Author: Kevin Thompson

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — A newly proposed bill, S.B. 310, could pave the way for cities and counties in Utah to impose a fee on residents for the use of roads and sidewalks. The bill, known as the “Transportation Utility Fee Amendments,” is designed to help local governments fund the maintenance of infrastructure by creating a dedicated tax. The bill, which has already passed the Senate, would allow municipalities and counties to establish a transportation utility fee, replacing or supplementing the traditional reliance on property taxes for road and sidewalk upkeep. The fee would vary depending on local government…

Ogden, UT — As the Utah legislative session nears its conclusion, tensions surrounding budget cuts are escalating. One organization feeling the impact is the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault (UCASA), which learned last Friday that its funding had been completely slashed for the upcoming fiscal year. For years, UCASA has relied on state funds to operate its rape crisis centers and deliver vital sexual assault prevention programs across Utah. The coalition has been receiving millions of dollars annually to provide education, outreach, and resources to communities. However, this year, UCASA has found itself with nothing. “This cut means we will…