This winter has been a record-low snow year for Utah. Snowpack levels are well below normal, which directly impacts the water supply we rely on throughout the year. Currently, snow water equivalent (SWE) in the Provo–Utah Lake and Jordan Basin is about 49% of the median, and nearly 95% of Utah’s drinking water comes from snowpack.
According to the State of Utah, 93% of the state is currently in drought. In Utah, we are either in drought or preparing for the next one. Even in good water years, reservoirs must be filled to ensure reliability through dry cycles. That means conservation isn’t a short-term response, it’s a way of life for Utahns and for South Jordan residents.
The good news is that South Jordan offers more tools, assistance, and financial support than ever to help residents conserve water.
LANDSCAPE REBATES: HELP ANYWHERE YOU HAVE GRASS
If you have grass, there is likely a program that can help you convert it to water-wise landscaping.
The City’s Flip Your Strip program makes it easy to replace grass in park strips by providing all materials for free, delivering them at no cost, and offering three different rock options to choose from.
For other areas of the yard, South Jordan offers hardscape, curbing, and water-wise plant rebates that can be used anywhere grass currently exists. Including, but not limited to front yards, side yards, backyards, landscaped islands, or flowerbeds, and more.
Residents who participate in the curbing rebate program and install metal edging or curbing to define new landscaped areas may receive up to nine cubic yards of rock from the City. Some residents have successfully converted their entire
yards over multiple years by taking advantage of South Jordan rebates year after year.
DOUBLE THE ASSISTANCE: CITY REBATES + UTAH WATER SAVERS
South Jordan residents are uniquely able to utilize both City-provided rebates and materials with Utah Water Savers incentives, giving local homeowners more assistance than many other communities.
Utah Water Savers offers up to $3 per square foot for removing grass and converting it to water-efficient landscaping such as mulch or planting beds. That same area may also qualify for South Jordan rebates or free materials. When used together, some residents are able to convert landscape areas for zero cost, or even come out ahead financially if they choose to do the work themselves.
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SAVE WATER INSIDE THE HOME
Water conservation doesn’t stop at the yard. The City also offers toilet rebates for toilets installed prior to 1992 and fixture rebates for showers and faucets installed before 2005, helping reduce everyday water use without sacrificing comfort.
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FREE HELP FROM CITY WATER EXPERTS
Residents can request a free water audit, where City staff review sprinkler zones, timers, backflows, and overall yard configuration. Staff help adjust watering schedules and provide zonespecific recommendations based on current conditions.
The City also offers free leak checks for culinary water systems and secondary systems where meters are present. In many cases, staff can identify the exact location of a leak and assist in stopping it during the same appointment, saving water and preventing higher utility bills.
TRACK YOUR WATER USE AND GET A CREDIT
South Jordan water customers can sign up for the Water Customer Portal, which allows residents to track yearly, monthly, daily, and even hourly water use. The portal sends alerts for potential leaks, allows users to set usage thresholds, and provides greater visibility into indoor
and outdoor water use. As an added benefit, residents receive a $20 credit on their water bill just for signing up.
LEADING BY EXAMPLE
The City is also converting its own landscapes. This year, City-owned park strips along 11400 South and Redwood Road have begun the transition to water-wise landscaping, with portions already underway.
WHY EVERY DROP COUNTS
Secondary (irrigation, non-potable) water is just as important as culinary (potable) water in the Great Salt Lake Basin. Unused secondary water ultimately flows to the Great Salt Lake, making conservation critical across all systems. Conditions may change year to year, but the reality remains the same: Utah is nearly always in drought, and responsible water use matters.
South Jordan is committed to helping residents succeed, and there has never been more support available to make water-wise choices, for today and for the future.
PURE SOJO SPOTLIGHT:
In addition to helping residents conserve today, South Jordan is investing in long-term water resilience through the Pure SoJo water purification project. Pure SoJo demonstrates how advanced water purification and reuse can strengthen the community’s water future by safely treating and reusing water to extend its availability for future use. Projects like Pure SoJo reflect the City’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and planning ahead in a state where drought is a constant reality.
INFRASTRUCTURE
ASouth Jordan City UPDATE
s South Jordan continues to grow, investing in infrastructure is essential to support mobility, strengthen our economy, and maintain the high quality of life residents expect. Reliable transportation networks, well-maintained roads, and forwardthinking utility and conservation projects help attract businesses, support workforce access, and ensure our city is prepared for long-term success. The following projects reflect our commitment to that success.
two lanes in each direction with a center turn lane, accommodating for growth, improving mobility, and reducing projected traffic delays.
For more information, visit: udotinput. utah.gov/sr111extension
Mountain
View Corridor
Later this year, UDOT will begin utility work along Mountain View Corridor in preparation for the future mainline freeway. The planned freeway will include two lanes in each direction and will significantly improve long-term regional mobility and connectivity for residents, workers, and businesses.
