TOPIC 1 – UDOT Wasatch Back dashboard 

We’ll get the ball rolling with some big news for Wasatch Back commuters! 

The Utah Department of Transportation (aka UDOT) is bringing increased communication to drivers traveling in Parleys Canyon and the Park City area.

UDOT Wasatch Back will provide real-time updates and driver education on social media (@udotwasatchback on Instagram, Facebook, and X) and at wasatchback.udot.utah.gov. This is an extension of the Roads to Recreation program that includes UDOT Cottonwood Canyons which has helped travelers navigate Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons since 2019.

Reporting in this new area will focus on I-80 in Parleys Canyon, US-40 between Silver Creek Junction and Mayflower, SR-224 from Kimball Junction into Park City, and SR-248 from Quinns Junction into Park City. It’s targeted toward drivers traveling to winter recreation destinations, but the information can be useful to anyone driving through this area.

Real-time updates begin January 22 and include major crash alerts, notifications of the Traction Law going into effect, ski resort parking status and other big impacts to traffic. During storms, footage of road conditions will show drivers exactly what to expect.

You can also find information about Summit County plowing routes and snow removal.

Check it out at wasatchback.udot.utah.gov.

TOPIC 2 – Text My Gov Launch Announcement

Have you signed up for Summit County’s new text-based alerts yet?

In December, Summit County launched a new communication platform for residents to connect with county services via TextMyGov. This service enables residents to effortlessly receive important non-emergency notifications and easily find specific information or report issues by texting the county.

Opt-in by texting the keyword “SUMMITCOUNTY” to the number 91896. After sending the initial keyword, you will be asked to reply “YES” to confirm opt-in. Residents may receive notifications for events, county service disruptions, and more.

For specific text alerts, text one of the following keywords to the number 91896:

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• For county road construction, snow plowing, and other updates from Public Works: text SCROADS
  
• For health advisories and other Health Department updates: text SCHEALTH
  
• For information on Summit Bike Share: text SCBIKE
  

Additional notification categories will be released in 2025. Beginning Spring 2025, residents can receive on-demand information 24/7 by texting 1-2 keywords to Summit County’s TextMyGov number, 435-495-4090. You’ll be able to get quick information about county departments and elected offices, and report concerns.

TOPIC 3 – Community Planning Lab Applications 

It’s time to apply for the SPRING 2025 Community Planning Lab, a 10-week course that can help YOU understand the processes that drive local planning and land use policy decisions. Learn more about the Community Planning Lab and apply today through January 27 at summitcounty.info/planninglab. 

TOPIC 4 – 910 Ranch Survey Open + Upcoming Open Houses

This is Summit County’s chance to help shape the future of the 910 Ranch:

There is a survey open through January 31 that will help the County gather vital public input for creating a balanced land management plan that reflects community sentiment, allows for recreation opportunities, and safeguards natural resources and conservation values. You can take the survey at: summitcounty.info/910survey 

You can also attend some open house events about planning for the 910 Ranch. All events will be held at the Sheldon Richins Building in Kimball Junction from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.

There will be two sessions in January, one is NEXT WEEK on January 21st + there is another on January 30th. At these sessions, there will be materials outside the scope of the survey that residents will have the opportunity to engage with. To be clear: there are two January opportunities to attend, but both events are structured the same.

At the Open House on March 18, event-goers can expect a recap of the data gathered from the survey and January Open House sessions. There will be an opportunity to submit questions to be answered by staff during a live Q+A.

Visit summitcounty.info/910ranch for history, details about the land acquisition, and how to stay involved.

TOPIC 5 Surplus Vehicles

The Summit County Auditor’s Office is accepting bids to purchase county surplus vehicles. 

Check out the available stock at summitcounty.info/surplus. To place a bid, the online bidding form can be found in the description of each vehicle. Bidding concludes end-of-day on January 27, 2025. 

The winning bid will be the highest reasonable bid submitted. If a tie occurs, the Auditor’s Office will accept the bid that was placed first. 

If you have any questions about how to bid or the process, contact the Summit County Auditor’s Office at (435) 336-3027 or auditor@summitcountyutah.gov.