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Lawmakers debate proposed Utah Inland Port Authority governance; at least one House member objects over environmental concerns
Summary
Floor debate described the proposed Inland Port Authority's governance structure and taxing authority; a representative whose district includes planned port land said constituents urged a 'no' vote because of environmental concerns, while other members emphasized statewide economic benefits.
A lengthy floor discussion on March 7 focused on the proposed Utah Inland Port and the governance model sponsors say would help the state capitalize on rail, truck and airport proximity.
A presenter on the House floor described a proposed 11-member Inland Port board that would include appointments by the President and Speaker, representation from Salt Lake City and West Valley City, the chair of the Community Impact Board representing rural counties, the Salt Lake City Airport chair (or designee), and the UDOT executive director. The presentation said the proposed port authority would hold taxing authority while participating cities would retain local land-use control and pre-existing development…
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