U-111 Extension (South Jordan Parkway to Herriman Boulevard)
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) will widen and realign U-111 from South Jordan Parkway to Herriman Boulevard in Salt Lake County. The new roadway will include
For more information, visit: mountainview.udot.utah.gov/#/
Shields Lane Multi-Use Trail
The City is completing an environmental study for the first phase of a multi-use trail along Shields Lane (9800 S). The project includes a 10- to 12-foot-wide trail on the south side of Shields Lane between Bangerter Highway and 3200 West. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, expanding safe, active transportation options and recreational connectivity.
Microsurface Project
The City will perform microsurface pavement preservation on Daybreak Parkway from 4000 West to Oquirrh Lake Road this summer. This preventative maintenance helps extend pavement life, improve ride quality, and protect the City’s infrastructure investment.
Jordan Basin Sewer Replacement
The Jordan Basin Sewer District will replace a sewer trunk line along 11000 South and through the Sterling Village complex, from the Jordan River to I-15. This project will begin in February and is expected to last approximately one year.
For more information, contact the project hotline at 385-557-2585.
Together, these projects support South Jordan’s strategic approach to growth, investing in infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving, protects critical systems, supports economic opportunity, and ensures the city remains a great place to live, work, and do business.
MARCH 2026
City Event Calendar
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
MORE INFO AT SJC.UTAH.GOV
City Hall at 1600 W. Towne Center Dr. & Online sjc.utah.gov/city-council
SOUTH JORDAN ART SHOW
Artist registration open now thorough March 1 or when full. Artists Reception: March 16, 2 PM – 6 PM
sjc.utah.gov/581/art-show
SENIOR PROGRAMS: ST. PATRICK'S LUNCHEON
11:30 AM
Community Center, 10778 S. Redwood Rd.
Space is limited. Call 801-302-1222 to reserve a spot.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
City Hall at 1600 W. Towne Center Dr. & Online
sjc.utah.gov/city-council
SOJO RACE SERIES: GOLD RUSH 5K
10:00 AM
Oquirrh Shadows Park, 10300 S. 4000 W. sjc.utah.gov/239/sojo-race-series
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
City Hall at 1600 W. Towne Center Dr. & Online
sjc.utah.gov/city-council
In South Jordan, our goal for recreation is to offer programs and events that bring our community together and make the most of your time, your tax dollars, and our shared spaces. To do that well, we don’t stand still. We regularly evaluate our recreation and arts programming to ensure it reflects what residents are actually attending, enjoying, and asking for.
Every change we make is guided by data. We look at participation numbers, feedback, costs, and how each program supports the City’s strategic priorities— building community connection, supporting the arts, promoting healthy lifestyles, and creating meaningful experiences for residents of all ages. When something works, we build on it. When something doesn’t hit the mark, we adjust.
Last year, we introduced an Art in the Park series. While it had some great moments, participation showed it wasn’t connecting the way we hoped. Rather than continue a program that wasn’t meeting expectations, we listened to the data—and to you.
This summer, we’re bringing back a community favorite: Art on the Towne, happening Saturday, May 18. The event will kick off what we’re calling the SoJo Summer Art Series, which includes many of our most popular arts programs: the ArtVenture Scavenger Hunt, Plein Air
Evolving Our Programs to Better Serve South Jordan
Competition, SoJo Summerfest Chalk Art Festival, the wildly popular Family Paint Workshop, and a community theater production of Guys and Dolls.
At Art on the Towne, you’ll find artist booths and a Makers Market, live art demonstrations, activities for kids, live music, several showcase events, and chalk artists creating their work on-site. These experiences are designed to bring neighbors together and celebrate creativity in our community.
You’ll also notice a thoughtful change to one of our longtime spring traditions. Spring Spectacular is evolving. While the event has been well attended, we wanted to create an experience that serves a wider age range, provides more long-term value, and reduces environmental impact. We’ve retired the traditional candy scramble and will instead offer candy at individual springthemed activity stations.
The event has been reimagined as a spring celebration aligned with Arbor Day and Earth Day, while keeping longtime favorites like the baby animal petting zoo, the Dunk Team, spring characters for photos, and the tree and plant raffle.
New additions will include master gardeners available to answer your planting questions, tree-planting demonstrations by the City’s arborists,
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a plant cutting exchange, a springthemed maze painted on the grass, plus food trucks, vendor booths, and more.
The new Spring Spectacular will take place Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We’re designing it as an openhouse-style event where attendees can come and go at their convenience, with most families planning to spend about 90 minutes, depending on the activities they choose.
In addition to the activities, we’ll be giving away 250 two-gallon trees to residents. This supports our environmental goals and celebrates America’s 250th anniversary as part of the nationwide America250 initiative.
These updates reflect how we approach programming in South Jordan— thoughtful, responsive, and focused on long-term value. By using data and aligning programs with our strategic priorities, we can continue offering events that strengthen community pride, support the arts, promote sustainability, and create meaningful experiences for families.
Thank you for participating, sharing your feedback, and helping us shape the future of recreation and arts in South Jordan. We look forward to seeing you this spring and summer.
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