Welcome Søren Simonsen!
The Jordan River Commission is excited to welcome Søren Simonsen as the new Executive Director of the Jordan River Commission. Søren is an urban planner, architect, educator, community-builder and social entrepreneur. Over the past three decades, including 17 years of public service as an appointed and elected official, he has worked to create sustainable places […]
Remembering Ty Harrison
Alton Tyrone (Ty) Harrison, born to Alton LeRoy (Babe) & LaRose (Smith) Harrison, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 3rd, 2017, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife, Judy (Gunderson) Harrison, sister Marjean (Richard) Nielson, sons Todd (Susan), Greg (Nicole) & Brandon (Amanda), step-sons Juan (Candi) Arce-Larreta & Jorge (Ginger) […]
Wildlife Spotlight: Yellow Breasted Chat
Yellow Breasted Chat, Icteria virens by Dan Potts, Salt Lake County Fish & Game Association The logo for the organization that most think was the precursor to the Jordan River Commission, the Jordan River Natural Areas Forum, was the yellow-breasted chat. This the largest of warblers has a gorgeous yellow breast with a dark greenish-gray […]
We’re Hiring!
The Jordan River Commission is hiring an Executive Director. If you are ready for an exciting opportunity in conservation, community building, policy development, recreation planning, community outreach, or youth education we encourage you to apply! Download the job description and application process here
Ribbon Cutting!
The City of North Salt Lake cordially invites you to join them in a ribbon cutting celebration of their new Porter’s Landing Boat Takeout on Saturday June 3, 2017 at 9:30 am. Click here for directions.
FY2018 Budget
The Jordan River Commission has approved a tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2018. A public hearing will be held to solicit public input before the Governing Board votes on the budget. The public is invited to attend and share comments: Public Hearing Thursday June 2, 2017 9:00 am Taylorsville City Hall, Council Chambers 2600 West Taylorsville […]