Tooele is getting a brand-new railroad line, the first one built in Utah in decades. It’s a major move to boost local logistics, which should bring more industrial jobs and growth right to our area.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 5 the 90 before that.
The project will cost $1,300,052.78, funded through the RDA.
Local businesses and the city's economic development efforts.
Existing residents who feel current services are already overstretched.
The city is proposing to narrow James Way by 9 feet. This could change how the street is used or maintained in the future.
The Tooele County Parks & Recreation department celebrated the grand re-opening of the EnergerySolutions Aquatic Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, June 1 at 12 p.m. Many Tooele County residents arrived early to secure their pass and be...
The Utah Department of Transportation and Tooele City will not proceed with the proposed traffic signal and raised median at the intersection of SR-36—Tooele City’s Main Street—and Skyline Drive, according to an announcement released late last week b...
UDOT scraps Tooele road project after public comment drew mixed reactions KUTV
The city is spending over $2.6 million on new equipment to help dry out waste at the water plant. It's a big investment to keep our utilities running smoothly.
The city is drilling a new well to support water needs, but it's costing more than expected due to drilling challenges.
Residents are asking the city to keep pickleball nets up all year, even when restrooms are closed, and are pushing for more courts on the south side of town to handle growth.
The city needs a new place to store road salt to keep our streets clear in the winter. They are building a new shed on Rogers Street, which will also include a new water well.
The city is designating Canyon Road as a 'substandard' street. This prevents the city from requiring developers to build curbs and sidewalks that would actually cause flooding for existing homes.
A resident requested that the city add lighting to the Dow James Memorial Park skate park to improve safety and extend usage hours during the winter.
The city is investing in road upgrades to keep up with the rapid growth of the industrial park. These improvements are expected to help attract new businesses and support existing ones.
Tooele County hires lobbyist to push for Midvalley Highway expansion KSLTV.com
The city is chip sealing specific road sections to preserve pavement and avoid costly future repairs.
The city is expanding the golf course parking lot to stop cars from parking on the street. This should make the area safer and less congested for neighbors.
The city is continuing its 50-50 sidewalk replacement program to help residents fix damaged sidewalks. They are also doing city-led repairs in high-need areas.
Residents are worried that rapid housing growth is outpacing the city's ability to provide schools and medical care.
The city is widening 200 West to improve traffic flow and safety. The Council also ensured a new sidewalk will be included to help students walk to school safely.
The city is investing in significant road repairs, including slurry seals, chip seals, and mill-and-overlay projects, to address deteriorating streets like Southwest Drive.
Tooele County to receive Utah’s first new railroad in decades KSL TV 5
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