Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall

06/23/2026

I’ve heard Salt Lakers express a desire to support the crews working the Bonneville Fire. We inquired and they appreciate the community’s support, but they don’t have any needs right now. They appreciate all the signs of encouragement they’ve seen throughout our community, including thank you notes.

However, our fellow Utahns in Eureka and near Beaver have been less fortunate this week as they had to evacuate their homes amid devastating wildfires. The Red Cross of Central and Southern Utah is helping those impacted families. For those who would like to support these efforts, I wanted to share this resource where Salt Lakers can donate.

🔥 As we continue to respond to fires across the state, we're reminding everyone of ways they can stay safe during wildfire season.

One of the most important steps you can take is creating an evacuation plan before an emergency happens. Know multiple routes out of your neighborhood, identify a safe meeting place, and make sure every member of your household understands the plan.

Help us continue providing relief and support to communities impacted by disasters. ❤️ Support our mission at RedCross.org/UtahGives.

06/21/2026

As the Bonneville Fire progresses, there is a potential that some residents in the area of Arlington Hills may need to evacuate. Out of an abundance of caution right now, we asked that the people who live in this area be prepared with what they need, should it eventually be necessary to leave your homes.

For more information on how to prepare our homes and families before and during an emergency, follow the Fire Department’s Ready, Set, Go Guide: link.slc.gov/readysetgo

“READY” EVACUATION NOTICE for in Salt Lake City, UT

READY means THERE IS CURRENTLY NO IMMEDIATE THREAT, but conditions could change quickly. Residents should take steps now to prepare in case an evacuation becomes necessary.

READY Status Issued for Arlington Hills (11th Avenue to Tomahawk Drive)

Due to wildfire activity in the area, residents of Arlington Hills are now under a READY evacuation status from the .

Please:

- Stay informed and monitor official updates on UtahFireInfo.gov.

- Review your evacuation plan with your family.

- Gather important documents, medications, and essential items.

- Prepare pets and livestock for possible evacuation.

- Ensure vehicles are fueled and ready to leave if needed.

- Be prepared to move to a SET or GO status with little notice.

Do not call 911 for evacuation information unless you have an emergency. Continue to follow updates from local emergency management, fire agencies, and law enforcement.

06/21/2026

morning update for 6-21-26. Currently mapped at 395 acres and 0% contained. The fire remained active overnight, and firefighters worked the perimeter throughout the night.

Still no residences under evacuation, and the shelter in place was lifted around midnight last night. We still ask residents and the public to avoid the area as much as possible to not impede firefighter traffic.

A TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) is in place over the fire area. Drones are prohibited within the TFR. The trails in the area are also closed (Bonneville Trail, City Creek, Dry Creek, Red Butte). Law enforcement will be patrolling the area and dealing with and intrusions, either drones or trails.

06/21/2026

I’m incredibly grateful for our Salt Lake City Fire Department firefighters and the multiple other agencies fighting the Bonneville Fire this evening. As of right now, there are no mandatory evacuations, but we will stay on top of this fire throughout the night and share updates should conditions change. Follow

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06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth, Salt Lake City! It's a day of memory, resilience, and community. It's a reminder that progress is made when people refuse to let freedom remain unfinished. It requires us to stand up for our values even when those values are challenged. Especially when they're challenged. So that every day, Salt Lakers become a little more free than we were the day before.

06/18/2026

Utah Arts Festival has proudly called our Civic Center—Washington and Library Squares—home since 2003. Its 50th anniversary is a testament to what the community can build when we believe the arts belong to everyone. Art is an essential part of public life! Festivities start today and run through Sunday ⬇️

06/17/2026

This was a tough budget year where we focused on core services, and I appreciate the Salt Lake City Council's diligence to adopt a balanced FY2027 budget that prioritizes the highest public needs and reflects our community values. My administration will continue to pursue additional, diversified revenue streams in the coming year to reduce burdens directly carried by our city residents.

06/15/2026

Thank you HRC Utah for your advocacy. Every gardener knows that growth is not guaranteed. Many of our communities know what it feels like to weather a storm. And we've seen LGBTQ+ people targeted again and again. When progress is damaged, we don't give up. We repair, replant, grow new branches, and keep tending the ground beneath our feet. Equality does not bloom by accident.

A garden is not beautiful because everything in it is the same. It is beautiful because of its variety and because of the unexpected colors. Because of the plants that climb, the flowers that return, the roots we cannot see, and the sunshine that makes room for all of it to grow.

It was an honor to join you this past weekend and humbling to receive your Leadership Award.

06/13/2026

Many hands raised our Sego Celebration Flag at City Hall today ahead of Juneteenth. Together. The ideals it represents are carried by our Black community, present and past. We stood together and raised a beautiful flag, but we're not done. We have a federal holiday on June 19. The City has adopted ordinances. But we're not done. We can learn more from you and how the City can do better. Keep building with us.

Thank you, Mrs. Betty Sawyer, Dr. Sidni Shorter, Ms. Emma Houston, Charles McKinney, Dr. Oscar Moses, the Utah Black Chamber, and every community member and local business who made today possible.

06/12/2026

Salt Lakers love a football match! While we might not be able to go in person, we're still channeling World Cup fever here. Watch parties are gathering fans in local restaurants and bars across Salt Lake City!