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Riverton's police-funding board takes up the long-range plan again Nov. 17

Riverton's law enforcement service area board meets Nov. 17 with two items: approval of October's minutes and a second round on the long-range plan for the city's police operations.

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Draper adopts ten ordinances, from records policy to development agreements

The notices record an ordinance number, the code section touched and the date of adoption; none describes the language changed or states a reason.

DRAPER — The Draper City Council adopted ten ordinances between August 2025 and September 2026, covering government records, short-term rentals, development agreements and amendments to the city's land use maps, according to the city's notices of ordinance adoption [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10].

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Draper sets Oct. 6 hearing on request to halve minimum lot size near New Hope Drive

A request would rezone a property on 960 East from RA1 to RA2, cutting the minimum lot size from 40,000 to 20,000 square feet.

DRAPER — Draper City will hold a public hearing on Oct. 6 on a request to change the zoning designation of a property near 960 East New Hope Drive, a change that would allow smaller residential lots there.

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Trader Joe's to Open Herriman Store Oct. 9

The grocery chain also has a confirmed West Jordan store and plans one in South Jordan, according to The Salt Lake Tribune.

HERRIMAN — Trader Joe's will open its Herriman store on Friday, Oct. 9 at 9 a.m., the company said in a news release, according to The Salt Lake Tribune [1].

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Public Safety Message: New State Laws Regarding E-Bikes

Riverton City outlines new Utah e-bike rules taking effect May 6, 2026, and says police will educate first before issuing tickets.

RIVERTON — Riverton City is telling residents about new state laws covering e-bikes and other electric devices, most of which take effect on May 6, 2026, in a public safety message the city attributes to Police Chief Shane Taylor [1].

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Fall Cleanup Returns

Herriman's Fall Cleanup took two loads per household at Butterfield Park from Sept. 8-12; that drop-off window has now closed.

HERRIMAN — Herriman's annual Fall Cleanup ran Sept. 8 through Sept. 12 at the Butterfield Park West parking lot, 14200 S. 6400 W, and that drop-off window has now closed, according to the city. The lot took material each of those days from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. [1]

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Herriman Says School Zone and Standard Crosswalks Carry Different Rules

Zebra-striped school zone crossings require drivers to wait for pedestrians to cross the entire street; standard crosswalks do not.

HERRIMAN — With a new school year under way, Herriman City is reminding drivers and pedestrians that they will again be sharing busy streets and crossings around the city's schools, and that not all crosswalks carry the same requirements [1].

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Herriman council seeks gate options at Extra Space Storage; two items pass 5-0

Staff will return with cost estimates for the northeastern Herriman pedestrian connection; a recreation bond and field rental rules also came up.

HERRIMAN — The Herriman City Council directed staff to prepare options and cost estimates for improving a gate and closing a pedestrian connection between the Extra Space Storage property and the adjacent neighborhood in northeastern Herriman, after residents raised safety concerns [1].

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Public Safety Message: How to Contact the Police for Assistance

Riverton's police chief asks residents to save the VECC non-emergency line, 801-840-4000, and to call 911 only for emergencies.

RIVERTON — Residents seeking help with a non-emergency matter should call the VECC dispatch line at 801-840-4000 rather than using other channels to reach the Riverton Police Department, Chief Shane Taylor said in a public safety message [1].

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Andy Pierucci appointed to National League of Cities' 2026 Small Cities Council

The Riverton councilmember takes a one-year term developing programs for local officials from small cities; Mayor Tish Buroker praised the appointment.

RIVERTON — Riverton City Councilmember Andy Pierucci has been appointed to the National League of Cities' 2026 Small Cities Council, the city announced on Jan. 27, 2026 [1].

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Understanding Secondary Water Billing

Riverton spreads secondary water costs across 12 months and is studying rates ahead of a state-required switch to usage-based billing by 2030.

RIVERTON — Riverton residents pay for secondary water in all 12 months of the year even though the irrigation system is typically only available from April through October, and the city says the even billing is deliberate. In a March 1 notice ahead of irrigation season, the city said it divides the total yearly cost of the system into equal monthly payments so billing is more predictable, avoiding large seasonal bills [1].

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Herriman, Mountain Ridge Play in Football Semifinals

Another season of Friday Night Lights has come to an end in Jordan School District. Thank you to all the coaches, volunteers, and players who made this high school football season memorable across all six of our high schools. A … Continue reading → The post Herriman, Mountain Ridge Play in Football Semifinals appeared first on Jordan School District .

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Virtual Tour of West Jordan High School Remodel

Join teacher Sam Densley and Westland Construction as they take you on a virtual tour inside the first phase of the West Jordan High School building renovation. The post Virtual Tour of West Jordan High School Remodel appeared first on Jordan School District .

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Utah News·

Corner Canyon High School students bring Disney's 'Frozen' to the stage

DRAPER — A Disney favorite is taking the stage at Corner Canyon High School, where students have spent months bringing the world of Arendelle to life. From live music to elaborate projections, performers say the school's production of Disney's "Frozen" is one of its most ambitious yet. (Source: KSL)

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Salt Lake County Board of Equalization to meet Nov. 17

The Salt Lake County Board of Equalization is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, to discuss several agenda items, including exempt property recommendations and late appeals. The meeting will be held at the Council Chambers in Salt Lake City and will be available for electronic participation via Webex. (Source: utah.gov)

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Fountaine Rallies Skyridge Past Herriman for 6A Semifinal Win

Top-seeded Skyridge High School rallied past Herriman High School in a 35-34 6A state semifinal victory on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, to advance to the state championship. Junior quarterback Jagger Fountaine led the comeback with two rushing touchdowns and two passing touchdowns to secure the win at Rice-Eccles Stadium. (Source: lehifreepress.com)