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DECEMBER 2025 CITY NEWSLETTER
Midvale Monthly with Mayor Gettel Exciting News for Midvale: A New Library for Our Community MIDVALE CITY DIRECTORY City Hall ...................................................801-567-7200 Finance/Utilities ...................................801-567-7200 Court ........................................................801-567-7265 City Attorney’s Office .........................801-567-7250 City Recorder/Human Resources ...801-567-7228 Community Development ...............801-567-7211 Public Works ..........................................801-567-7235 Ace Disposal/Recycling .....................801-363-9995 Midvale Historical Museum .............801-567-7285 Midvale Senior Center .......................385-468-3350 SL County Animal Services ..............385-468-7387 Communications .................................801-567-7230
MIDVALE CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS Mayor - Dustin Gettel Email: Dgettel@midvaleut.gov CITY COUNCIL District 1 - Bonnie Billings Email: Bbillings@midvaleut.gov District 2 - Paul Glover Email: Pglover@midvaleut.gov District 3 - Heidi Robinson Email: Hrobinson@midvaleut.gov District 4 - Bryant Brown Email: Bbrown@midvaleut.gov District 5 - Denece Mikolash Email: Dmikolash@midvaleut.gov
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A new chapter is beginning for Midvale, and I’m excited to share an important announcement about a project that will bring long-term value to our community: a brand-new modern County Library branch right here in our city. Both Salt Lake County and Midvale City have now unanimously approved the land sale that moves this project forward. The County Council approved the purchase in late October, and on November 18 our City Council followed with its own unanimous vote. It’s a big step toward bringing a new, modern library to the southwest corner of Midvale City Park at 362 West Center Street. For nearly 85 years, the Tyler Library has been a steady and wellloved presence in Midvale. Many residents have childhood memories of visiting the library, attending programs, or getting help with everything from schoolwork to tax preparation. But the truth is Midvale has outgrown the current building. We’re a city with big needs and even bigger potential, and we deserve a library that reflects that. We rely on the Tyler Library for so much: helping our kids learn, supporting job seekers, offering a variety of activities for seniors, and giving everyone access to the tools they need to improve their lives. Investing in a new library is investing in our people, and that’s something I’ll always champion. The County will now begin the next phase of the project, which includes selecting an architectural team and gathering input from our residents. I’m grateful they’re committed to listening to Midvale’s needs. In other communities, new libraries have included outdoor play spaces, amphitheaters, walking paths, rooftop gardens, expanded meeting rooms, and other features shaped directly by local voices. This new branch will not only bring new services and opportu-
nities, but it will also be beautifully integrated into our Midvale City Park. We’ve seen how popular green-space libraries have become in other parts of the county, and I think this location has the potential to become a real gathering place for students, adults, and families from every neighborhood in Midvale. The current Ruth Vine Tyler branch has served us well since 1941. Its legacy will always be part of Midvale’s story. But now it’s time to build something that will carry us into the next 85 years. I’m truly thankful for our City Council, our residents, and our county partners for helping us reach this exciting moment. Though the process is just getting started, I’m excited to share more updates with you as we write the next chapter in Midvale’s rich and growing story together.
Unanimous Vote for New County Library Branch in Midvale Salt Lake County and Midvale City have both approved a key step toward bringing a new County Library branch to Midvale. On Tuesday, October 28, the Salt Lake County Council unanimously approved the Library Board’s motion to purchase approximately 2.5 acres of land from Midvale City. On November 18, the Midvale City Council also voted unanimously to approve the sale of the land to the County, further advancing plans for the new branch. “The County Library’s Tyler branch has been a treasured neighborhood resource in Midvale for nearly 85 years,” said Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson. “We are beyond excited to reinvest in the community by building a new County Library branch with a design that incorporates sustainable practices, optimizes the surrounding park features, meets the needs of an ever-growing population, and continues to support early and lifelong learning for everyone.” The property is located at 362 West Center Street, in the southwest corner of Midvale City Park. This acquisition reflects a continued investment in the quality of life of Midvale City and Salt Lake County residents. “Midvale is a growing city that needs a modern library to serve our residents,” said Midvale City Mayor Dustin Gettel. “We’ve come to rely on the County Library to assist in everything from homework to tax preparation. Investing in a modern library is an investment in our kids, our workforce, our senior citizens, and all our residents who want to improve their lives and our community.” With the land purchase approved, the County Library will move forward to the next stages of the project to identify an architectural
firm and meet with city leaders and residents to gather the needs and wants of the community. Recent library branches in Kearns, South Jordan, and South Salt Lake have included a playground, amphitheaters, walking paths, a rooftop garden, expanded meeting room space, and enhanced Create spaces, design features pinpointed through open houses and listening sessions in the neighborhoods. “Access to green space is a priority for so many Salt Lake County residents, and I love that this location will incorporate Library services with the Midvale City Park,” said Salt Lake County Councilmember Natalie Pinkney. “After seeing neighbors using the walking paths at the Granite branch and the community use the rooftop garden at the Daybreak branch, I’m excited to see how this new branch integrates into the landscape.” The Ruth Vine Tyler branch opened on August 4, 1941, after operating out of two classrooms in the old Midvale School for two years. The success of the County Library within the old Midvale School resulted in the inclusion of small libraries in several schools across Salt Lake County. “We know how well-loved the current Ruth Vine Tyler branch is to Midvale residents, but the limited size and declining facility isn’t enough to support the community at the level we know they need,” said Library Director Joey McNamee. “We’re thrilled at the possibilities of the programs and services we’ll be able to offer in a new County Library branch.” Stay up to date on this exciting project by visiting EngageMidvale.com/Library.