The Summit County Council of Governments convened on June 20, 2023, to discuss key projects and updates affecting the region. The meeting focused primarily on corridor preservation funding and community development initiatives.

The session began with a review of project applications for corridor preservation, which is funded by a $10 fee on vehicle registrations. The Council received two applications this year: one from Summit County for the Old Ranch Road project and another from Park City for the intersection at Richardson Flat and Current Borough Boulevard. The Old Ranch Road project is a continuation of previous phases aimed at widening the road and adding a trail. It is expected to be funded through grants secured by the engineering department.

The discussion highlighted the current financial status of the corridor preservation fund, which has a balance of approximately $7 million. Over the past decade, nearly $10 million has been allocated to various projects, but only $2.7 million has been spent. To address this imbalance, the Council proposed reallocating funds from stagnant projects to the two new applications, resulting in a net gain of $400,000 for the fund. The Council emphasized the need for all jurisdictions to reapply for funding to ensure that only active and necessary projects receive financial support.

Following the corridor preservation discussion, community updates were provided by various mayors. Francis reported a slowdown in development activity, with a bike park project expected to be completed this summer. Oakley shared progress on a well drilling project and ongoing city center developments, while Park City highlighted the upcoming completion of the 3 Kings water treatment plant, which is crucial for meeting state water quality standards.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the corridor preservation funding recommendations, contingent upon the availability of funds at the time of application. The motion was unanimously approved, signaling a commitment to advancing essential infrastructure projects in the region.