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Midvale Council OKs sale of park parcel for new Salt Lake County library
Summary
The Midvale City Council unanimously approved selling 2.561 acres at 362 West Center Street to Salt Lake County for $1,215,786 to build a new county library branch; the agreement preserves public access during design and gives the city a right of first refusal on future sales.
The Midvale City Council voted unanimously Nov. 18 to approve the sale of about 2.561 acres of Midvale City Park at 362 West Center Street to Salt Lake County for $1,215,786 to site a replacement county library.
City Manager Matt Dahl said county and city staff negotiated three documents to support the project: an Agreement for Purchase and Sale, a Midvale Park Operations and Maintenance interlocal agreement that preserves public access until construction begins, and a right of first refusal back to the city. “The Property will remain open to the public for the duration of the agreement,” staff said in the packet materials. County library leaders said they plan community outreach and design work during 2026 and will operate the existing Tyler Library until the move.
Salt Lake County Library Director Joey McNamee told the council the county is “excited to build the new library next to and as part of Midvale Park,” and noted library usage last year, including about 800 new library cards issued and more than 176,000 items checked out. Residents who spoke during the hearing expressed general support for the location but raised safety concerns about children crossing Center Street to reach the new facility. Council Member Bonnie Billings moved to approve Resolution 2025-R-66; Bryant Brown seconded, and the roll-call vote was 5–0 in favor.
Under the sale terms Midvale City retains the playground equipment and an electronic sign now on the parcel and is responsible for removing or relocating those items prior to conveyance. The right of first refusal would allow the city to purchase the property for $1 above any bona fide third‑party offer if the county later decides to sell. Closing is scheduled for Dec. 19, 2025.
