from residents.

Story summarized from the original created by Bridger Beal-Cvetko on www.deseret.com, see more information here.