The Point Development and the Power of Partnerships
The Point Framework Vision By Soren Simonsen, Executive Director The Jordan River Commission is a regional partnership of over 40 local, state and federal governments, water and transportation agencies, and nonprofit and business stakeholders working to develop the Jordan River Parkway, and improve the Jordan River and its surrounding environments and watershed. Its work is […]
The Future of Riparian Corridor Ordinances in Utah
Introduction Weather and climate activity over the past several years has brought new focus to riparian corridors in Utah. We have witnessed extreme drought and flooding. The Jordan River Watershed, which encompasses the most urbanized region of Utah, is no stranger to this. Many communities around the Jordan River are looking for guidance with riparian […]
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Registration is now open for the next installment in our Best Practices for Riverfront Communities Training Series. This workshop is generously supported by the Salt Lake County Watershed and Restoration Program and is presented in conjunction with the 10th Annual Watershed Symposium. Learn more here.
Riverfront Communities – Best Practices Training Series
Green Infrastructure: Putting it to Work, the next seminar in our Riverfront Communities – Best Practices Training Series, will give participants the tools to implement green infrastructure – beyond the basics – through on-the-ground case studies and experiences from communities across the Wasatch Front, and globe. Keynote speaker, Hillary Brown who is a fellow of […]
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Integrating People and Wildlife in an Urban Setting
Registration is now open for the next workshop in our Best Practices Training Series. Please join us to learn about new research and techniques to balance the needs of wildlife and recreation within the urbanized Jordan River corridor. This workshop is geared towards land managers, park and restoration project designers, and watchable wildlife enthusiasts. […]