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New Civilian Review Board ‘enhances transparency’ of police work

Feb 23, 2022 06:58PM ● By Bill Hardesty

After two years of work, the SSL Civilian Review Board is ready to go.

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Debate over elected officials’ compensation continues with city council, mayor

Feb 23, 2022 06:56PM ● By Bill Hardesty

A resolution to repeal the Elected Officials Compensation Commission brought up old issues including political manipulation, shaming campaign against the mayor, and gender discrimination. The mayor has not received any pay increase since 2011.

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City’s finance director retires after 17 years

Feb 07, 2022 03:10PM ● By Bill Hardesty

After a 37-year career with South Salt Lake and the last 17 years as the Director of Finance, Kyle Kershaw retired. Crystal Makin becomes the new director.

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How much does South Salt Lake receive in grants and donations?

Jan 31, 2022 02:49PM ● By Bill Hardesty

Between grants, corporate donations and nonprofit donations, there is a lot of funding out there. Is SSL getting their fair share?

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Four sworn-in elected officials discuss their priorities for city

Jan 25, 2022 02:11PM ● By Bill Hardesty

Mayor Cherie Wood (fourth time), Sharla Bynum (third time), Corey Thomas (second time), and Clarissa Williams (first time) were sworn into office on Jan. 3.

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Some Ho! Ho! Ho! with a breakfast to-go at annual Santa event

Jan 13, 2022 12:19PM ● By Bill Hardesty

SSL Recreation Department and the SSL Lions Club sponsor the annual Breakfast with Santa—with a twist.

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City officials and residents share opinions on changing SSL

Jan 03, 2022 04:07PM ● By Bill Hardesty

SSL 2021 is different than SSL 2010. What does the 2020 Census show? What do officials and residents think?

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Central Valley Water Reclamation budget increases by more than 5%

Dec 13, 2021 02:59PM ● By Bill Hardesty

With the passage of the CVWRF 2022 budget that included a 5.31% increase, your sewer fee most likely is going up.

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Measuring the impact of ranked choice voting

Dec 07, 2021 02:03PM ● By Justin Adams

Ranked choice voting proponents suggest that fully ranking every candidate on the ballot is voters’ best way to maximize their voice.

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City, AARP, FitLot create exercise park geared to healthy aging

Dec 06, 2021 03:34PM ● By Bill Hardesty

The newest FitLot Park, the only one in the state, was opened Oct. 21. The outdoor park is designed for older adults.

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