Supporting Wise Growth: Transportation

I’m not sure what’s more exciting to talk about—taxes or transportation in the southwest end of Salt Lake County. Both can definitely be frustrating, but at the end of the day, I’m grateful for what each makes possible. While the transportation improvements happening around us will pay off in the long run, there’s no denying—it’s been a tough few years to get around.

A significant transportation project was completed earlier this year - the new TRAX stop for South Jordan’s Downtown Daybreak neighborhood. This new stop allows those coming to South Jordan for a baseball game, a concert, a movie, or just to have dinner to do so without needing their car. The additional TRAX stop also makes it easier for South Jordan residents to use TRAX for their commutes. I remain committed to working with UTA to expand bus routes within South Jordan—connecting key destinations, TRAX stations, and the FrontRunner.

9800 South Bangerter Highway Construction Photo

After the completion of the 11400 South and Bangerter Highway intersection, UDOT was hesitant to move forward with a below grade placement at South Jordan Parkway (10600 South). However, knowing the importance of not allowing cities to be visually divided by highways, I strongly advocated for the below grade placement of Bangerter Highway at South Jordan Parkway and at 9800 South. The below grade placement of the highway helps build stronger commercial centers and communities are strengthened because there is no visual pollution dividing the city. In October 2025, UDOT will complete the 9800 South Bangerter Highway project along with the 2700 W and 13400 South intersections. The completion of these intersections will transform Bangerter Highway into a free-flow freeway from I-15 to 4700 South.

As our transportation demands remain ever present, I am committed to strongly supporting the accelerated completion of the Mountain View Corridor and collaborating with the Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) to ensure South Jordan’s priorities are front and center. 

While cars are still the primary mode of transportation in our city, it's also essential that we explore and invest in alternative transportation options as well. I will continue to champion improvements to our trail system, enhance trail connectivity, and support the advancement of the 9800 South / Shields Lane Corridor project.