Supporting Wise Growth: Strengthening Economic Growth

Our city has experienced significant economic growth over the years, from commercial areas like The District, Riverfront Parkway, and retail destinations such as Walmart and Costco. More recently, we've seen momentum from neighborhood centers like Oquirrh Mountain Marketplace, SoDa Row, the North Shore mixed-use district at Oquirrh Lake, and the relocation of Salt Lake City Motorcars to our community.

South Jordan's Downtown Daybreak during the Horizon Arts Festival.

The future is looking bright as South Jordan’s Downtown Daybreak has come to life with the new Bee’s stadium, a state-of-the-art Megaplex theater with bowling and arcades, diverse restaurants opening soon, and spaces designed for community events—summer concerts, winter ice skating, and more. We’ve also proudly announced that South Jordan will soon be home to both The Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Arts Center and a new professional pickleball stadium.

While we celebrate this progress, we must ensure that no part of our city is left behind. I share your concerns about the current status of The District and the frustration when new businesses or restaurants are setting up in neighboring cities. And while many of those decisions are driven by market forces and developer incentives, we must be proactive—not passive when  looking to strengthen economic growth. 

That's why I’ve been advocating reevaluating our city’s economic development strategies, engaging with the developers of The District and other commercial developers, and identifying ways to strengthen our commercial areas as destinations and not just shopping centers. As a city we’re also continuing to encourage residents to shop and dine locally. 

Together, we can keep South Jordan growing in the right direction—vibrant, balanced, and full of opportunity for everyone.