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Survey and pop-ups inform South Salt Lake parks priorities; nature and social amenities rank high
Summary
City outreach reached more than 500 participants at events and collected 140 online survey responses; residents prioritized trails, trees, dog parks, and social amenities while identifying gaps in sports fields and program outreach.
South Salt Lake’s Parks Plan materials summarize an engagement program that included pop-up booths at events, workshops, youth sessions, and an online survey. The plan states that more than 500 residents participated in pop-up events and 140 people completed the online survey used to shape priorities.
Survey responses and pop-up feedback indicated strong preference for nature-focused amenities (trails, trees, pollinator plantings) and social amenities (beer gardens, dog parks, food truck plazas). The plan reports that 73% of survey respondents visit a local park more than once a week and that 79% of city residents live within a 10‑minute walk of a park. It also highlights a shortage of full-sized sports fields and recreation capacity for teens and adults.
Staff materials note that outreach represented 11 of 13 neighborhoods and included targeted youth workshops with Promise South Salt Lake sites and school engagement. The plan recommends improved program communication, expanded volunteer and ambassador programs, and partnership strategies to broaden participation.
