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Bond money, thoughtful design and increased patrols mark a new era for SLC's stretch of the Jordan River Parkway.
The three Salt Lake City park rangers were pleasant and knowledgeable as they stood on a bridge just west of Backman Elementary and explained recent changes to the Jordan River Parkway.
Park rangers Kelsey Duquet, Joshua Wilson and Erika Bjorkquist patrol a new section of the Jordan River Trail on Thursday, July 17, 2025. SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Police Chief Brian Redd speak to reporters at City Hall. The Cornell Wetlands and boardwalk is built around a stormwater filtration facility.
A new playground and foot path is under construction near Backman Elementary. JORDAN MEADOWS—The three Salt Lake City park rangers were pleasant and knowledgeable as they stood on a bridge just west of Backman Elementary and explained recent changes to the Jordan River Parkway.
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