Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six! We’ve got the latest from the Council of Governments meeting on Monday, and the county council’s Wednesday meeting. This includes a review of the Transportation Sales Tax policy, information on the Utah Renewable Communities program, and much more!
Alright, let’s get into the news!
TOPIC 1: TRANSPORTATION TAX
The Council of Governments met earlier this week to discuss the Transportation Sales Tax, also known as the TST, which is a voter-approved .25% sales tax that pays for regionally significant transportation projects across Summit County. This includes things such as road improvements, active-transportation connections, transit, and safety projects that enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, and promote economic development.
The Council of Governments finalized its recommendation for how this year’s TST funds should be allocated. The County Council approved that recommendation during their meeting on Wednesday, meaning the 2025 project funding decisions are now set. This includes funding or partial funding for:
- A countywide vanpool program (Summit County)
- Upgrades to the bikeshare program (Summit County)
- The Hoytsville bridge replacement (Summit County)
- The Icy Springs Interchange project (Summit County)
- High Valley Transit’s SR-224 Bus Rapid Transit project (High Valley Transit)
- Phase 2 of Park City’s Thaynes Pathway project (Park City)
- Little Kate and Monitor Drive bike and pedestrian improvements (Park City)
- A transit signal priority technology upgrade in Park City (Park City)
Lastly, a total of $483,040.26 of Small Cities Grants will be awarded to Coalville, Henefer, Kamas, Oakley and Francis.
TOPIC 2: UTAH RENEWABLE COMMUNITIES
If you don’t already know, Utah Renewable Communities, or URC, is a coalition of 19 cities and counties, including Summit County, that are working with Rocky Mountain Power to provide a new option for clean energy. The program’s goal is to support the development of new clean energy sources that would match the amount of energy consumed by homes and businesses.
Before moving forward, the URC needs to be approved by the Utah Public Service Commission, which is reviewing the program now. There is a scheduled public hearing set for December 16 at 6 p.m. where anyone can share comments or ask questions. After the hearing, the Public Service Commission is expected to issue a decision as early as January 2026.
If the program is approved, Summit County would have 90 days to pass an ordinance to officially join. From there, Rocky Mountain Power would mail two opt-out notices to all local customers, giving them the choice to participate or stick with their current service.
If you are interested in attending the Public Service Commission hearing on December 16th, you can attend in person at the Heber M Wells Building in Salt Lake City, or virtually by going to summitcounty.info/URCmeeting.
TOPIC 3: CLINE DAHL PROPERTY
Next up is an update on the Cline Dahl property near Jeremy Ranch. This is a 30 acre site owned by Summit County that could include housing, a transit park-and-ride hub, and recreation amenities.
The current proposal from the developer team includes a recommendation to build more for sale units in place of rental units due to a revision in average income data. They are now proposing about 60% ownership and 40% rentals, with the overall plan calling for 173 total units.
The plan also includes community uses like a Basin Rec fieldhouse and space for a new Park City Fire District station, however details and final agreements are still being negotiated with the County and housing partners. Construction wouldn’t start until at least August 2026.
TOPIC 4: URE RANCH
Now moving on to Ure Ranch, the 848 acre property in the Kamas Meadows area of Eastern Summit County. On Wednesday, Council approved the conservation easements for the North Meadows and Recreation parcels located within Ure Ranch, ensuring the protection of the area’s natural and cultural features by limiting development.
These are just two of the six parcels that make up the Ure Ranch property. Staff will continue to advance the remaining four conservation easements for the rest of the property before the end of the year.
TOPIC 5: EAST CANYON ROAD CLOSURE
Quick reminder: East Canyon Road will begin its seasonal road closure on December 1st and will reopen on April 30th, 2026.
TOPIC 6: HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURES
To close out this week’s podcast, we want to wish all our listeners a happy Thanksgiving! As a reminder, Summit County offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of the holiday.
The Sheriff’s Office and local Fire/EMS crews will have limited staff working. Republic Services’ trash pickup will be delayed by one day for curbside pickup on Thursday and Friday. That means, residents who usually receive curbside pickup on Thursday should put their containers out on Friday morning, and Friday customers should put their containers out on Saturday morning.
All Summit County offices will return to regular hours on Monday, December 1. We hope all those traveling, stay safe and enjoy time with loved ones and friends!
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